Total Joint Surgeon needed in KY- Hospital Employed with no overhead

National Medical Association; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon in Paducah, Kentucky. This hospital-employed position offers competitive salary, productivity incentives, and a rich community life with excellent schools and cultural amenities. Join a physician-led organization dedicated to clinical excellence and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with 2-year guarantee

Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

Medical education loan repayment

Generous CME allowance

Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision

457(b) with employer match

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Join a comprehensive orthopedic team.
• Access to a large, established primary care referral network.
• Participate in a collaborative multi-disciplinary environment.

Skills

Collaboration

Clinical Excellence

Education

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon to join our comprehensive orthopedic team in Paducah, Kentucky . This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of the region’s leader in orthopedic care. Paducah combines Southern charm with urban amenities, making it an ideal place to build a career, raise a family, and enjoy a vibrant and active lifestyle.

Position Highlights:

• Hospital-employed position with no overhead
• Potential joint venture ASC opportunity
• Access to a large, established primary care referral network
• Dedicated block time at both the main hospital and ambulatory surgery center
• Access to inpatient rehabilitation , outpatient therapies , on-site imaging , urgent care , and pain management services
• Collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment
• EPIC EMR

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with 2-year guarantee
• Productivity and quality incentives
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical education loan repayment available
• Generous CME allowance and allowed time off
• Full suite of benefits including health, dental, vision, malpractice with tail coverage
• 457(b) with employer match in addition to a 457(f) Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan

About Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital:

• 379-bed regional medical center
• Over 100 years of serving the community with compassionate, high-quality care
• Full range of services including: Cardiovascular, Neurology, Orthopedics, Women’s Health, Emergency Medicine, Behavioral Health, Surgery Center, Sleep Center, Rehabilitation, Home Care, and more
• Member of Bon Secours Mercy Health, one of the largest Catholic health systems in the U.S.

Leadership & Professional Growth:

• Physician-led organization committed to clinical excellence and physician development
• Access to leadership development programs and strategic involvement opportunities

About Mercy Health Physicians – Kentucky:

• 170 providers across 27 practice locations , including 8 primary care clinics
• 275 medical and advanced practice staff representing 35 specialties
• 420,000 patient visits annually
• Serving a population of 460,000+

Why Paducah, Kentucky?

Paducah is a charming, vibrant community that offers a rich blend of southern hospitality and cultural sophistication :

• Historic downtown with local shops, restaurants, and a thriving arts scene
• Two of the nation’s largest man-made lakes nearby for fishing, boating, and hiking
• $44 million performing arts center , Broadway shows, and artist-in-residence programs
• Excellent public and private schools
• Recognized as one of the “Top 100 Communities for Young People”
• Convenient access to major cities: 2 hours from Nashville , 2.5 hours from St. Louis
• Daily jet service to Charlotte, NC

At Mercy Health, we believe good works start with great people.