Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group is searching for an OBGYN physician to employ at our Saint Joseph East Women‘s Hospital. Opening in 2010 unlike any women’s facility in the state, The Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East is a state-of-the-art hospital dedicated exclusively to the health and well-being of women in central and eastern Kentucky. The 60,000-square-foot, three-floor facility features patient- and family-centered design and amenities, including a fathers-only lounge, a play area for siblings, and education center. In addition to providing the finest health care for mothers and their babies, The Women’s Hospital is dedicated to providing a broad array of specialized services for women in an attractive and convenient setting.

This physician will be joining an established group of OBGYNs, consisting of five (5) physicians and three (3) Nurse Practitioners. This group does take secondary call, as there are laborists within the Women‘s Hospital at Saint Joseph East.

Opportunity Details:

• Excellent base salary guaranteed for up to 3 years
• Up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives including sign-on bonus, student loan assistance, residency bonus, and relocation assistance
• CME allowance and additional time off
• Paid Time Off
• Quality Incentives
• 401k and 457(b) plans with company contribution
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance/tail coverage
• 501 (c) (3) income based student loan forgiveness eligible
• Physician Mentorship Program for growth and development
• EPIC- electronic health record system integrated throughout all hospital and practice locations

Community Information:

Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington, Kentucky, is a charming town offering genuine Southern hospitality that will help you feel right at home as soon as you arrive. The city is a cultural center that lies in the heart of Bluegrass Country and is filled with numerous historical, natural, and cultural attractions to explore and enjoy. Home to a remarkable university with exciting NCAA sporting events, Lexington is perfect for families and has some of the best public and private schools in the state
A safe, walkable downtown area with plenty of day and nightlife activities
Gorgeous scenery and an abundance of outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, camping, golfing, and horseback riding
Convenient access to Louisville, Cincinnati, and Nashville and their many amenities, including international airports and professional sporting events

Education:

American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology

License/Certification:

A valid and unrestricted Kentucky state medical license or license-eligible

About CHI Saint Joseph Health and CommonSpirit Health

CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health includes 275 providers delivering quality care to patients across 88 locations in central and eastern Kentucky. Our full service network delivers a variety of Primary Care Services including Family Internal Geriatric and Pediatric Medicine in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. #HEC