• Seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Gastroenterologist.
• The service has experienced significant growth over the past year.
• This physician-friendly healthcare organization collaborates with esteemed institutions to provide Community Faculty Appointments for mentoring students and residents.
• This role is hospital-employed and promotes an excellent work-life balance.
• Serving a diverse 11-county region with a population exceeding 160,000.
• Mission-driven, dedicated to serving the Appalachian community for nearly six decades.
• Operates a 159-bed non-profit facility.
• Handles over 30,000 emergency department visits each year.
• Features a newly constructed 81,000 sq ft Medical Pavilion encompassing various medical and surgical specialties.
• Offers Community Faculty Appointments with the University of Kentucky, focusing on teaching residents and medical students.
• Home to a $30 Million Center for Health Education and Research, in partnership with notable educational institutions.

Cultural Environment:

• Physicians retain autonomy in clinical decision-making.
• Supportive atmosphere free from administrative burdens.
• Enjoy the benefits of hospital employment while having the potential to earn in the top 90th percentile nationally.

Employer Overview:

• An integrated healthcare system and the largest employer in the region, employing over 1,000 staff members, including more than 100 medical professionals across 32 specialties.
• 159-bed hospital.
• Facility Type: Short-term Acute Care Hospital.
• Control Type: Voluntary, non-profit organization.
• Academic Partnerships: Collaborations with major universities.
• A not-for-profit health system sponsored by a religious organization.

Enhanced Financial Opportunities: The starting salary ranges from $100,000 to $175,000 more compared to similar positions in nearby urban areas, combined with a 15% lower cost of living in this community, offering significant purchasing power for personal investments and lifestyle improvements.

Affordable Living: A variety of housing options are available, including properties that provide a serene setting while remaining close to urban conveniences. These homes feature spacious layouts and modern amenities.

Community Insights: The area offers a family-friendly environment with a relaxed lifestyle, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, while being distanced from urban challenges such as traffic and high living costs.

Practice Environment: This organization allows for independence in practice management while providing the advantages of a hospital-employed model, with the potential for high earnings if desired. They are committed to attracting and retaining top talent, ensuring resources are available for professional success.

• 59 miles to a major urban center.
• 86 miles to another significant city.
• 125 miles to a metropolitan area.
• 126 miles to a prominent city.
• 184 miles to a major urban location.

• Local university with a full-time enrollment of over 7,500 students.
• A major university with nearly 33,000 students.
• Community colleges within a reasonable distance.

• Renowned fishing locations, attracting anglers from across the nation.
• Beautiful golf courses with challenging layouts.
• Well-maintained parks offering outdoor activities.
• Family-friendly recreational facilities.
• Rich biodiversity, making it a great spot for birdwatching.

• Local shopping centers and malls.
• Major retail chains.
• Unique local shops and consignment stores.