Emergency Medicine Medical Director

Bring Better to the Bedside as a Medical Director in Bowling Green, KY at Med Center Health Lovers Lane

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 facility, opening in April 2026, presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced emergency medicine physician leader to guide the development of a clinical team from its inception. This role provides the unique ability to shape strategic direction, cultivate a high-performance culture, and drive clinical and operational excellence from the ground up. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proven leadership capabilities, collaborative instincts, and a steadfast commitment to advancing 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:

• Director candidates: ABEM certification required.
• At least one year of director and associate director experience preferred.

Scheduling:

• 24 hours of physician coverage in the ED with shifts from 7a-7p and 7p-7a.
• 12 hours of APP coverage in the on-site Urgent Care.

Key Responsibilities:

• There are 7 beds dedicated to the ER and 5 beds in the on-site Urgent Care.
• Radiology, CT, and Ultrasound are available on site.
• Medtech is the current EMR. Transitioning to EPIC in December 2026.

Living and Working in Bowling Green:

• Bowling Green, KY (population approximately 77K) is a vibrant community with a moderate climate, a low cost of living, a strong healthcare system, and award-winning schools.
• It is home to Western Kentucky University and the National Corvette Museum.
• Barren River State Park and Mammoth Cave National Park are located nearby, and Nashville is just an hour’s drive down Route 65.
• Our team puts patients first and offers opportunities for career development while encouraging meaningful involvement in the local community.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive 1099 compensation with paid malpractice and tail coverage.

Heather Smith, Clinical Recruiter | heathersmith@soundphysicians.com | (231) 392-3433