<p>Livingston Regional Hospital is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its emergency department in Livingston, Tennessee — a five-county regional referral hub in central Tennessee serving communities across the Tennessee-Kentucky border. This independent contractor engagement offers 12-hour shifts, a manageable 6-bed ED footprint, and the financial advantage of Tennessee's zero state income tax, making it a compelling opportunity for physicians seeking a community-focused practice with strong lifestyle upside.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on and relocation incentives available</li> <li>Independent contractor (1099) status</li> <li>No Tennessee state income tax</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>6-bed emergency department with 24-hour coverage</li> <li>12-hour physician shifts</li> <li>114-bed full-service acute care hospital, fully accredited by The Joint Commission</li> <li>Level II-A neonatal nursery on campus</li> <li>10-bed gero-psychiatric unit providing behavioral health support</li> <li>Rehabilitative services available on both inpatient and outpatient basis</li> <li>Regional referral catchment spanning five counties across central Tennessee and southern Kentucky</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</li> <li>Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity across a multi-county regional referral population</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Livingston is the seat of Overton County in the Upper Cumberland region of central Tennessee — a scenic, four-season area defined by rolling hills, lakes, and access to the Cumberland River watershed. The region offers a low cost of living, a tight-knit community atmosphere, and proximity to outdoor recreation including Dale Hollow Lake, one of the clearest lakes in the eastern United States. Nashville is approximately two hours to the southwest, providing access to a major metropolitan area while allowing physicians to enjoy a quieter, rural lifestyle day to day.</p>