A community emergency department in Jefferson City, Tennessee is seeking a physician to serve as Emergency Medicine Medical Director — a dual clinical-and-administrative role that combines hands-on patient care with departmental leadership. Jefferson City sits in the foothills of East Tennessee, offering an exceptional quality of life alongside a stable, well-supported practice environment. The position is structured as an independent contractor (1099) engagement with a competitive administrative stipend layered on top of the clinical rate, making the total compensation package meaningfully stronger than a straight clinical role.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive administrative stipend in addition to clinical compensation rate
- Signing bonus provided at hire
- Relocation reimbursement available
- Independent contractor (1099) engagement
- Access to CME resources and professional development tools through a dedicated physician education institute
- Structured leadership development programming including Leadership Education and Development (LEAD), Coach Development Academy (CDA), and National Medical Leadership Conference (NMLC)
- Clinician wellness program access
Practice Highlights
- Dual role: Medical Director responsibilities combined with ongoing clinical shifts in the emergency department
- Medical Director accountable for departmental quality, physician performance, and operational leadership
- Backed by the infrastructure and stability of a nationally recognized emergency medicine practice organization
- Access to a broad network of emergency medicine peers and subspecialty leadership resources
- Leadership development pathway supported at the regional and national level through formal programs
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Prior emergency department leadership experience preferred for a Medical Director role
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity
About the Community
Jefferson City is a small, welcoming city in Jefferson County, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee. The region offers an outstanding outdoor lifestyle — Cherokee Lake, the Appalachian Trail, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park are all within easy reach — alongside a low cost of living, strong public schools, and a genuine sense of community. Knoxville is approximately 30 miles to the southwest, providing access to a major university city, regional airport, and full urban amenities while allowing physicians to live and work in a quieter, scenic setting.