Neurology (Outpatient only) with focus on Neuromuscular - Paducah, KY - Recruitment Incentives u...

Neurology (Outpatient only) with focus on Neuromuscular - Paducah, KY - Recruitment Incentives u...

Paducah, KentuckyPosted 27d agoattending physician
$200,000Pay listed on source · unverified
NeurologyFull-timeOutpatient only with reasonable patient volume and scheduling flexibility

Overview

Location
Paducah, Kentucky
Schedule
Outpatient only with reasonable patient volume and scheduling flexibility
Source-listed pay
$200,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Modern clinic facilities with multidisciplinary coordination and access to advanced imaging and diagnostics · Hospital and outpatient clinics

Role summary

This role is for an outpatient neurologist with a neuromuscular disease focus at Baptist Health Paducah, KY, offering a guaranteed income for two years plus recruiting incentives up to $200,000 and use of EPIC EHR. The position includes outpatient clinical work with reasonable patient volume, multidisciplinary coordination, access to advanced diagnostics, and supportive administrative staff to reduce burnout.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Outpatient only
  • Patient population: General regional patient population across four states, diverse ethnic/religious/cultural backgrounds
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$200k
Physician-reported total comp$396k–$460k · $427k median
$169kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$491k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$200,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
Incentive Overview Competitive compensation and benefits package - base compensation and up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives including starting bonus, student loan repayment, residency/fello
Observed
1 wk ago
Compensation model
Base salary with two-year income guarantee plus opportunity for additional productivity and quality bonuses
Bonus / incentives
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 · Up to $200,000 total

Benefits named in the posting

  • Starting bonus
  • Student loan repayment
  • Residency/fellowship stipend
  • Relocation/moving allowance
  • CME allowance
  • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
  • Relocation assistance
  • Credentialing and licensing onboarding support
  • Spousal employment resources
Next steps

Employer

Baptist Health Medical Group

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Modern clinic facilities with multidisciplinary coordination and access to advanced imaging and diagnostics
Facility type
Hospital and outpatient clinics
Beds
373
Patient population
General regional patient population across four states, diverse ethnic/religious/cultural backgrounds
EHR
EPIC
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Kentucky
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Modern clinic facilities with multidisciplinary coordination and access to advanced imaging and diagnostics

SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough physician-reported data.

Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $200,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Outpatient only with reasonable patient volume and scheduling flexibility
Shift type
Outpatient
Patient volume
Reasonable patient volumes
Inpatient / outpatient
Outpatient only
Admin burden
Supportive administrative and clinical staff to reduce non-clinical burdens
FTE
1
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No
Visa sponsorship
yes

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
3 days ago
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Neurology (Outpatient only) with focus on Neuromuscular - Paducah, KY - Recruitment Incentives up to $200,000 Outpatient Neurologist - Neuromuscular Focus Core Clinical Skills & Expertise Diagnosis and management of neuromuscular disorders, including Peripheral neuropathies Myopathies Motor neuron diseases Neuromuscular junction disorders (e.g., myasthenia gravis) Proficiency in EMG and nerve conduction studies Long-term disease management, including immunotherapy and infusion-based treatments Multidisciplinary coordination with PT/OT, pulmonology, rheumatology, and rehabilitation services Management of functional decline, mobility issues, and chronic neuromuscular symptoms Patient-centered counseling regarding disease progression and supportive care planning Baptist Health Paducah Neuroscience services provide Target Stroke Elite Gold Plus Certified Primary Stroke Center Close relationship with Neurosurgery Additional information Practice Environment: Modern clinic facilities with access to advanced imaging, diagnostics, and EMR systems Strong referral base from primary care and specialty providers across the region Opportunities to participate in clinical trials, quality improvement initiatives, and community education programs Professional Development Support for continuing medical education (CME) and professional growth Potential for leadership roles within the neurology service line or hospital committees Community Engagement Opportunities to engage in community outreach, stroke awareness campaigns, and educational events Collaborate with local schools, senior centers, and health organizations to promote neurological health Work-Life Balance Reasonable patient volumes and scheduling flexibility Supportive administrative and clinical staff to reduce non-clinical burdens Family-friendly environment with access to excellent schools and safe neighborhoods Relocation & Onboarding Support Relocation assistance available Onboarding support to help with credentialing, licensing, and community integration Spousal employment resources and family relocation guidance Incentive Overview Competitive compensation and benefits package - base compensation and 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 Self-managed 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, if needed About Baptist Health Medical Group Baptist Health Medical Group has earned 2025-2026 Bronze-level recognition from the American Medical Association Joy in Medicine® Health System Recognition Program for its commitment to reducing burnout and helping physicians and patients thrive. 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 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. Click here for more information about Paducah, KY. HPSA Score: 15 In Paducah, we take pride in offering a wide range of options that cater to the diverse ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds of our residents. To that end, Paducah offers Christian churches, a Jewish temple and an Islamic worship center to meet diverse spiritual needs. EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057 . For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056 . For more information about this opportunity please reach out to Jane Barger Sourcer, Physician Recruitment Cell: 781-690-1556 jane.barger@bhsi.com