A full-time travel Emergency Medicine physician opportunity in Knoxville, Tennessee — one of the Southeast's most livable mid-size cities. This engagement offers the financial upside and scheduling flexibility of locum tenens work paired with the operational stability, malpractice protection, and institutional support of a large, nationally integrated emergency medicine organization. Guaranteed hourly compensation and a generous sign-on bonus make this a compelling alternative to traditional locum arrangements.
Perks and Benefits
- Guaranteed hourly compensation — competitive with locum tenens market rates, without the instability of per-diem placement
- Generous sign-on bonus
- Blocked time off structure designed to support enhanced work/life balance
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Free CME through a dedicated physician education institute
- Well-being concierge program including the Grokker App covering fitness, nutrition, mental health, sleep, and financial wellness — extended to two family members or friends
- Membership in a nationally recognized Patient Safety Organization
Practice Highlights
- Travel physician model — consistent, recurring work at established emergency medicine sites rather than one-off locum placements
- Operationally integrated sites where the employing organization holds direct responsibility for clinical operations, staffing, and quality
- Physician is insured and operationally supported by the same organization — eliminating the coverage gaps common in traditional locum arrangements
- Access to a broad network of emergency medicine sites across the Knoxville, Tennessee market
- Backed by one of the largest emergency medicine practice management organizations in the United States, with deep subspecialty and administrative infrastructure
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with the full acuity spectrum of a community and regional emergency department environment
About the Community
Knoxville sits at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains — the most visited national park in the country — and offers a rare combination of outdoor recreation, a vibrant downtown food and arts scene, and a cost of living well below comparable Southeast metros. The University of Tennessee anchors a young, educated population and a strong collegiate sports culture, while easy access to Asheville, Nashville, and Atlanta makes Knoxville a genuinely connected regional hub. Families benefit from highly regarded public and private school options across Knox County, and the region's four-season climate draws clinicians who want both adventure and roots.