<p>A community Emergency Medicine opportunity in Union City, Tennessee is open for physicians seeking a manageable, high-quality practice in Northwest Tennessee. This independent contractor (1099) position covers a community ED seeing approximately 20,000 annual visits — a volume that supports clinical engagement without the burnout pace of a high-acuity urban center. The role welcomes physicians trained in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine, and actively encourages residents and visa-sponsored candidates to apply. Union City sits within easy driving distance of Nashville, Memphis, and Jackson, offering genuine small-town lifestyle with metropolitan access.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Independent contractor (1099) engagement with competitive compensation</li> <li>Sign-on bonus available</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Student loan repayment options available</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>Visa sponsorship supported — visa candidates encouraged to apply</li> <li>Residents transitioning out of training are eligible and welcome</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Community Emergency Department with approximately 20,000 annual ED visits — a manageable, lifestyle-friendly volume</li> <li>Stable coverage model within a supportive clinical environment</li> <li>Broad physician eligibility: Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine-trained physicians all qualify with ED experience</li> <li>Independent contractor structure offering scheduling flexibility</li> <li>Northwest Tennessee regional catchment serving a close-knit community patient population</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine</li> <li>Residency training in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine required</li> <li>Emergency Department clinical experience required</li> <li>Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Tennessee</li> <li>Residents completing training and visa-sponsored candidates are encouraged to apply</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Union City is a charming small-town community in Northwest Tennessee, offering a relaxed pace of life, a low cost of living, and ready access to lakes, parks, and outdoor recreation including fishing, hunting, boating, and water sports. The area blends regional history and culture with natural scenery, and sits within convenient driving distance of Nashville, Memphis, and Jackson — giving physicians the best of both small-town living and metropolitan amenities when desired.</p>