Jewish Hospital Shelbyville, a 70-bed community hospital and KentuckyOne Health facility, is recruiting a full-time Emergency Medicine physician to join its emergency department in Shelbyville, Kentucky. The hospital serves as the primary acute care resource for Shelby, Henry, Spencer, and surrounding counties, offering a broad clinical scope that includes emergency medicine, general surgery, diagnostic imaging, cardiac rehabilitation, orthopedic care, and a transitional care unit. As part of one of Kentucky's largest and most comprehensive health systems, this position combines community-practice accessibility with the resources and support of a major regional network.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Student loan repayment assistance or sign-on bonus available to qualified candidates
- Paid professional liability insurance (details provided at offer)
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the KentuckyOne Health system
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and clinical resources across a large integrated health system
Practice Highlights
- 70-bed community hospital serving as the primary acute care facility for Shelby, Henry, Spencer, and surrounding counties
- Full-spectrum emergency medicine practice drawing from a multi-county regional catchment area
- On-site diagnostic imaging supporting rapid workup and clinical decision-making in the ED
- Collaborative team environment with access to general surgery, orthopedic care, cardiac rehabilitation, and a transitional care unit
- Part of KentuckyOne Health — one of the largest and most comprehensive health systems in Kentucky — providing subspecialty backup and system-wide resources
- Supportive, team-oriented culture with established nursing and ancillary staff
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Kentucky medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full acuity spectrum of a community emergency department serving a multi-county rural and suburban population
About the Community
Shelbyville sits in the heart of Kentucky's Bluegrass region, approximately 30 miles east of Louisville, offering residents the warmth of a close-knit community alongside easy access to a major metropolitan area. The region is known for its rolling horse-farm landscapes, bourbon country heritage, strong local schools, and a low cost of living relative to urban centers. Outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and Louisville's international airport are all within a short drive — making Shelbyville an appealing base for physicians who want genuine community roots without sacrificing urban convenience.