Job Description
Why Physicians Consider This Opportunity
- Established oncology program with strong community trust and referrals
- Collaborative team with experienced physicians, APPs, and oncology staff
- Comprehensive cancer services including medical oncology, infusion, and radiation oncology
- Modern technology and integrated EMR (Epic) for seamless care coordination
- Balanced workload with strong clinical support
- Opportunity to grow and shape oncology services in the region
- Excellent work life balance in a welcoming community
Practice Overview
- Join a collaborative oncology team dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care
- Work alongside radiation oncology, infusion services, and oncology nursing staff
- Full-time APP support to assist with patient care and clinic flow
- On-site infusion center with experienced oncology nurses
- Tumor board participation with multidisciplinary care coordination
- Established referral network throughout Western Kentucky and Northern Tennessee
Clinical Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions
- Develop individualized treatment plans including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies
- Collaborate with radiation oncology and surgical specialists for multidisciplinary care
- Participate in tumor board discussions and care coordination
- Provide patient education and compassionate guidance through treatment
Typical Weekly Expectations
- Mix of new consultations, follow-ups, and treatment management
- Participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards
- Balanced clinic schedule with support staff assisting patient management
Schedule & Call
- Predictable weekday schedule
- Shared call coverage
- Strong emphasis on physician well-being and work life balance
Compensation
- 1 Yr guarantee (3rd guarantee J1) at $620,000
- Productivity-based bonus opportunity
- $20 /RVU APP supervision, $504/24 call pay
- Productivity compensation set at $90 per wRVU.
- Sign-on Bonus: $100,000 with 5-year contract or $75,000 with 3-year contract
- $50,000 Quality Bonus
- Fellowship Stipend: $2,000 monthly for up to 24 months
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Malpractice coverage
- 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans with employer contributions
- 5 CME days + $3,500 annual CME allowance
- 5 weeks PTO plus 6 paid holidays
Community Highlights Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Hopkinsville is a vibrant and welcoming community in Western Kentucky known for its friendly atmosphere, affordable living, and strong sense of local pride.
Physicians and families appreciate:
Affordable Lifestyle
- Cost of living well below the national average
- Beautiful homes with land, historic neighborhoods, and new developments
- Short commute times most physicians live within minutes of work
Family-Friendly Community
- Excellent public and private schools
- Safe neighborhoods and strong community involvement
- Numerous parks, sports programs, and youth activities
- Nearby Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area with boating, hiking, fishing, and camping
- Golf courses, lakes, and outdoor trails throughout the region
- 1 hour to Nashville, Tennessee for major airport access, concerts, professional sports, and world-class dining
- Close to Fort Campbell, creating a diverse and vibrant community
Arts & Culture
- Alhambra Theatre performances and concerts
- Museums, festivals, and local arts events
- A thriving downtown with local restaurants, boutiques, and community events
Hopkinsville offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city accessibility, making it an ideal place to build both a successful medical career and a fulfilling personal life.
