Tennessee State Veterans Home Medical Director - Knoxville
Listed compensation
$69k-$80k
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
TeamHealth is seeking a quality-driven physician to join our post-acute care team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a part-time opportunity (1 day/week) rounding and providing medical directorship at a skilled nursing facility, with excellent support and training, autonomy, and earning potential.
Compensation is fee for service with an estimated compensation range of $68,671 - $79,525 annually and no cap on productivity income potential. Medical directorship roles also include monthly stipends.
In this role, you'll provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population, collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and build meaningful relationships with patients and their families. You will have an opportunity to deliver exceptional care during life's pivotal moments.
Our comprehensive clinical and operational leadership team will support your transition into our medical practice with a comprehensive 3-month onboarding program along with a dedicated clinical field mentor and support from industry leading clinical experts in post-acute medicine. Growth and leadership opportunities within this market are available as well.
Our innovative population health data reports will guide you towards optimal and timely care for our patient population. The medical practice is part of TeamACO, a dedicated long-term Accountable Care Organization participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program for our clinicians, which could result in you receiving a portion of the shared savings if certain criteria are met.
Our Medical Director Leadership Academy (MDLA) will position you for success in quality improvement initiatives, and collaboration with the facility leadership as a valued partner of the team. This educational program is best-in-class and not provided by any other organizations practicing post-acute medicine. Also, medical directorship opportunities could provide a significant increase in your income.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and physical exams
- Develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient needs
- Monitor progress and coordinate care to optimize outcomes
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals in a team approach
- Educate patients and families on health management and preventive strategies
- Maintain accurate, timely medical records in compliance with regulations
Qualifications
- Current physician license (State of TN) and DEA
- Experience in post-acute, acute, ED, or clinic settings preferred, but not required; new grads welcome to apply
- Strong clinical foundation and knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive outlook
Why Join TeamHealth?
- Dedicated night call coverage for work-life balance
- Supportive clinical leadership and multidisciplinary team environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in post-acute patient care
- Strong earning potential with professional growth opportunities
Come join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence while supporting your professional development and personal growth.
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City Caption
A growing city in the Great Smoky Mountains!
City Description
Home to The University of Tennessee and the corporate headquarters of many national companies, Knoxville offers excellent public schools, a low cost of living and no state income tax.
Add to those perks, endless outdoor recreation opportunities, a growing culinary scene, great family entertainment availability and an active music scene that includes the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. With more than 100 miles of greenways and bike trails, Knoxville is the outdoor enthusiast's dream.
Go paddle boarding or kayaking with friends on the Tennessee River or in one of the many local lakes and quarries, or skip over to south Knoxville's Urban Wilderness for paved and off-road biking trails.
For those looking for a challenge, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just an hour away with access to the famous Appalachian Trail! Outdoor activities, however, are just part of the fun this city offers. Its growing downtown area features restaurants, shopping, pubs and much more.
Stop by the vintage Phoenix Pharmacy and Fountain for root beer floats or sundaes, go bowling at Maple Hall where you can enjoy delicious cocktails and appetizers, or eat at one of the many regionally recognized restaurants.
This mid-sized city has much to explore and offers easy access to other large cities like Chattanooga, Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta and Lexington.
Job Benefits
- 401(k)
- Professional liability insurance
- Access to more than 300 CME/CE offerings in TeamHealth's My Learning
- Ability to commute/relocate: Knoxville, TN (required)
- Work location: in-person
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Tennessee State Veterans Home Medical Director - Knoxville at Team Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 22,355 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc.
Post-Acute Care — Physician Career Context
Of the 36 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 92% have no call, 75% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in physician roles | ranked against 22,355 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $537k (middle half $315k–$588k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physician listings in Tennessee | 363 active | 22,586 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 92% no call · 75% no weekends36 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Tennessee Physician listings: 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 5% offer loan repayment363 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend | −3.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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