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TN State Veterans Home - Murfreesboro FT Medical Director

Post-Acute CareIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$285k-$335k

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Job Description

TeamHealth is seeking a quality-driven physician to join our post-acute care team in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This is a full-time opportunity (5 days/week) rounding and providing medical directorship in a skilled nursing facility, with excellent support and training, autonomy, and earning potential.

Compensation is fee for service with an estimated compensation range of $285,080 to $335,216 annually with 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

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

City Description

Situated just southeast of Nashville, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, is a growing location that features a friendly and welcoming community. Known for an affordable cost of living in close proximity to larger metropolitan amenities, Murfreesboro offers a comfortable balance of suburban living and urban convenience.

If you enjoy outdoor recreation, opportunities for walking, biking, kayaking, fishing, and more are always nearby! Just a short drive away, you can easily experience Nashville's entertainment scene with dining, sports, and live music. There's something for everyone in Murfreesboro.

Job Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental, health, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Flex time off
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Access to more than 300 CME/CE offerings in TeamHealth's My Learning
  • Ability to commute/relocate: Murfreesboro, TN (required)
  • Work location: in-person

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Comprehensive Patient AssessmentMedical History TakingPhysical ExaminationIndividualized Care PlanningCare CoordinationPatient MonitoringClinical CollaborationPatient and Family EducationMedical RecordkeepingRegulatory ComplianceTeamwork

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates TN State Veterans Home - Murfreesboro FT Medical Director 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 22,616 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Post-Acute Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 93% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.1 / 10 · above average in physician rolesranked against 22,616 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$285k–$335kPhysician median $537k (middle half $315k–$588k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$337k in purchasing powerTennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Tennessee408 active22,660 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 93% no call · 78% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee Physician listings: 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 5% offer loan repayment408 active listings, Oct 2026
Physician pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,616 Physician roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 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. At the posted ~$310k midpoint, that is roughly $12k–$22k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Post-Acute Care Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

38 jobs · 9 employers
6
<$340k
27
$350k
1
$415k
0
$420k-460k
4
$460k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

38 jobs · 9 employers
401k / retirement match
87% this job
Sign-on bonus
16%
CME allowance
11% this job
Loan repayment
5%
Relocation assistance
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.1
Better work-life than 60% of Physician roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,616 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)
Dental, health, and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Flex time off
Professional liability insurance
CME/CE offerings
Medical directorship stipend

Living in Murfreesboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$389k≈ 1.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,679/mo≈ 7% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.3
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 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.