Baptist Memorial Hospital–Union County in New Albany, Mississippi is recruiting a full-time Emergency Medicine physician to join a clinician-led group at a growing 153-bed acute care community hospital. The facility has expanded significantly since earning recognition as Best Hospital Under 100 Beds by the Mississippi Nurses Association in 2008, and continues to build on a reputation for compassionate, high-quality care. This is a stable, well-supported practice with a strong operational infrastructure and clear pathways for local, regional, and national leadership.
Perks and Benefits
- Clinician-led organization with a strong focus on physician support, engagement, and autonomy
- Robust operational, quality, and risk management support infrastructure
- Proven practice stability through long-standing hospital partnership
- Opportunities for local, regional, and national leadership development and growth
Practice Highlights
- 153-bed acute care community hospital with a broad range of medical and surgical service lines
- High-quality diagnostic and therapeutic technology platform supporting early detection and treatment
- Dedicated maternity and childbirth services on campus, reflecting a full-service acute care environment
- Recognized for sustained excellence in community hospital care, including prior Mississippi Nurses Association Best Hospital designation
- Clinician-led group model with emphasis on physician engagement at the practice level
- Regional referral catchment serving Union County and surrounding northeast Mississippi communities
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Mississippi medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity
About the Community
New Albany is a welcoming small city in northeast Mississippi, offering a low cost of living, strong community ties, and a relaxed pace of life that appeals to physicians seeking balance outside a major metropolitan center. The region sits within comfortable driving distance of Memphis, Tennessee, providing access to a major urban hub for dining, culture, and air travel while allowing residents to enjoy the quieter rhythms of small-town Mississippi. The area features outdoor recreation along the Tallahatchie River corridor and a tight-knit community that consistently supports its local healthcare institutions.