Riverview Regional Medical Center in Carthage, Tennessee is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its 24-hour emergency department at a 25-bed critical access hospital serving Smith County and the surrounding region. The facility holds Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care and is part of the HighPoint Health System, offering a stable, well-supported practice environment with an established ED medical director and independent contractor flexibility.
Perks and Benefits
- Signing bonus available for full-time commitments
- Independent contractor (1099) status
- Company-paid professional liability insurance including tail coverage
- CME benefits through the TeamHealth Institute
- Concierge service support for clinicians
- Immigration specialist support available for J-1 visa physicians
- Secure, flexible scheduling accommodating a range of availability preferences
Practice Highlights
- 24-hour emergency department with round-the-clock coverage at a critical access hospital
- 24-hour shift structure providing predictable, block-style scheduling
- 25-bed critical access hospital delivering general medical and surgical care, emergency services, skilled nursing, psychiatric services, and geriatric care
- Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care — reflecting a structured, protocol-driven approach to acute cardiac presentations
- Established, communicative ED medical director providing strong on-the-ground leadership and support
- Part of HighPoint Health System, offering the resources and stability of a regional health network
- Serves Smith County and surrounding counties as the primary emergency and acute care resource for the region
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
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community and critical access ED acuity, including acute cardiac presentations
- J-1 visa holders welcome — immigration specialist support provided
About the Community
Carthage is a small, close-knit county seat situated along the Cumberland River in Middle Tennessee, offering a low cost of living, a relaxed pace, and genuine community connection. The region provides easy access to outdoor recreation including river activities, rolling hills, and state parks, while Nashville — one of the country's fastest-growing cities — lies roughly an hour to the west, putting world-class dining, entertainment, and a major international airport within comfortable reach. For physicians seeking a meaningful rural practice without sacrificing proximity to urban amenities, Carthage represents a compelling balance.