Bourbon Community Hospital in Paris, Kentucky — just 18 miles northeast of Lexington — is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its clinical team at this 58-bed acute care facility. As a Duke Lifepoint Quality Affiliate, the hospital operates under a formal commitment to safety culture transformation and the highest standards of measurable quality care. This is a flexible-schedule opportunity with a sign-on bonus at a community hospital that actively supports its clinicians and maintains deep roots in the surrounding Bluegrass region.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Free CME through a dedicated physician education institute, plus access to professional development tools and educational resources
- Clinician wellness program with structured support resources
- Leadership and career growth pathways within a large, stable national physician practice
Practice Highlights
- 58-bed acute care community hospital serving Paris, KY and the broader surrounding region
- Duke Lifepoint Quality Affiliate — formal institutional commitment to safety culture and quality benchmarking
- Full range of inpatient and emergency care services across the facility
- Guiding principles centered on clinician support, community engagement, and patient care excellence
- Affiliation with one of the largest and most established emergency medicine physician groups in the United States
- Access to national clinical resources, peer networks, and practice infrastructure through a leading physician organization
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
About the Community
Paris is the seat of Bourbon County, Kentucky, situated in the heart of the Bluegrass region approximately 18 miles northeast of Lexington — giving physicians easy access to a major metropolitan area while enjoying the character and pace of a close-knit small city. The region is defined by rolling horse-farm countryside, a rich cultural heritage tied to thoroughbred racing and bourbon distilling, and a strong sense of community. Lexington's international airport, acclaimed dining, University of Kentucky health and academic resources, and top-rated schools are all within a short commute, making Paris an attractive base for clinicians who want lifestyle without isolation.