<p>A high-volume Emergency Medicine opportunity is available in Memphis, Tennessee, joining an established emergency department that sees 49,000 patient visits annually. This is an independent contractor (1099) engagement offering lucrative compensation, a sign-on bonus for full-time commitment, and relocation assistance — a strong package for a physician ready to step into a busy, well-supported practice in one of the Mid-South's most dynamic cities.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Lucrative compensation structure for independent contractors (1099)</li> <li>Sign-on bonus available for full-time physicians</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>Independent contractor (1099) engagement with associated scheduling flexibility</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>49,000 annual ED patient visits — a robust, high-acuity community volume</li> <li>9-hour physician shifts, supporting work-life balance and schedule predictability</li> <li>Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) coverage provided daily, enabling efficient team-based care</li> <li>Medical scribes available on-site, reducing documentation burden (nominal cost to physician)</li> <li>Independent contractor model offering flexibility in scheduling and engagement structure</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine</li> <li>Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Comfort managing the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity at high volume</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Memphis sits on the banks of the Mississippi River in the southwestern corner of Tennessee, offering a rich cultural identity built around world-renowned music, food, and history — from Beale Street blues to the National Civil Rights Museum. The city combines a relatively low cost of living with a diverse arts scene, major professional sports, and easy access to outdoor recreation along the river and in the surrounding Mid-South region. Memphis is home to a strong medical community anchored by major academic and regional health systems, making it an attractive long-term destination for physicians who want urban amenities without the cost of a coastal market.</p>