TMC Russellville is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its 24-hour emergency department in Russellville, Kentucky — a community hospital serving a regional population of 45,000 with a full suite of acute care services, advanced imaging, and a broad multispecialty medical staff. Independent contractor status, flexible 12- or 24-hour shift options, and enhanced signing and relocation incentives make this an attractive opportunity for a clinician seeking stability and autonomy in a well-resourced community setting.
Perks and Benefits
- Enhanced signing bonus and relocation incentives
- Independent contractor (1099) status
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- CME access through a dedicated physician institute, including professional development tools and educational resources
- Leadership and career growth opportunities within a large, established physician practice network
- Stability of a nationally recognized, respected industry leader in emergency medicine staffing
Practice Highlights
- 24-hour emergency department with continuous physician coverage
- Flexible shift structure: 12-hour or 24-hour shift options available
- 75-bed inpatient facility, including a 6-bed ICU/CCU and 10 swing beds
- State-of-the-art imaging suite: PACS, spiral 16-slice CT, MRI, 3D ultrasound, digital mammography, echo, and nuclear medicine
- On-campus surgery center with three operating rooms and two dedicated endoscopy suites
- Broad multispecialty medical staff supporting ED consultations: family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, general surgery, cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, and additional specialties
- Regional service area of approximately 45,000 patients across Russellville and surrounding communities
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Kentucky medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity, including medical, surgical, and critical care presentations
About the Community
Russellville is the county seat of Logan County in south-central Kentucky — a small city with a close-knit community feel, low cost of living, and easy access to the outdoor recreation that defines the region. Nashville, Tennessee is approximately 75 miles to the south, offering a major metropolitan hub for dining, culture, and air travel, while Bowling Green, Kentucky is roughly 30 miles to the east, providing additional amenities, a regional medical center, and a university environment. The area's affordable housing, mild four-season climate, and relaxed pace of life appeal to physicians seeking a sustainable long-term practice outside a large urban center.