Full-time, Medical Director (MD/DO) - Pikeville, Tennessee
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Job Description
- Job Location: TN, Pikeville - Bledsoe County Correctional Complex - Pikeville, TN
- Position Type: Full-Time
- Education Level: Professional Degree
- Salary Range: Undisclosed
- Job Shift: Day
- Job Category: Medical Physician & Advanced Practice Provider
Centurion Health is proud to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the Tennessee Department of Correction.
We are seeking a full-time Site Medical Director to join our team at Bledsoe County Correctional Complex, located in Pikeville, Tennessee, in the scenic Sequatchie Valley of East Tennessee, approximately 45 miles west of Chattanooga.
Take the lead in delivering quality, patient-centered care while making a meaningful difference in the lives of an underserved population.
As Site Medical Director, you will provide clinical leadership and oversight of medical services, support and mentor fellow providers, and collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary healthcare team.
This is an opportunity to combine hands-on patient care with meaningful physician leadership, clinical decision-making, and the opportunity to shape the delivery of healthcare in a unique correctional medicine setting. Enjoy the beauty of East Tennessee while living and working in the scenic Sequatchie Valley!
Pikeville offers small-town charm, beautiful mountain views, abundant outdoor recreation, and easy access to Chattanooga. Enjoy hiking, fishing, boating, and exploring the natural beauty of the Cumberland Plateau while being part of a community-oriented healthcare team.
Join Centurion Health and experience a rewarding opportunity to lead, serve, and make a lasting impact!.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school Board Certified or Board Eligible in an appropriate specialty Must hold a clean, active, unrestricted Tennessee medical license Current, unrestricted DEA registration Current BLS certification Prior clinical leadership or supervisory experience preferred Correctional healthcare experience is a plus Must be able to successfully complete credentialing and background requirements Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship Available
Schedule
Day shift 4-10 hour shifts or 5-8 hour shifts Monday- Friday We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members, including: Paid call Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Company-paid malpractice insurance Generous paid time off Pet insurance Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more!
Advantages of Working in Correctional Healthcare Ability to spend meaningful time with your patients. No more cancellations or "no-shows"!
Consistent compensation that is not based on patient volume Freedom from complex, restrictive managed care policies and reimbursement hassles Time to initiate change, track progress, and provide better patient follow-up Opportunity to work with a clinically rich and diverse patient population Meaningful physician leadership opportunity with the ability to influence clinical care and provider performance Opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team No requirement to sign employment contracts or non-compete agreements Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings.
Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and brightest healthcare professionals have made us one of the leaders in the correctional healthcare industry.
Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or seeking an opportunity for professional growth and leadership, Centurion Health offers the opportunity to do both. Interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity, contact Tiffany Walden, Provider Recruiter at twalden@teamcenturion.com indmhm
Key Responsibilities
The Site Medical Director provides clinical leadership and oversight of medical services at the correctional facility. They are responsible for mentoring providers, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and delivering quality patient-centered care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree, a clean Tennessee medical license, and current DEA registration. Prior clinical leadership or supervisory experience is preferred, along with the ability to complete credentialing and background checks.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Full-time, Medical Director (MD/DO) - Pikeville, Tennessee at Centurion Health a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Correctional Medicine — ranked against 77 active Correctional Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Correctional Medicine — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.0 / 10 · top 5% in correctional medicine | ranked against 77 Correctional Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All physician listings in Tennessee | 352 active | 22,477 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Tennessee physician listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 5% offer loan repayment352 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Correctional Medicine hiring demand | not ranked this month | postings stay open a median 36 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 21 postings, 33 closed |
| New Correctional Medicine listings | 70 in the last 30 days | 44 the 30 days before (+59%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend (all specialties) | −2.8% 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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