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.
Henry County Medical Center's commitment to excellence is reflected in impressive quality metrics that will give you confidence in your practice environment:
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.
The hospital offers an impressive range of services for a community facility, handling over 19,600 ER visits annually:
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.
As the cornerstone of healthcare in Henry County and surrounding communities, HCMC serves a distinct geographic region:
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.
HCMC invests in technology that enhances your ability to deliver quality care:
You'll practice with tools and systems that support clinical excellence without the technology overwhelming the human aspect of care.
The hospital benefits from experienced leadership committed to supporting clinical excellence:
This leadership team understands the importance of supporting hospitalists and maintaining a positive practice environment.
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:
As part of West Tennessee Healthcare, HCMC offers you the best of both worlds - community hospital practice with system support:
HCMC's network of affiliations creates a rich practice environment:
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.