A well-established emergency medicine group in Winchester, Kentucky is recruiting an experienced Advanced Practice Clinician — Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant — to join a collaborative ED team at a community acute care facility. This is a full-time employed position offering competitive experience-based compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the clinical backing of a nationally recognized patient safety organization. Winchester's central Bluegrass Region location, low cost of living, and proximity to Lexington make this an attractive destination for APCs seeking a stable, high-quality practice environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation scaled to years of clinical experience
- Paid time off
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary company match
- Medical license and DEA registration reimbursement
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- CME access, professional development tools, and educational resources through a dedicated national institute
Practice Highlights
- Emergency medicine practice at a community acute care hospital in Winchester, Kentucky
- Practice supported by a large, nationally organized emergency medicine group with established clinical protocols and quality infrastructure
- Member of a national Patient Safety Organization, providing clinicians with peer-protected quality improvement resources and clinical confidence
- Access to ongoing professional development and specialty-specific educational programming
- Collaborative team environment with physician oversight and APC-forward practice model
Qualifications
- Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with emergency medicine training or experience
- Active Kentucky state license or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start
- Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain
- Prior emergency department clinical experience preferred; new graduates with strong emergency medicine training backgrounds are encouraged to inquire
About the Community
Winchester is a welcoming small city in the heart of Kentucky's Bluegrass Region, situated approximately 20 miles east of Lexington — offering easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a distinctly lower cost of living and a relaxed pace of life. The region is defined by rolling horse-farm countryside, bourbon trail destinations, and a strong sense of community, with well-regarded local schools and abundant outdoor recreation along the Kentucky River and surrounding state parks. Clinicians relocating from larger markets consistently find the combination of affordability, natural beauty, and proximity to Lexington's dining, arts, and airport infrastructure to be a compelling quality-of-life upgrade.