Bluegrass Community Hospital in Versailles, Kentucky is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join a well-supported emergency department at a 25-bed community facility that consistently ranks in the highest national percentiles for employee, patient, and physician satisfaction. The position offers 24-hour physician coverage on structured 12-hour shifts with a secure, flexible schedule and independent contractor status — an attractive combination for clinicians who want predictability without sacrificing autonomy. Versailles sits just minutes from Lexington, placing you within easy reach of a vibrant mid-sized city while enjoying the pace and lifestyle of the Kentucky Bluegrass region.
Perks and Benefits
- Independent contractor (1099) status
- Company-paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- CME benefits through an established physician education institute
- Concierge service support for clinicians
- Secure schedule with flexibility built in for all clinicians
- PRN opportunities available for additional coverage
Practice Highlights
- 25-bed acute care community hospital with consistently top-percentile national satisfaction scores across employees, patients, and physicians
- 24-hour physician coverage structured as 12-hour shifts, 7 AM to 7 PM rotation
- Excellent, communicative emergency department medical director providing strong day-to-day leadership
- On-site diagnostic imaging: MRI, CT scanner, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound
- Intensive Care Unit on campus supporting higher-acuity patients
- Broad surgical capabilities including General, Gynecology, Orthopedics, Urology, Otolaryngology (ENT), and Ophthalmology
- Comprehensive specialty services on site: Cardiology, Family Practice, Gastroenterology/Endoscopy, Nephrology, Pain Management, Urology, Dentistry, Respiratory Therapy, and Women's Services (Gynecology)
- Rehabilitation Center offering Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Rehabilitation
- Laboratory Services available on campus
- Active investment in facility upgrades and service-line expansion over the past five years, including the addition of Ophthalmology surgical capabilities
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Kentucky medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity
- Ability to work within an independent contractor engagement model
About the Community
Versailles is the seat of Woodford County, situated in the heart of Kentucky's iconic Bluegrass region and less than 20 miles from Lexington — home to the University of Kentucky, a thriving arts and dining scene, and a major regional airport. The surrounding countryside is defined by rolling horse farms, bourbon distilleries, and outdoor recreation along the Kentucky River, offering a lifestyle that blends small-town charm with easy urban access. Cost of living is well below national averages, and the area's highly regarded public schools and strong sense of community make it a compelling destination for physicians relocating with families.