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General Surgery – Corbin and Paducah, KY – J1 Candidates Welcome - Recruiting Incentives up to $200,000

Corbin, KY Opportunity

Baptist Health Medical Group is seeking a BE/BC General Surgeon to join our team at Baptist Health Corbin in Corbin, KY.

Paducah, KY Opportunity

Baptist Health Medical Group is seeking a BC/BE General Surgeon to join our team located in Paducah, KY.

• Practice has 3 General Surgeons
• Perform General, Laparoscopic and dedicated Breast Surgery
• ORs equipped with Robotic surgery devices 

Incentive Overview

• Competitive compensation and benefits package - Up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives including starting bonus, student loan repayment, residency/fellowship stipend, relocation/moving allowance, CME allowance and malpractice insurance/tail coverage provided
• Two-year income guarantee with opportunity for additional productivity and quality bonuses
• Generous time off to encourage good work life balance
• Complimentary Professional Student Loan Debt Repayment Advising
• PSLF Eligible Employer
• Physician Mentorship Pathway for growth and development
• EPIC (Gold Star 9 level)- electronic health record system integrated throughout all hospital and practice locations
• Advanced Technology capabilities including DAX
• Immigration support by experienced Immigration attorney through Appalachian Regional Commission, if needed

About Baptist Health Medical Group

Baptist Health ranks in 150 top places to work in healthcare, according to Becker's Hospital Review

• Multispecialty physician-led medical group
• 8 hospitals with over 1,800 providers, including 860 physicians and more than 950 advanced practice clinicians representing primary care and 78 specialties
• Comprehensive administrative and operations support teams
• Physician leadership councils
• Top 10% in the country for quality clinical outcomes.

About Baptist Health Corbin Hospital

Baptist Health Corbin is a 273-bed acute and skilled-care hospital serving more than 200,000 residents across southeastern Kentucky and parts of Tennessee. The hospital offers a wide range of specialties including interventional and general cardiology, gastroenterology, oncology, women’s health, orthopedics, primary care, and many others. Physicians here benefit from advanced technology like a brand-new 264-slice cardiac CTA and two fully equipped cath labs, along with strong referral networks and supportive, experienced teams.

Our behavioral health program includes 59 inpatient beds serving adults, geriatric patients, and adolescents. We also lease space on our campus to a 32-bed ContinueCARE long-term acute care hospital (LTAC), which provides extended recovery care for medically complex patients.

Baptist Health Corbin is currently undergoing a $100 million expansion that includes an 80,000-square-foot patient care wing, with completion expected in early 2027. This project will add new private inpatient rooms, expand our emergency department, and significantly increase ICU capacity. It’s a major investment in the future of healthcare in our region, made possible in part by more than $15 million in local philanthropic support.

Emergency preparedness and regional access are major strengths of our facility. We operate an on-site helipad and maintain a close partnership with Air Evac Lifeteam, one of the leading air medical transport providers in the country. In addition, Baptist Health Corbin owns and operates two of its own ambulances to ensure timely and reliable patient transfers across the region.

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built here. Baptist Health Corbin hasn’t had a traveling nurse in over two years, and the average tenure among staff is 14 years. It’s a stable, mission-driven environment where physicians are given the autonomy to shape their practice, the tools to provide exceptional care, and the work-life balance that makes a long-term career not just possible, but fulfilling.

$100 Million Expansion Underway: New ER and ICU Patient Care Wing, 80,000 sq ft — Early 2027 Completion

About Corbin, Kentucky

Located in southeastern Kentucky at the edge of the Appalachian Mountains, Corbin offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, tight-knit community, and professional opportunity. Whether you’re building your career, raising a family, or just looking for a slower pace of life, Corbin is a place where you can truly settle in and thrive.

         Affordable, Comfortable Living - With a cost of living well below the national average, Corbin offers more home for your money, less traffic, and a lifestyle that values connection, comfort, and ease.

         Incredible Outdoor Access - Nature lovers will feel right at home here.

o   Laurel Lake is just minutes away and perfect for boating, kayaking, and swimming

o   Lake Cumberland and Norris Lake are close enough for weekend getaways or houseboating trips

o   Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is home to the only “Moonbow” in the Western Hemisphere

o   Daniel Boone National Forest, Pine Mountain, and Levi Jackson State Park offer miles of trails, waterfalls, and campgrounds

         Convenient Location for Travel and Access - Corbin is located right off I-75, just about an hour from both Lexington, KY and Knoxville, TN. It’s also within reach of three airports: Lexington Blue Grass, Knoxville McGhee Tyson, and Louisville International. You get all the perks of small-town life with easy access to bigger cities when you need them.

         Top-Ranked Schools and Family-Friendly Community - The Corbin Independent School District is ranked #2 in the state. It’s a safe, welcoming place with a strong sense of pride and plenty of family-friendly events, parks, and local activities.

         Support for Visa Needs - We’ve successfully supported many J-1 and H-1B physicians through the Appalachian Regional Commission, and understand what it takes to make your move smooth and sustainable, both professionally and personally.

         A Regional Hub with Room to Grow - Corbin serves a regional population of over 200,000 people. We’re seeing real growth in healthcare, education, and commerce, but without losing our sense of community. It’s a place where physicians are appreciated and have the space to make a lasting impact.

         Local Life with a Little Charm - Downtown Corbin is filled with local shops, great restaurants, coffee spots, and—yes—the original Kentucky Fried Chicken. From art walks and festivals to farmers markets and outdoor concerts, there’s always something happening and people eager to welcome you in.

About Baptist Health Paducah

Baptist Health Paducah is a 373-bed regional medical and referral center, serving about 350,000 patients a year from four states. The hospital provides a full range of services, including cardiac and cancer care, diagnostic imaging, women’s and children’s services, surgery, emergency treatment, rehabilitation, transitional care, weight management and wound care. The main campus covers eight square blocks, plus off-site outpatient rehab, occupational medicine, primary care, school clinics, imaging and lab. Overall, Baptist Hospital Paducah offers 20 points of care to make healthcare more convenient for area residents.

Baptist Health Paducah has over 1300 employees, making it one of the region’s largest employers; and over 365 physicians representing more than 40 medical specialties. The Baptist Health Foundation Paducah supports needed services, facilities and other areas of growth. The hospital opened in 1953 as Western Baptist Hospital and changed its name in early 2013, along with other facilities in Baptist Health, the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Kentucky. 

The hospital has earned Pathway to Excellence designation for excellence in nursing services by the American Nursing Credentialing Center.

About Paducah, Kentucky

• Paducah's population is about 95,000 residents 
• Paducah is a United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designed Creative City in the field of Crafts and Folks Art (1 of 2 in the United States)
• Trendy downtown with unique restaurants, shops, and farmer’s market
• Easy access to state parks, including two of the nation’s largest man-made lakes (Lake Barkley and Land Between the Lakes) offering boating, fishing, and hiking 
• Great outdoor activities in the Paducah area:  Visit Kentucky Lake
• $44 million Performing Arts Center which houses Broadway shows and concerts
• Nationally recognized artist district
• Named one of the Top 100 Communities for Young People which starts with excellent public and private schools
• Nashville, TN is a 2-hour drive and St. Louis, MO is a 2.5-hour drive
• Recognized as the US capital of quilting
• Barkley Regional Airport - flights daily to Chicago, IL and Houston, TX