A well-compensated independent contractor Emergency Medicine opportunity is open in Crossville, Tennessee — a scenic Cumberland Plateau community roughly midway between Nashville and Knoxville. The position offers an elite hourly rate, an enhanced signing incentive, and student loan repayment options, making it a strong financial package for EM physicians seeking flexibility without the overhead of employment.
Perks and Benefits
- Elite hourly rate — top-tier compensation for the region
- Enhanced signing incentive for qualified candidates
- Student loan repayment options available
- Independent contractor (1099) engagement
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance and out-of-state physicians
- No Tennessee state income tax — a meaningful take-home pay advantage
Practice Highlights
- Emergency Medicine practice in Crossville, TN — a growing regional community on the Cumberland Plateau
- Independent contractor model affords scheduling autonomy and block-scheduling compatibility
- Community emergency department serving the medical needs of Cumberland County and surrounding rural catchment area
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Tennessee
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity
About the Community
Crossville sits atop the Cumberland Plateau at roughly 1,800 feet elevation, offering a temperate four-season climate, abundant outdoor recreation, and a low cost of living that stretches a physician's income considerably further than in major metro markets. The area is known for its golf courses, state parks, and proximity to the Obed Wild and Scenic River, while Interstate 40 places both Nashville and Knoxville within approximately 90 minutes — giving residents easy access to major-city amenities without the urban cost or pace.