A locum/travel Emergency Medicine physician opportunity is available in Knoxville, Tennessee — one of the Southeast's most livable mid-size cities. This position offers a competitive compensation package with a sign-on bonus, annual retention bonus, and the significant financial advantage of Tennessee's zero state income tax. The role is structured to support strong work/life balance within a collegial, high-caliber medical staff environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive hourly or shift rate commensurate with travel/locum EM market standards
- Sign-on bonus included with placement
- Annual retention bonus for continued commitment
- No Tennessee state income tax — a meaningful take-home pay advantage
- Paid professional liability insurance coverage standard for travel engagement
- Scheduling structure designed to support outstanding work/life balance
Practice Highlights
- Emergency Medicine practice setting in Knoxville, Tennessee
- Collegial, high-caliber medical staff with a collaborative culture
- Schedule structured to deliver genuine work/life balance — shift-based coverage model typical of travel EM placements
- Regional referral catchment serving Knoxville and the broader East Tennessee corridor
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility and willingness to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community and regional ED acuity
About the Community
Knoxville sits at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains — the most visited national park in the United States — and offers a compelling blend of outdoor recreation, a vibrant downtown food and arts scene, and a cost of living well below national averages. The city is home to the University of Tennessee flagship campus, providing cultural programming, Division I athletics, and a young, energetic population. With no state income tax, affordable housing, and easy access to both mountain and lake recreation, Knoxville consistently ranks among the most attractive mid-size cities in the South for professionals relocating from higher cost-of-living markets.