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Envision
Ashland, KY
The EM Physician role will be working in the Emergency Medicine specialty, located in King's Daughters Medical Center - EM Ashland, KY. Please contact Jonathan Hughes at for additional benefits information. Job Details: Join the high-volume Emergency Department at UK King's Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, Kentucky, home to a brand-new, next-generation Emergency Department designed to maximize patient privacy, comfort, and safety. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, strong physician support, excellent retention, and the opportunity to practice in one of Kentucky's most recognized healthcare organizations. Compensation & Schedule Highlights Generous sign-on and start-date bonus (full-time) Competitive hourly compensation package with night differential Full-time status consists of ten 12-hour shifts per month Flexible scheduling options Stable team with high physician retention Emergency Department Overview 65,000 annual ED visits Brand-new Emergency Department opened in June 2025 86 treatment areas, including 60 private patient rooms Four trauma bays Two dedicated CT scanners Provider-in-Triage program Dedicated behavioral health unit Isolation rooms with decontamination showers STAT laboratory within the department Specialized EMS and first responder workspaces Certified Stroke Center with 24-hour stroke team Coverage Model 72 hours of physician coverage daily 48 hours of APP coverage daily Daily APP coverage in the main Emergency Department 12-hour physician and APP shifts Scribe documentation support for physicians Collaborative practice environment with experienced clinical staff Facility Information: Specialty Backup 455-bed regional referral hospital Comprehensive heart and vascular services Orthopedic, oncology, digestive health, and neurology programs Stroke and neuroscience services Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Strong inpatient and specialty support across multiple disciplines Technology & Documentation Epic EMR Physician scribe support State-of-the-art Emergency Department technology Modern workflow and patient throughput resources Why Physicians Choose This Practice Brand-new, advanced Emergency Department facility Stable, experienced team with strong retention Named a Best Place to Work in Kentucky for consecutive years, including 2024 and 2025 Collaborative culture focused on quality patient care Strong physician, APP, and nursing support Opportunity to join a respected regional healthcare organization Awards & Recognition Women's Choice Award Best Hospitals for Emergency Care Women's Choice Award Best Hospitals for Patient Safety Leapfrog "A" Grade for Hospital Safety Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work Community Highlights Enjoy an exceptional quality of life along the scenic Ohio River in northeastern Kentucky. Affordable cost of living and housing options Excellent public and private schools Family-friendly community atmosphere Riverfront recreation, hiking trails, parks, and outdoor activities Vibrant arts and entertainment scene, including the Paramount Arts Center Local restaurants, shopping, and downtown amenities Convenient access to Huntington, West Virginia, and Lexington, Kentucky Small-town charm with easy access to larger metropolitan areas Qualifications: EM residency trained and BC/BE through ABEM/AOBEM Community Information: Ashland, KY is the centerpiece of the metro triangle that borders the Ohio River and is the anchor for the tri-state area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia. The tri-state offers a variety of outdoor recreation, natural beauty, art, entertainment and cultural events. Huntington, WV, which is just 15 miles southeast of Ashland, recently earned the title of America’s Best Community. Largest urban area of Eastern Kentucky, with a population of more than 300,000 people Vital center for healthcare, commerce, & banking Nearby district of Huntington has been revitalized with restaurants, cafes, & shopping, and offers some of the best public & private schools
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