Physician

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician at Turn Key Health a 5.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as moderate. This places the position in the average range of all Correctional Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Correctional Medicine position at Turn Key Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

This position is based in Maryville, Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical judgment, Leadership, Patient care, Medical oversight, Treatment planning, Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Correctional Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: Provide direct medical care to the inmate population and supervise Nurse Practitioners. Collaborate with facility staff and TK Health leadership to ensure effective treatment plans.

Benefits package: Flexible Scheduling, No Call. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.