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We are seeking a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon for a 120-day assignment in Kentucky, starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call shifts from 7 AM - 7 AM, including 8 AM - 5 PM clinic hours and weeknight call after clinic. The Orthopedic Surgeon will serve as the primary MD on call, manage typical trauma joint and fracture repairs, and...
Location:KY
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Kentucky, starting Apr 13, 2026. This role offers flexible scheduling with day (7a-7p) and night (7p-7a) shifts, with a typical commitment of 10-15 shifts per month. Join our client in delivering high-quality acute care in a dynamic environment.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:KY
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Kentucky is actively seeking a skilled OB/GYN Physician for a 14-day assignment starting Aug 6, 2026. This role involves 24-hour out of house call coverage from 8am to 8am, focusing primarily on deliveries and C-sections. The Physician will be responsible for responding quickly to call backs, conducting patient consults, rounding, and...
Location:KY
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Kentucky is seeking a skilled Pulmonologist for a 70-day assignment beginning Aug 18, 2026. This role involves a 7 on / 7 off schedule with 8-5 shifts, primarily covering pulmonology consults and cases in a ICU. The ideal candidate will be proficient in various critical care procedures including intubation, thoracentesis, bronchoscopy,...
Location:KY
Specialty:Pulmonology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Kentucky is actively seeking an Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 5-day locum tenens assignment, beginning Aug 1, 2026. This role involves 7am-7am shifts, focusing exclusively on call coverage without clinic duties. The successful candidate will manage Nursery cases, natural deliveries, and C-sections.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide...
Location:KY
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Cardio Electrophysiology Physician for a 35-day assignment in Kentucky, starting Oct 5, 2026. This role involves covering clinic hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm, with weeknight call, and potential OR days 1-2 days per week. The physician will be responsible for procedures like pacemaker, afib, and ICD implants, as well...
Location:KY
Specialty:Cardio Electrophysiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon Physician for a 30-day assignment in Kentucky, beginning Aug 31, 2026. This role involves a consistent schedule from 8:30am - 5:30pm, focusing on key procedures such as arthroscopy and total joint replacements of the hip and knee. Join our client to provide essential orthopedic care.Responsibilities and DutiesArthroscopyTotal...
Location:KY
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Psychiatrist for a 90-day assignment in Kentucky, commencing Sep 14, 2026. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of anxiety disorders, affective disorder, ADD/ADHD, personality disorders, development disorders, psychotic disorders, organic disorders, pharmacotherapy, and group therapy, with a schedule structured around 24-hour...
Location:KY
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Kentucky is seeking an Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 6-day assignment, commencing Jul 17, 2026. This role involves comprehensive weekend coverage from Friday morning to Monday morning, including 24-hour out-of-house call with frequent callbacks. Responsibilities encompass typical deliveries, C-sections, GYN cases, NSTs, and daily...
Location:KY
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Obstetrician/Gynecologist for an 8-day assignment in Kentucky, starting Oct 23, 2026. This role involves serving as the primary OB/GYN on call for deliveries and C-sections, along with typical rounding and patient consults, working 24-hour call shifts from 7 AM to 7 AM.Responsibilities and DutiesServe as the primary Obstetrician/Gynecologist...
Location:KY
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Locum tenens physician jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel physicians hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to ZipRecruiter, physicians in Kentucky typically earn an average of $129,453 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $282,140 a year.
Physicians in Kentucky are required to complete 60 hours of CME every three years.
Yes, new graduates can work in Kentucky as long as they receive the proper licensing and certification specific to their state. Check out our physician licensing guide to get started.
The highest paying physician specialties include neurosurgery, thoracic, and orthopedic surgery. Highly technical surgical specialties like these earn around $600,000 a year.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of physician and surgeon jobs will increase by 3% between 2022 and 2032. About 24,200 openings for physicians and surgeons are projected each year.
