Vascular Surgery Opening in Paducah, KY
Saint Louis, MO, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Surgery-Vascular
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Paducah, Kentucky, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/22/24
**Position:** Vascular Surgeon
- **Location:** Paducah, KY - Nashville 135m
- Full-time, permanent position
**Role Overview:**
Hospital is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Vascular Surgeon to join a highly regarded vascular team. You will collaborate with two experienced vascular surgeons and be supported by a nurse practitioner and a physician assistant. The practice benefits from a robust referral base of nearly 50 primary care providers. This role includes access to a state-of-the-art Specials Lab performing 3,000 procedures annually, as well as a separate Coronary and Vascular hybrid operating room. The practice operates in an integrated Cardiovascular Institute, with all services located on-site, fostering a team approach with cardiologists and other specialists.
Each surgeon spends two days per week in the clinic, including one day in the Wound Care Center, seeing a mix of new and returning patients, and performing procedures like ablation and sclerotherapy. Lourdes holds a leading position in the local market for vascular services.
**Compensation and Benefits:**
- 2-Year Income Guarantee with Excellent Income Potential
- Enhanced Benefits Package
- Significant Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Paid CME and Relocation Assistance
- Sign-On Bonus
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Medical Malpractice Insurance
**Facility and Team Highlights:**
- A 379-bed hospital accredited by The Joint Commission, with Kentuckys only twin hybrid OR and the highest level of chest pain accreditation.
- Broad range of specialties includes Cardiovascular, Orthopedics, Womens Health, Emergency Medicine, Behavioral Health, Home Care, Hospice, Radiology, Rehabilitation, and Wound Care.
- The physician-led group offers diverse support with 150 providers and a service area of 460,000.
**Community Perks:**
- Unique downtown with shops, restaurants, and a farmers market
- Scenic parks and two of the largest man-made lakes for outdoor recreation
- Performing Arts Center with Broadway shows
- Artist district and one of the nations most romantic main streets
- Exceptional public and private schools
- Nearby cities: Nashville (2 hours) and St. Louis (2.5 hours)
- Daily jet service from Paducah to Chicago