Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Emergency Medicine in Bowling Green, KY

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Bowling Green, KY
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 2 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Rhino Medical to find a qualified Emergency Medicine MD in Bowling Green, Kentucky, 42103!

Bowling Green, Kentucky Emergency Medicine Physician Locum Tenens
Brand-New Freestanding ED | April 2026 Go-Live | Cross-Coverage Model

Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians (MD/DO) for a brand-new Freestanding Emergency Department launching in Bowling Green, Kentucky in April 2026.

This is a rare opportunity to join a newly opened facility from day one, help shape clinical workflows, and practice in a modern, well-supported emergency care environment backed by a strong regional health system.

Opportunity Snapshot

• Location: Bowling Green, KY
• Facility Type: Brand-New Freestanding Emergency Department Urgent Care
• Go-Live Date: April 13, 2026
• Contract Type: Locum Tenens
• Clinician Type: MD / DO
• Employment Model: 1099
• EMR: Meditech Expanse (Epic transition planned December 2026)

• Shift Types Available:
  • Day Shifts: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Night Shifts: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
  • Swing coverage supported by APPs (hours TBD)
• Coverage Model:
  • 24-hour physician coverage
  • Physician-led model with APP support
  • MDs supervise APPs

• Annual ED Volume: ~25,000 visits
• Patients Per Hour: ~2.0
• ED Beds:
  • 7 Emergency Department beds
  • 5 Urgent Care beds
• Admission Rate: ~5%
• Transfers: ~3–4/day
• Trauma Designation: None
• EMS Base Station: 2 miles from facility

• Radiology:
  • In-house reads: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • VRAD overnight coverage
• CT: 24/7/365
• Ultrasound: 24/7 on-call service
• Bedside Ultrasound: Butterfly
• Admissions:
  • 95% via hospitalist service
  • 5% via community bridge orders

• Licensure: Active & unrestricted Kentucky medical license (required)
• Board Status:
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible
  • EM, FM, or IM residency-trained physicians accepted
• Certifications Required:
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • ATLS
    (If not EM boarded, ACLS/PALS/ATLS required for moderate sedation)
• Supervision: Comfortable supervising APPs

• Credentialing Timeline: 60–90 days
• Temporary / Expedited Privileges: Available (per bylaws)
• Residency Requirement: ACGME/AOA approved residency or fellowship required
• New Graduates: Accepted if board eligible

• Be part of a brand-new ED launch from day one
• Modern facility with urgent care ED hybrid model
• Strong hospitalist admission support
• Reasonable volume and patient flow
• Future Epic EMR upgrade already planned
• Ideal for physicians seeking stability, influence, and growth

• Dedicated Emergency Medicine credentialing team
• White-glove onboarding and scheduling coordination
• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Long-term locum and permanent opportunities nationwide

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
2. Design a lifestyle that suits your preferences and priorities, whether it's prioritizing travel, family time, or personal pursuits alongside your professional commitments.
3. Provide essential medical services to underserved communities or during staff shortages, ensuring consistent patient care nationwide.
4. Strategically plan your career trajectory by leveraging locum assignments to gain experiences and skills that align with your long-term professional goals.
5. Work in environments that prioritize ethical practice standards and patient advocacy, upholding professional integrity and moral principles in healthcare delivery.

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