Scott Memorial Hospital in Scottsburg, Indiana is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician to join its 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency department within a 25-bed Joint Commission–accredited critical access hospital. The facility spans 93,852 square feet and delivers a broad scope of acute inpatient and outpatient services, making this a clinically rich community-ED role with genuine subspecialty backup on campus. Independent contractor status and flexible scheduling make this an attractive option for physicians seeking schedule autonomy in a collegial, full-service rural setting.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate (independent contractor / 1099 engagement)
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance and out-of-area physicians
- CME access through a dedicated physician institute, including professional development tools and educational resources
- Clinician wellness program
- Support of a national network of emergency medicine specialists and world-class clinical expertise
Practice Highlights
- 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department within a 25-bed critical access hospital
- Joint Commission–accredited and College of American Pathologists–accredited facility
- 93,852 square-foot medical campus with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient infrastructure
- On-site services include intensive care unit, medical imaging, nuclear medicine, laboratory services, pharmacy, cardiac rehabilitation, and OB/Gyn
- Scott Memorial Hospital Medical Specialty Clinic provides on-campus subspecialty coverage across podiatry, pediatric cardiology, general surgery, cardiology, dermatology, gastroenterology, nephrology, neurology, ophthalmology, and urology — robust backup for a critical access setting
- Full-service acute care environment supporting the complete spectrum of community-ED acuity
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Indiana medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with the full acuity range of a community critical access emergency department
About the Community
Scottsburg is the seat of Scott County in southern Indiana, situated along the US-31 corridor approximately 35 miles north of Louisville, Kentucky — giving physicians convenient access to a major metropolitan area while enjoying the pace and affordability of small-town living. The region offers low cost of living, a tight-knit community atmosphere, and easy reach to the outdoor recreation, cultural amenities, and international airport of the Louisville metro.