Emergency Medicine Physician

Specialty: Emergency Medicine Physician Opportunity Type: Locum tenens physician coverage Location: Frankfort, Kentucky Facility: 173-bed hospital Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,480-$7,670 Start Date: January 22, 2027 Duration: Approximately 12 weeks, with a longer-term need anticipated Schedule: Rotational coverage with morning, mid, and night shifts Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts available; additional shift details to be confirmed Hours: Approximately 36 hours per week Call: No call responsibilities Orientation: Two-day shadowing and orientation Patient Volume: Approximately 89 patients per day Emergency Department Acuity: Broad range of standard emergency cases with normal acuity Staffing: Typically 1-2 emergency medicine physicians plus advanced practice providers per shift Emergency Medicine Physician Requirements Eligible to practice as a physician in Kentucky Emergency medicine experience; new graduates may be considered Current ACLS and PALS certifications Current ATLS certification, or documented completion when applicable Ability to perform standard emergency department procedures Case logs may be required during the credentialing process Ability to complete applicable credentialing and privileging requirements Emergency Medicine Physician Responsibilities Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a broad range of emergency conditions Provide on-site emergency medicine coverage during assigned rotational shifts Perform standard emergency department procedures within the physician's scope of practice Collaborate with nursing staff and advanced practice providers to deliver timely, high-quality patient care Manage routine emergency cases in a non-trauma-center setting Complete accurate clinical documentation and coordinate outpatient follow-up when appropriate Participate in orientation, case review, and required credentialing activities Apply now for this emergency medicine locum tenens opportunity in Frankfort, Kentucky, and join a supportive healthcare team.

Benefits: GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors. Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.