Pulmonology - Critical Care Physician
BC/BE Pulmonary/Critical Care opportunity with a hospital-employed, physician-led group in an eastern Kentucky regional hub, offering a mix of ICU and outpatient work, significant recruiting incentives, and strong lifestyle benefits. Position Highlights Two openings for BC/BE general and critical care pulmonologists with a hospital-employed, physician-led pulmonary/critical care group in a southeastern Kentucky community. Collaborative team including 1 APRN, 1 PA-C, 1 MA, and dedicated support staff. 25-bed ICU with strong specialty backup and advanced hospital resources. Clinic hours: Monday"Friday, 8:00 a.m."5:00 p.m., with balanced inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. Compensation & Incentives Competitive compensation package with a two-year income guarantee plus opportunities for productivity and quality bonuses. Up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives, which may include starting bonus, student loan repayment, residency/fellowship stipend, relocation/moving allowance, CME funds, and malpractice insurance with tail coverage. Generous paid time off (7 weeks annually for full-time physicians). Complimentary professional student loan debt repayment advising; PSLF-eligible employer. Physician mentorship pathway to support growth, leadership development, and long-term career satisfaction. Technology, Support & System Features EPIC EHR (Gold Star"level) fully integrated across hospital and clinic sites. Advanced technology infrastructure including tools such as DAX Co-pilot to support documentation efficiency. Immigration support from an experienced attorney, including J-1 and H-1B waiver processing through the Appalachian Regional Commission. Large, multispecialty, physician-led system with thousands of providers, comprehensive administrative and operations teams, and physician leadership councils. System recognized nationally as a top place to work in healthcare and ranked among the top performers for clinical quality outcomes. Hospital & Practice Environment Regional medical center of more than 250 beds serving over 200,000 residents across southeastern Kentucky and parts of Tennessee. Broad specialty support: interventional and general cardiology, gastroenterology, oncology, womens health, orthopedics, primary care, and robust behavioral health services. On-campus 32-bed LTAC partner hospital supporting complex, high-acuity patients. Ongoing $100 million expansion including an 80,000-square-foot patient-care wing, with new private rooms, expanded ED, and increased ICU capacity (completion targeted for early 2027). On-site helipad, partnership with a leading air medical transport provider, and two hospital-operated ambulances supporting regional transfers. Stable, mission-driven culture with long staff tenure and no recent reliance on traveling nurses, offering autonomy, strong support, and sustainable work-life balance. Community & Lifestyle " Corbin, Kentucky Scenic Appalachian community in southeastern Kentucky with a strong sense of community and regional reach. Cost of living well below the national average, providing affordable housing, short commutes, and an easygoing lifestyle. Exceptional outdoor access: nearby lakes for boating and water sports, renowned state parks, waterfalls, hiking trails, camping, and forests. Conveniently located off I-75, about an hour from Lexington, KY and Knoxville, TN, with access to multiple regional airports. Highly ranked local school district and family-friendly environment with parks, youth activities, and community events. Active downtown with local restaurants, shops, coffee houses, festivals, farmers markets, outdoor concerts, and the original Kentucky Fried Chicken tourist spot. Designated underserved area with an HPSA score of 23, offering additional incentive and loan-repayment potential for eligible candidates.
