Emergency Medicine Physician

Join a welcoming emergency medicine team as a locum tenens physician in Frankfort, Kentucky. This 12-week, on-site physician opportunity offers rotational coverage in a 173-bed hospital with nursing and advanced practice provider support.

Frankfort, Kentucky's historic capital, offers a scenic Bluegrass setting with convenient access to outdoor recreation, local culture, and the larger Lexington and Louisville metropolitan areas. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians seeking Kentucky emergency medicine jobs and flexible locum tenens work.

• Specialty: Emergency Medicine Physician
• Opportunity Type: Locum tenens physician coverage
• Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
• Facility: 173-bed hospital
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,480-$7,670
• Start Date: January 22, 2027
• Duration: Approximately 12 weeks, with a longer-term need anticipated
• Schedule: Rotational coverage with morning, mid, and night shifts
• Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts available; additional shift details to be confirmed
• Hours: Approximately 36 hours per week
• Call: No call responsibilities
• Orientation: Two-day shadowing and orientation
• Patient Volume: Approximately 89 patients per day
• Emergency Department Acuity: Broad range of standard emergency cases with normal acuity
• Staffing: Typically 1-2 emergency medicine physicians plus advanced practice providers per shift

• Eligible to practice as a physician in Kentucky
• Emergency medicine experience; new graduates may be considered
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications
• Current ATLS certification, or documented completion when applicable
• Ability to perform standard emergency department procedures
• Case logs may be required during the credentialing process
• Ability to complete applicable credentialing and privileging requirements

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a broad range of emergency conditions
• Provide on-site emergency medicine coverage during assigned rotational shifts
• Perform standard emergency department procedures within the physician's scope of practice
• Collaborate with nursing staff and advanced practice providers to deliver timely, high-quality patient care
• Manage routine emergency cases in a non-trauma-center setting
• Complete accurate clinical documentation and coordinate outpatient follow-up when appropriate
• Participate in orientation, case review, and required credentialing activities

Apply now for this emergency medicine locum tenens opportunity in Frankfort, Kentucky, and join a supportive healthcare team.

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

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