Healthcare System Overview

A Community Hospital With Regional Strength and Personal Connection

When you walk through the doors of Henry County Medical Center, you'll immediately sense the distinctive atmosphere that sets it apart from larger, more impersonal facilities. As a 142-bed short-term acute care hospital in Paris, Tennessee, HCMC blends advanced clinical capabilities with the warmth and personal connections of community medicine. The facility's integration with West Tennessee Healthcare has enhanced resources while preserving the close-knit environment that makes practicing here so rewarding.

As you move through your day, you'll appreciate the thoughtfully designed 287,372-square-foot facility, state-of-the-art equipment, and most importantly, colleagues who know each other by name. This is healthcare delivered on a human scale, where relationships matter and patients are neighbors rather than just chart numbers. 

Quality Care That Exceeds Expectations

Henry County Medical Center's commitment to excellence is reflected in impressive quality metrics that will give you confidence in your practice environment:

  • 4-star rating in the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS), placing it among top-performing Tennessee hospitals
  • 14.2% all-cause hospital-wide readmission rate - better than the national average
  • 0.87 serious complication rate - lower than many regional hospitals
  • -0.513 Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) score - ranking in the 81st percentile nationally
  • 27.8 Medicare Value-Based Purchasing Total Performance Score - 74th percentile among hospitals

These metrics translate to a practice environment where you can feel proud of the care delivered and focus on quality medicine rather than constantly addressing preventable complications.

Comprehensive Clinical Services Supporting Your Practice

The hospital offers an impressive range of services for a community facility, handling over 19,600 ER visits annually:

  • Emergency Department: 24/7 emergency care with appropriate stabilization capabilities
  • Surgical Services: 6 operating rooms supporting general, orthopedic, and specialized surgeries
  • Orthopedic Surgery: Advanced MAKO Robotic Assisted Surgery System for joint replacements
  • Cancer Care: Outpatient radiation and chemotherapy at the Cancer Care Center of Henry County
  • Diagnostic Imaging: State-of-the-art MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray capabilities
  • Women's Health: Complete maternal/newborn services with private birthing rooms
  • Rehabilitation: Off-site Center for Wellness & Rehabilitation plus comprehensive therapy services
  • Primary & Specialty Care: Family medicine, urology, pulmonology, pediatrics, and more
  • Home Health & Hospice: Extending care beyond the hospital walls

The hospital is not trauma-designated, with trauma cases transferred to either Ascension St. Thomas in Nashville or Jackson Memorial Hospital, allowing you to focus on medical hospital care without trauma call responsibilities.

Service Area and Patient Demographics

As the cornerstone of healthcare in Henry County and surrounding communities, HCMC serves a distinct geographic region:

  • Primary service area: Henry County with population of approximately 32,000
  • Patient distribution: Majority from Paris (45.6%), followed by Camden, McKenzie, Springville, and Big Sandy
  • Rural patient population with typical health patterns and appreciative approach to care
  • Hospitalist service demand: The service area can support 4-5 hospitalists on a 7-on/7-off schedule, with your position completing the team
  • Community commitment: Provides over $3.7 million in uncompensated care annually

Unlike urban areas with competing hospitalist programs battling for market share, HCMC's established position means a stable practice environment with consistent patient flow and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Technology and Innovation Supporting Excellence

HCMC invests in technology that enhances your ability to deliver quality care:

  • Epic Systems Corporation planned implementation within 1-2 years (transitioning from current Altera system)
  • Telehealth services expanding access to specialty care
  • Accountable Care Organization (ACO) participation through Ascension Care Management
  • Advanced surgical technology including MAKO robotic system

You'll practice with tools and systems that support clinical excellence without the technology overwhelming the human aspect of care.

Strong Leadership and Organizational Structure

The hospital benefits from experienced leadership committed to supporting clinical excellence:

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO): John Tucker
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO): Dirk Morgan
  • Chief Medical Officer (CMO): Dr. Mengistu Yemane
  • Chief Nursing Officer (CNO): Kim Bentley
  • Chief Operations Officer (COO): Joshua Roberts

This leadership team understands the importance of supporting hospitalists and maintaining a positive practice environment.

Financial Stability With Strategic Vision

With net patient revenue of $89.3 million and strategic focus on expanding outpatient services (which generate over 80% of total patient revenue), HCMC maintains operational strength while evolving to meet healthcare trends:

  • 35.9 days cash on hand ensuring operational liquidity
  • Strategic expansion of outpatient services
  • Focus on operational efficiency and optimized care delivery
  • Part of West Tennessee Healthcare's regional network and economies of scale

Value of West Tennessee Healthcare System Affiliation

As part of West Tennessee Healthcare, HCMC offers you the best of both worlds - community hospital practice with system support:

  • Resources of a regional healthcare system with integrated services across multiple facilities
  • Clinical protocols and best practices shared across the system
  • Enhanced recruiting and retention capabilities
  • Group purchasing power through The Resource Group (GPO)
  • Clinical integration through Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network (VHAN)

Network and Academic Affiliations Enhancing Your Practice

HCMC's network of affiliations creates a rich practice environment:

  • Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network (VHAN) for clinically integrated healthcare delivery
  • Ascension Care Management ACO for value-based care initiatives
  • Educational partnerships bringing medical students and PA students through regular rotations
  • Community health education initiatives extending the hospital's mission

For hospitalists seeking to practice in a facility that combines community connection with clinical excellence and system support, Henry County Medical Center offers the ideal setting. You'll have the tools, quality metrics, leadership support, and system resources you need to provide excellent care while enjoying the satisfaction of truly knowing your patients and making a difference in a community that values your expertise.

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