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Cleveland, Tennessee

Tennessee State Veterans Home Medical Director - Cleveland

Post-Acute CareIncludes callPart-Time

Listed compensation

$69k-$80k

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Job Description

TeamHealth is seeking a quality-driven physician to join our post-acute care team in Cleveland, 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

Cleveland, Tennessee

City Description

Nestled between Chattanooga and the scenic Appalachian foothills, Cleveland, Tennessee, is a location where small-town charm meets modern convenience and outdoor adventure with nearby trails for hiking, biking, and more.

Enjoy a relaxed pace of living and affordability, while benefiting from convenient access to regional attractions.

Whether you prefer to spend your time exploring local shops and restaurants, getting outside to take in the picturesque surroundings, or being a part of community events and building connections, you'll find it all in Cleveland, Tennessee.

Job Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Access to more than 300 CME/CE offerings in TeamHealth's My Learning
  • Ability to commute/relocate: Cleveland, TN (required)
  • Work location: in-person

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedical History TakingPhysical ExaminationIndividualized Care PlanningCare CoordinationProgress MonitoringPatient and Family EducationMedical RecordkeepingRegulatory ComplianceClinical CommunicationInterdisciplinary Collaboration

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).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPhysician median $537k (middle half $315k–$588k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Tennessee363 active22,586 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 92% no call · 75% no weekends36 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee 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
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Post-Acute Care Jobs

33 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

31 jobs · 8 employers
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<$355k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 8 employers
401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
17%
CME allowance
10% this job
Relocation assistance
10%
Visa sponsorship
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Physician roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,355 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call
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About Team Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Knoxville, TN
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k)
Professional liability insurance
Access to more than 300 CME/CE offerings
Dedicated night call coverage
Medical directorship monthly stipends
3-month onboarding program
Dedicated clinical field mentor

Living in Cleveland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$321k
Typical market rent
$1,406/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Cleveland, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.