Emergency Medicine Physician
Radcliff, Kentucky
Urgency. Expertise. Purpose.
In emergency medicine, every decision carries weight. Our physician teams deliver rapid, evidence-based care in high-pressure environments, bringing clinical clarity and calm to moments of uncertainty. We lead with precision, empathy, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes when time matters most.
With a national footprint and decades of experience, our emergency medicine programs are built on a foundation of operational excellence, physician leadership, and a relentless focus on patient-centered care. From urban trauma centers to community EDs, our physicians are empowered to make an immediate impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Job Type: Full Time; Part Time; PRN
- Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
- Shift: Day; Night
- Travel: No
Emergency Medicine Physician
Radcliff, Kentucky
Job ID:
JOB-001078
Category:
Emergency Medicine
Lead Patient-Centered Care as an Emergency Medicine Physician in Radcliff, KY, at Baptist Health ER & Urgent Care Radcliff
Sound Physicians is a physician-founded and led, patient-first medical group grounded in one belief: better support for clinicians leads to better care for patients. Our emergency medicine teams are empowered to lead care locally with the backing of a strong national network committed to clinical excellence, intentional leadership development, and collaborative partnership. Here, you’ll practice alongside care teams that work seamlessly across Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, and Critical Care—creating smoother transitions, stronger accountability, and better outcomes for the communities we serve.
If you’re looking for a place where your clinical judgment is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to talk.
Local Team Collaboration:
- This brand-new freestanding Emergency Department, opening in September 2026, offers an exceptional opportunity to join a new team providing high-quality emergency care.
- Accountable, on-site leadership: a local medical director who knows the community and owns the department's performance, supported by Sound's leadership-development tools.
- Stable, well-staffed teams: cohesive teams aligned on our patient-first culture of excellence, which means less reliance on premium temp labor and more predictable shifts.
Qualifications:
- Board-certified/eligible in emergency medicine or board-certified in family medicine or internal medicine with emergency medicine experience.
- Certifications Required for non-ABEM Physicians: ACLS, PALS, and ATLS.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- 24 hours of physician coverage in the ED with shifts from 7 AM - 7 PM and 7 PM - 7 AM.
- 12 hours of APP coverage in the on-site Urgent Care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality care in a 7-bed ED and a 5-bed on-site Urgent Care.
- Foster collaboration and support among team members.
- EPIC is the EMR.
Living and Working in Bowling Green:
- Radcliff is a thriving community in Hardin County, Kentucky. This affordable community of nearly 23,000 residents offers quality schools, a dense suburban feel, cultural diversity, and an ever-growing local restaurant scene.
- Radcliff is situated directly adjacent to the Fort Knox U.S. Army Base.
- Located close to Elizabethtown and less than 1 hour from Louisville, it is an ideal place to live.
- Our team puts patients first and offers opportunities for career development while encouraging meaningful involvement in the local community.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Competitive 1099 compensation with paid malpractice and tail coverage.
Heather Smith, Clinical Recruiter | heathersmith@soundphysicians.com | (231) 392-3433
Our values in action
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Uncompromising Care:
You deliver high-stakes care with speed and precision. We support you with tools and systems that respect your clinical judgment and elevate your ability to make life-saving decisions—because excellence is essential in every encounter.
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Collaboration:
You’re part of a dynamic, team-based environment where emergency physicians lead with trust, transparency, and shared accountability—working seamlessly with nurses, specialists, and hospital partners to deliver coordinated care.
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Accountability:
You take ownership of every moment—leading clinical strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across fast-paced emergency departments.
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Ingenuity & Empathy:
You bring clear thinking and calm leadership to unpredictable situations, balancing rapid decision-making with compassion for patients, families, and your team.
Career Path
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
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Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
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Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.
Hear from our team
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“Sound gives us the infrastructure and the autonomy to run a high‑performing ED—so we can focus on clinical excellence.”
Amitabh Chandra, MD
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine -

“You have a voice here. Your ideas are respected, and there are real opportunities for committee work and leadership.”
David Keifer, MD
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine -

“We prioritize rapid provider access and fast, safe transitions—so patients get timely, high‑quality care.”
Ian Doten, MD
Regional Medical Director, Emergency Medicine
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
Emergency Medicine
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