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Vascular Surgery Opportunity

Western Baptist Hospital, a 350-bed Regional Medical Center in Paducah, KY is seeking a fellowship-trained Vascular Surgeon. The candidate will be proficient in the latest Laparoscopic, Endovascular, and Non-Invasive procedures, including dialysis involvement and peripheral vascular disease. Also providing General Surgery is desirable. 

As an employee of Western Baptist Hospital, the candidate would be associated with another experienced and successful employed Vascular/General Surgeon with an office located in the hospital. A qualified candidate will be offered a competitive annual salary, productivity bonus plan, generous sign-on bonus, paid malpractice, paid relocation expenses, fully paid healthcare insurance ( including spouse and eligible dependents ), Hospital-funded pension plans, and CME expenses.

 

This is an outstanding opportunity in a robust healthcare system that has a seasoned Hospitalist Program, 24/7 Radiology Dept., State-of-the-Art OR’s, and the latest non-invasive tools, DaVinci Robot, and established Call Transfer Center, and a Certified Chest Pain Center.

 

For further information contact Andy Johns, Physician Recruiter at Western Baptist Hospital, 270-575-8374 or e-mail: andy.johns@bhsi.com.

Emergency Medicine Opportunity

The Emergency Department of Western Baptist Hospital, comprised of 5 Emergency Medicine physicians, cordially invites you to consider joining their team. This busy ED sees over 45,000 annual patient visits, has 28 beds, a Fast Track, and a Certified Chest Pain Center. One will be BE/BC in Emergency Medicine or BC in IM or FP with significant experience in a busy ED.

 

  • Very competitive hourly rate ( above national average )
  • Comprehensive Benefit Package and Relocation
  • 12-15 Shifts/Mo. ( 12 Hr. Shifts )
  • Multiple Physician Extender Coverage During Peak Hours
  • < 30% Trauma
  • Excellent Ancillary Support
  • 373-Bed Regional Medical Center with Over 200 Physicians in the Community
  • PACS System
  • Hospitalist Program  with 8 Hospitalists, including 2 Nocturnists.

 

Pediatric Group Opportunity

Become the newest member of a well-established and respected 5-member Pediatric group affiliated with Western Baptist Hospital. This outstanding practice opportunity will afford a physician a generous amount of time for family, friends, and recreational activities in the economically flourishing and culturally-rich community of Paducah, Kentucky.

Practice Parameters

  • See an average of 35 office patients / day
  • 3-5 In-patients / day  ( mainly OB-newborn ) and 3-5 admissions / week
  • General Pediatrics – no Gynecology – Up to age 18
  • School physicals  –  Cover the nursery  — No NICU
  • Call  — every 5th weekend ( Fri., Sat., Sun. )
  • 4-day work week
  • Admit and round at only one hospital

Compensation Parameters

  • Competitive Income Guarantee
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Relocation Expenses
  • Partnership Track
  • Paid Malpractice, Fully Paid Healthcare ( including family members )
  • Profit Sharing, Pension Plan
  • $ 1,500 CME Expenses
  • 4 Weeks Paid Vacation

For further, more comprehensive information about this professionally and personally rewarding practice opportunity please send CV to Andy Johns, Physician Recruiter at Western Baptist Hospital. Office : 270-575-8374  E-mail : andy.johns@bhsi.com. Visit our website at www.westernbaptist.com.

Neurosurgery

Step into an established Neurosurgery practice with a well-respected Neurosurgeon looking forward to retirement. The position is hospital-employed with a competitive salary and generous benefit package. Call is shared with one other Neurosurgeons in the area.

Obstetrics/Gynecology

Join two established OB/GYN physicians located in the hospital and near the Women’s Pavilion adjacent to the hospital. Generous income guarantee with one year to partnership. Enjoy the full spectrum of OB/GYN in a progressive facility. Immediate access to the newly acquired DaVinci robot.

Interventional Cardiologist

The Heart Group at Western Baptist Hospital is seeking a BE/BC Interventional Cardiologist. There are currently four Interventional Cardiologists, several mid-level providers, four Cath Labs and a state-of-the-art Heart Center. Tremendous growth potential due to an increased demand for their services. 400,000 service area. Competitive compensation package and ancillary revenue.

Internal Medicine/Multi-Specialty Group

Join a progressive nine-member Internal Medicine group, part of an established multi-specialty group with Endocrinology and Nephrology. Full range of services provided in this regionally recognized group. Exceptional compensation package plus liberal benefits. Balanced call coverage arrangement that affords more time for family and recreation. Partnership available in one year with significant ownership amenities.

Traditional Internal Medicine

Join a well-established two-member Internal Medicine group with a Nurse Practitioner. This busy practice offers the traditional in-patient/out-patient model with a competitive first-year income guarantee, including comprehensive benefits, sign-on bonus, paid relocation and partnership after one year.

Hospitalist Position – Recruiting for day and evening positions

  • Working fifteen 12 hour shifts per month
  • Competitive salary
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits, including paid malpractice
  • Paid CME expenses to $2,000 per year
  • Paid relocation
  • Quality incentive bonus

Independent - KYANA Surgical Specialists


Specialty: General Surgery
Location: 3900 Kresge Way Ste. 44
Office Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30
Inpatient/Outpatient: Both
Current Physicians: 1 General Surgeon
Current Staff: 3 FTEs, 2 PTs, 1 Manager/billing
Common Procedures: Laparoscopic Cholecystectomies and Appendectomies, Open and Laparoscopic Hernias, GI Endoscopy, Advanced Laparoscopic Colons and Nissens


Independent - MedEast Physicians


Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: 4003 Kresge Way Ste. 44
Office Hours: M-F 8a-4:30
Inpatient/Outpatient: Both
Call Schedule: Each physician takes own call during week days; weekend coverge is rotated among all physicians
Current Physicians: 5 IM physicians
Current Staff: Wide variety of staff
Common Procedures: Lab procedures: lab, mammogram, bone density, x-ray
Other Information: Hospital patient volumes: 10-15 avg/week; total # of active patient charts: 15,000; # patients seen/day/physician: 20-30/day/physician


Employed - Baptist Community Health Services


Specialty: Urgent Care - Family Medicine
Location: 2400 Eastpoint Parkway
Office Hours: 7 days a week 9a-9p
Inpatient/Outpatient: Outpatient
Call Schedule: No call
Current Physicians: 1 Family Medicine
Current Staff: Front desk staff, RN, LPN, MA
Common Procedures: limb fractures; sprains; strains; lacerations; wound care; minor burns; school/sports physicals; workers’ comp injury
Patient Demographics: Patients of all ages - mainly with colds, coughs, flu and sinus infections; upper respiratory problems/asthma; sore throat, earaches, headaches, back pain, rash, skin and eye infections, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, UTIs, STDs
Technology: X-rays and lab tests, minor surgeries, EKG
Other Information: Brand New Facility; Ideal candidate will work fourteen 12 hour shifts/month (including 2 weekends); Diagnostic Center located in same bldg.


Employed - Baptist Medical Associates


Specialty: Neurology
Location: 3900 Kresge Way Ste. 56
Office Hours: M-F 8a-5p
Inpatient/Outpatient: Both
Call Schedule: 2 weekends out of 7, but one is relatively easy because it is half call
Current Physicians: 6 Neurologists; 1 Nurse Practitioner; There are 2 epileptologists and 1 neuromuscular expert
Technology: Digital Biologic EEG machine; digital Neurovirtual EEG machine; Allscripts electronic chart; Cerner practice management system
Other Information: Other office locations at Audubon Hospital and Floyd Memorial Hospital; Looking for someone who can assist with Seizure Monitoring Unit


Employed - Baptist Medical Associates


Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: 1031 New Moody Lane Ste. 301 LaGrange, KY
Office Hours: M-F 8a-8p; Sat. 9a-1p; Sun. 12p-4p;
Inpatient/Outpatient: Outpatient
Call Schedule: Shares call with NP
Current Physicians: Current physician is becoming hospitalist for Baptist facility; looking to backfill office
Current Staff: Medical Assistants
Common Procedures: PFT, EKG
Patient Demographics: Mainly adults - many with long term chronic respiratory issues


Employed - Baptist Medical Associates


Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: 12919 Shelbyville Road
Office Hours: M-F 8a-4:30p
Inpatient/Outpatient: Outpatient
Call Schedule:Take own call; very limited due to answering service
Current Physicians: 3 Internal Medicine
Current Staff: Certified medical assistants; LPNs and RNs, qualified front office staff; certified coder
Common Procedures: Sick visits; care for chronic conditions and preventative visits; minor surgeries
Patient Demographics: Adults of all ages
Other Information: LabCorp phlebotomist located onsite for most labs; CLIA waived labs performed by BMA staff; Diagnostic center located in same bldg.


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