Starr Regional Medical Center in Etowah, Tennessee is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician to join its established emergency medicine program at a Joint Commission-accredited, two-hospital regional health system. Formed through the merger of Athens Regional Medical Center and Woods Memorial Hospital, Starr Regional pools shared resources to deliver an elevated level of acute care to the surrounding region. The system's cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program holds AACVPR certification — a marker of institutional commitment to clinical quality and outcomes — and the emergency medicine role offers genuine leadership pathways alongside clinical variety.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive physician compensation with a stable, employed-model structure
- Leadership opportunities within the emergency medicine program
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Membership in a national Patient Safety Organization, providing peer-protected quality improvement infrastructure
- Collaborative, team-oriented practice environment with institutional stability
Practice Highlights
- Joint Commission-accredited acute care system operating across two campuses — Athens Regional Medical Center and Woods Memorial Hospital
- Shared-resource model between campuses expands available service lines and subspecialty support for emergency patients
- AACVPR-certified cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program reflecting a system-wide culture of clinical excellence and quality standards
- Unique clinical challenges supporting ongoing skill development across the full spectrum of community emergency medicine acuity
- Emphasis on collaboration and teamwork within the emergency medicine group
- Regional referral catchment serving the communities of Etowah, Athens, and the broader McMinn County area of East Tennessee
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Tennessee medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full acuity range of a community-based regional emergency department
- Interest in leadership development and quality improvement participation
About the Community
Etowah is a small city in McMinn County in the foothills of East Tennessee, situated between Chattanooga and Knoxville — placing physicians within easy reach of two major metros while enjoying a distinctly lower cost of living and a relaxed pace of life. The region is defined by the Cherokee National Forest, the Hiwassee and Ocoee rivers, and the broader Tennessee River Valley, offering exceptional outdoor recreation including whitewater paddling, hiking, fishing, and lake access year-round. East Tennessee's strong sense of community, affordable housing, and highly regarded regional school systems make it a compelling destination for physicians seeking quality of life alongside meaningful clinical work.