Neurosurgeon (Fellowship-Trained in Endovascular Neurosurgery) Opportunity in Paducah, Kentucky

Job Description

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for Endovascular and Open Vascular Neurosurgery - Paducah, Kentucky - Recruitment Incentives Up to $200,000

We invite you to become a part of our medical team in Paducah, Kentucky, as an Endovascular and Open Vascular Neurosurgeon.

Requirements

• Completion of a fellowship or training in an Endovascular-focused program.

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Neurosurgery.

Practice Highlights

• Equal distribution of cases: 50% neurosurgery and 50% endovascular/open vascular.

• Participation in neurosurgery on-call duties (1:4 rotation).

• Flexible on-call schedule for endovascular procedures as the program expands, with support from physician extenders.

• Access to 24/7 neurology stroke coverage provided by two fellowship-trained neuro-hospitalists.

• ICU services are staffed with intensivists available around the clock.

Incentive Overview

• Attractive compensation package, including a base salary and up to $200,000 in recruitment incentives, which may cover a signing bonus, student loan repayment, residency/fellowship stipend, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and malpractice insurance/tail coverage.

• Two-year income guarantee with potential for additional bonuses based on productivity and quality metrics.

• Self-managed time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.

• Complimentary advising for professional student loan debt repayment.

• Employer eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• Mentorship pathway available for professional growth and development.

• Utilization of EPIC (Gold Star 9 level) electronic health record system across all hospital and practice locations.

• Access to advanced technology capabilities, including DAX.

• Immigration assistance provided by a knowledgeable attorney, if necessary.

About Our Medical Group

Our organization has received Bronze-level recognition from the American Medical Association Joy in Medicine® Health System Recognition Program for its dedication to reducing physician burnout and enhancing the well-being of both physicians and patients.

• A multispecialty, physician-led medical group.

• Comprising 8 hospitals with over 1,800 providers, including 860 physicians and more than 950 advanced practice clinicians across primary care and 78 specialties.

• Comprehensive administrative and operational support teams.

• Physician leadership councils to foster collaboration.

• Ranked in the top 10% nationally for quality clinical outcomes.

About Paducah, Kentucky

Baptist Health Paducah is a 373-bed regional medical center that serves approximately 350,000 patients annually from four states. The facility offers a wide array of services, including cardiac and cancer care, diagnostic imaging, women's and children's health, surgical services, emergency care, rehabilitation, transitional care, weight management, and wound care. The main campus spans eight square blocks, complemented by off-site outpatient rehabilitation, occupational medicine, primary care, school clinics, imaging, and laboratory services. Overall, the hospital provides 20 points of care to enhance healthcare accessibility for local residents.

With over 1,300 employees, our hospital stands as one of the largest employers in the region, featuring more than 365 physicians across over 40 medical specialties. The Baptist Health Foundation Paducah supports essential services, facilities, and growth initiatives. Originally opened in 1953 as Western Baptist Hospital, it was renamed in early 2013, aligning with other facilities in our organization, the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Kentucky.

The hospital has achieved the Pathway to Excellence designation for outstanding nursing services from the American Nursing Credentialing Center.

About Paducah, Kentucky

• Paducah has a population of approximately 95,000 residents.

• Designated as a UNESCO Creative City in Crafts and Folk Art, one of only two in the United States.

• Vibrant downtown area featuring unique restaurants, shops, and a farmer's market.

• Convenient access to state parks, including two of the largest man-made lakes in the nation (Lake Barkley and Land Between the Lakes) for boating, fishing, and hiking.

• A $44 million Performing Arts Center that hosts Broadway shows and concerts.

• A nationally recognized artist district.

• Ranked among the Top 100 Communities for Young People, starting with excellent public and private schools.

• Located a two-hour drive from Nashville, TN, and 2.5 hours from St. Louis, MO.

• Recognized as the U.S. capital of quilting.

• Barkley Regional Airport offers jet service to Charlotte, NC (twice daily), with upcoming daily flights to Chicago and Houston.

HPSA Score: 15

In Paducah, we take pride in offering a diverse range of options that cater to the various ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds of our residents. The community features Christian churches, a Jewish temple, and an Islamic worship center to meet diverse spiritual needs.