Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Frankfort, KY

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Frankfort, KY
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 3 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Frankfort, Kentucky Emergency Medicine Physician Locum Tenens

Rhino Medical is seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians for a long-term locum tenens opportunity in Frankfort, Kentucky , beginning as soon as possible.

This is a substantial year-long coverage need offering 10-hour morning, mid, and night shifts , physician and APP support, and the flexibility to build a consistent Emergency Medicine schedule in Kentucky’s capital region.

Emergency Medicine-trained physicians are preferred, while physicians from other board backgrounds with substantial Emergency Department experience may also be considered.

Opportunity Details

• Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
• Specialty: Emergency Medicine
• Start: ASAP
• Assignment Length: Approximately 1 year
• Coverage: Rotational schedule
• Shift Length: 10 hours
• Morning, mid, and night shifts available
• No call
• EMR: MediTech
• Standard Emergency Medicine procedures required

Emergency Department

• Approximately 89 patients per day
• Approximately 3,240 annual ED admissions
• 1–2 physicians typically working per shift
• APP support
• Nursing support
• Community Emergency Medicine setting
• Standard Emergency Department acuity and case mix
• Outpatient follow-up model

Clinical Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries
• Provide Emergency Medicine assessment, stabilization, and disposition
• Perform standard Emergency Department procedures
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies
• Manage resuscitation and higher-acuity presentations as clinically required
• Collaborate with APPs, nursing staff, and hospital teams
• Determine appropriate discharge, admission, transfer, or follow-up
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Candidate Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible Emergency Medicine physicians strongly preferred
• Physicians from other board backgrounds with substantial Emergency Department experience may also be considered
• New Emergency Medicine residency graduates may be considered
• Appropriate Kentucky medical licensure or eligibility
• Current PALS
• ACLS per applicable facility requirements
• ATLS based on board status and clinical background
• Comfortable performing standard Emergency Medicine procedures
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work effectively within a physician/APP team

Why This Opportunity Works

• Long-term coverage need
• 10-hour shifts rather than traditional 12-hour coverage
• Morning, mid, and night scheduling options
• 1–2 physicians per shift with APP support
• No call
• Broad Emergency Medicine case mix
• Opportunity to build a consistent monthly schedule
• Frankfort location with access to the Lexington and Louisville corridor

Practice in Frankfort

Frankfort offers a distinctive Central Kentucky setting in the heart of the state’s bourbon and horse-country region , with convenient access to Lexington and Louisville.

For physicians seeking long-term Emergency Medicine coverage with a structured shift model and regional accessibility, this is a compelling Kentucky opportunity.

Why Work With Rhino Medical

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Weekly direct deposit
• AAA-rated malpractice coverage
• Dedicated recruiter support
• Clear scheduling and communication
• Continued access to Emergency Medicine opportunities nationwide

If you’re an Emergency Medicine Physician or an experienced physician with substantial recent ED experience interested in long-term Kentucky coverage, connect with Rhino Medical with your updated CV and availability.

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