General Cardiologist
Compensation
Pay not disclosed
- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- No call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Facility Name: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital
Schedule: Full-Time
CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
Join an established team of 11 physicians and 6 APPs
Practice setting: Outpatient cardiology
Access to established cardiovascular services with state of the art patient rooms and facilities; outstanding surgical support with robotic surgery capability
Employed position within a nonprofit health system
Board Certified or Board Eligible in cardiology
Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
About the Facility
411 bed hospital
Serving a population of approximately 350,000
Integrated referral network
Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
Physician-led, collaborative culture
Long-term practice stability
National network with local autonomy
Mission-centered care rooted in service
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
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Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide outpatient cardiology services as part of an established team of 11 physicians and 6 APPs. They will utilize the hospital's robust referral network and state-of-the-art cardiovascular facilities to deliver high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in cardiology. Additionally, they must be eligible for Tennessee state medical licensure and DEA registration.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Cardiologist at Ascension a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Cardiology — ranked against 489 active Cardiology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Cardiology — Physician Career Context
Of the 35 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 63% have no call, 26% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 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).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
6.1/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Cardiology — ranked against 489 active roles in this specialty
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