A locum/travel Hospitalist opportunity is open in Knoxville, Tennessee — one of the Southeast's most livable mid-size cities — offering employee status, a generous sign-on bonus, and the full infrastructure support of a nationally recognized hospital medicine organization. This is a strong fit for a Hospitalist seeking schedule flexibility, competitive compensation, and a credentialing-to-bedside pipeline that removes the administrative friction of independent practice.
Perks and Benefits
- Generous sign-on bonus for qualified candidates
- Highly competitive compensation rate
- W-2 employee status — not independent contractor
- Comprehensive health and benefits package
- Free continuing medical education through the in-house CME institute
- Travel, scheduling, and credentialing support provided — no out-of-pocket administrative burden
- Access to a clinician wellness program and a physician referral program
- Leadership development and career growth pathways within a large national organization
Practice Highlights
- Flexible scheduling designed to accommodate travel/locum-style availability
- Practice backed by a national Patient Safety Organization, providing liability and quality-improvement infrastructure
- Stability of an established, large-scale hospital medicine group with a long-standing regional presence
- Access to national subspecialty networks and organizational resources typical of a top-tier hospital medicine enterprise
- Credentialing and onboarding managed centrally, enabling faster time-to-practice at Knoxville-area facilities
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or a recognized Hospitalist pathway
- Completion of an accredited residency in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
- Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility and willingness to obtain licensure prior to start
- Comfort with the full scope of inpatient hospital medicine, including acute medical management and care transitions
About the Community
Knoxville sits at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains — the most visited national park in the country — offering immediate access to hiking, whitewater, and four-season outdoor recreation. The city combines a low cost of living with a vibrant downtown, a strong university presence anchored by the University of Tennessee, and a growing healthcare corridor that makes it one of the more attractive mid-market destinations in the Southeast. Major metro amenities, regional airports, and a family-friendly environment round out a relocation profile that appeals to physicians at every career stage.