Why Pulmonary/Critical Care Physicians Choose This Role
7 on / 7 off schedule offering true worklife balance
Low manageable volumes with excellent ICU and clinic support
High guaranteed compensation with meaningful long-term incentives
Opportunity for new graduates or experienced physicians
Autonomy to build and shape the service line to match your vision and practice style
Practice Overview
This full-time Pulmonary & Critical Care position offers a balanced blend of inpatient and outpatient care in a supportive physician-led environment focused on qualitynot volume.
Inpatient volume: 35 patients per day
Outpatient clinic: 1518 patients per day
Appointment lengths:
o New patients: 30 minutes
o Established patients: 15 minutes
Modern facilities with strong specialty and hospital support
Emphasis on high-quality patient-centered care without burnout
Call Responsibilities
Consult-based call model
New patient consults: approximately 24 per day
Nighttime call requiring onsite presence: approximately 1x per month
Special Skills (Preferred / Negotiable)
EBUS experience preferred
Robotic bronchoscopy experience a plus (available once equipment is in place)
Willingness to train or expand skill set supported
Compensation & Incentives
$550000 guaranteed first-year salary
$75000 sign-on bonus with 5-year contract
Up to $20000 quality incentive bonus
$15000 relocation allowance
Fellowship stipend: $2000/month for 24 months
$3500 CME allowance
Benefits Visa & Licensure
Medical dental and vision coverage for you and your family
401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans with employer contributions
Malpractice insurance provided
J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship available
Located within the Delta Regional Authority
Kentucky Medical License and Kentucky DEA (or ability to obtain)
Live Where You Want
Enjoy the freedom to choose your lifestyle with the option to live in Hopkinsville Clarksville Nashville or nearby communities. Hopkinsville offers a diverse welcoming environment with strong public and private school options and a cost of living approximately 25% below the national average.
Physicians are just 45 minutes from Land Between the Lakes and one hour from Nashville TN and Nashville International Airport.
Contact
Shannon Clements
Senior Physician Recruiter