A compelling locum/travel Emergency Medicine opportunity is available in Knoxville, Tennessee — one of the Southeast's most livable mid-size cities. This 1099 engagement offers top-tier independent contractor compensation paired with a full suite of professional support resources, making it an attractive option for EM physicians seeking flexibility without sacrificing financial or liability protection.
Perks and Benefits
- Top-tier 1099 compensation structure for independent contractor Emergency Medicine physicians
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Access to curated resources for 1099 healthcare insurance, tax planning, and retirement planning
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate preferred block dates and work-life balance
- Paid licensure fees and DEA registration fees covered
Practice Highlights
- Emergency Medicine travel/locum tenens engagement in the Knoxville, Tennessee market
- Independent contractor (1099) model with flexible block scheduling suited to traveling physicians
- Access to a well-established regional EM practice infrastructure supporting seamless onboarding
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility and willingness to obtain
- Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community and regional emergency department acuity
About the Community
Knoxville sits at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee, offering an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, a vibrant downtown food and arts scene, and year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, whitewater paddling, and lake access on the Tennessee River system. The city is home to the University of Tennessee flagship campus, contributing a youthful energy and strong cultural calendar, while its central location within the Southeast provides easy access to Nashville, Atlanta, and Charlotte.