Emergency Medicine Nocturnist Physician - Paducah, KY - 2 hours from Nashville

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Emergency Medicine Nocturnist Physician — Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital | Paducah, KY

We are actively recruiting an experienced Emergency Medicine Nocturnist Physician to join our well-established team of dedicated physicians and advanced practice providers at Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, Kentucky. Join us in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care at a dynamic regional facility with strong specialty support and modern clinical resources.

Program Details

• Annual ED Volume: 30,000 visits
• ED Layout: 18 main ED beds + 5 Rapid Medical Evaluation (RME) beds
• Trauma Level: Level III Trauma Center
• Coverage Model:
  • 34 hours/day of physician coverage
  • 20 hours/day of APP coverage
• Shift Structure: Combination of 10- and 12-hour shifts
• EMR: Epic
• Average Daily ED Visits: 83

What We Offer

• 1099 Independent Contractor Model — maintain clinical autonomy and flexibility
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Flexible nocturnist schedule options
• Collaborative environment with experienced EM physicians and APPs
• No non-compete clause

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM/AOBEM)
• Strong communication and collaborative practice style
• Commitment to high-quality, efficient emergency care

About Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital serves as a regional referral center for more than a dozen counties across western Kentucky, southern Illinois, southeast Missouri, and northwest Tennessee. The hospital combines advanced clinical capabilities with a mission-driven commitment to compassionate care.

Awards & Accreditations:

• AHA Gold Plus Get With the Guidelines® – Stroke Quality Achievement Award with Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
• Joint Commission Advanced Primary Stroke Certification
• Wound Care Center of Distinction (Healogics)
• CARF Accreditation for Inpatient Rehab and Stroke Specialty
• Blue Distinction® Center for Maternity Care
• Breast Imaging Center of Excellence (American College of Radiology)
• CMS Five-Star Rating for Lourdes HomeCare

With 359 beds and a strong subspecialty network, Lourdes offers clinical breadth typical of larger urban hospitals—while maintaining close-knit, community-based culture.

About the Community — Paducah, Kentucky

Paducah is a vibrant river city known for its hospitality, affordability, and access to outdoor recreation. Physicians enjoy a balanced lifestyle with modern amenities and small-city convenience.

Highlights include:

• Safe, family-friendly neighborhoods
• Affordable housing market
• Local arts, dining, and revitalized downtown district
• Proximity to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes for boating, fishing, and outdoor adventure
• Regional employers across healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and education

Paducah provides the ideal blend of quality of life and clinical opportunity—making it an appealing destination for those seeking both professional and personal fulfillment.

Ready to Learn More?

Please submit your CV or reach out directly to schedule a confidential discussion:

Lynn Osborne
Senior Clinician Recruiter
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