Physician Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary
Job DescriptionService Line: EMPosition Title: Medical DirectorLocation: Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center - EM, Mount Vernon, KYJob Type: Full-TimeRecruiter: Kaitlyn Behme | kaitlyn_behme@scphealth.com | 337.609.8841 | schedule time to speak with KaitlynPosition OverviewServe patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health is seeking a dedicated Physician to join our dynamic team at Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center - EM. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve.Patient Volume: 11,000Coverage Model: 24 hr PhysicianNumber of Beds: 8 + 2 Fast track bedsEMR: T- SheetsAdmissions/Transfers: Trauma to Saint Joseph HealthFacility & Clinical DetailsAbout Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center - EM: Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center is a not‑for‑profit healthcare facility located in Mount Vernon, Kentucky. The hospital operates a 26‑bed acute care unit and is nationally recognized for its 143‑bed long‑term ventilator care center, the largest free‑standing ventilator‑dependent facility in the United States. Rockcastle Regional offers comprehensive services including emergency care, diagnostic imaging, surgery, oncology and infusion services, dialysis, rehabilitation therapies, pediatric services, and multiple rural health clinics. The hospital is an eleven‑time Kentucky Hospital Association Quality Award recipient and is accredited by The Joint Commission, reflecting its strong commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centered care.Teamwork/Culture: Join a cornerstone of the Rockcastle County community! RockCastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care has provided compassionate, patient‑centered care to the local community for decades. As a valued SCP Health clinician at this facility, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds—the stability and support of our clinical group while being an integral part of Atrium Health Navicent Peach's mission to improve community health. Experience a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts patients' lives while benefiting from our professional development opportunities and resources.Community InformationRockcastle County offers a friendly, rural community setting in southeastern Kentucky with a population of just over 16,000 residents. The county seat, Mount Vernon, provides essential services, affordable living, and easy access to outdoor recreation through the Daniel Boone National Forest. With a low cost of living, strong community values, and convenient access to I‑75, the area blends small‑town charm with regional connectivity.Benefits & CompensationCompetitive compensation package with earning potential up to: $462,000Job Status: 1099 Independent ContractorNo Non-CompeteProfessional liability insurance with tail coverageDedicated Chief Wellness Officer and wellness programming for cliniciansEstablished, respected, financially stable companyEquitable scheduling patternsDedicated on-site and regional leadership supportRobust professional growth and leadership development opportunitiesQualificationsLicensure: KentuckyBoard Certification: BC/BE EM, BE/BC IM, FM with ER Fellowship, or ER experienceExperience: EM Residents Accepted, 2+ Yrs ER Experience for IM/FM Boarded PhysiciansBadges: ACLS, BLS, PALS, ATLS required for non-EM boarded PhysiciansWhy SCP HealthFor over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, we believe clinicians should focus on what matters most—delivering exceptional patient care.We support our physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with national capabilities, regional leadership support, and evidence-based practices. Our approach combines clinician autonomy with comprehensive administrative support, enabling work-life balance while practicing at the top of your license.By supporting our clinicians in delivering exceptional care, we improve the health of our communities.Together, we heal.