Hospice/Palliative Medicine Physician Job at UK St. Claire, Morehead, KY

  • UK St. Claire
  • Morehead, KY

Job Description

Join our team at UK St. Claire HealthCare in Morehead, Kentucky, where you will have the chance to practice in a collegial, physician-centric environment, while making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the Appalachian region.

Why Choose UK St. Claire HealthCare?

  • A Thriving University Town: Located just an hour from Lexington, KY and Huntington, WV, Morehead offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities.
  • Endless Outdoor Activities: Explore the natural beauty of the Daniel Boone National Forest, with access to hiking, biking, boating, fishing, camping, and water sports at Cave Run Lake.
  • Cultural Experiences: Enjoy local theatre productions, art displays, concert recitals, and festivals that celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the region.
  • Serving the Appalachian Community: With over 60 years of service, UK St. Claire HealthCare is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to the people of 11 counties, supporting a population of 160,000.

Position Overview:

  • Hospital Employed: As part of the largest employer in the county, you will enjoy the stability of a guaranteed salary with the opportunity to transition to a wRVU-based model (dependent upon specialty).
  • Location: Situated minutes from the scenic Daniel Boone National Forest and Cave Run Lake, offering a perfect balance of professional fulfillment and outdoor living.
  • Impact: You will be working with a diverse team to provide specialized medical care focused on symptom management, quality of life, and supportive care for patients with serious or life limiting illnesses.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary & Benefits Package: Full health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance coverage, along with retirement benefits (403b and 457 plans).
  • Generous CME Support: A CME allotment to support your ongoing professional development.
  • Paid Time Off: Includes CME/vacation days, plus a PDL bank for additional time off.
  • Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Assistance: We offer relocation expenses and a signing bonus to support your transition.
  • Loan Repayment: We offer loan repayment assistance to help ease your financial burdens.

About UK St. Claire HealthCare:

  • 159-bed not-for-profit regional referral hospital
  • Largest healthcare provider in the region
  • Serving the health needs of 11 counties in eastern Kentucky
  • A robust academic relationship with the Universities of Kentucky and Pikeville, providing opportunities for teaching and mentoring future healthcare professionals

If you're a dynamic and compassionate Orthopedic Surgeon eager to join a supportive team and make a difference in a close-knit community, we want to hear from you!

Job Tags

Local area, Relocation, Relocation package

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