Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Turkey Creek Medical Center - Full Time
Listed compensation
$600K
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Job Description
Position
Requirements
Description Conveniently located in the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee, Turkey Creek Medical Center offers a comprehensive range of services as part of Tennova Healthcare, one of the state's largest healthcare networks.
The facility features a 24/7 emergency department, intensive care unit, advanced surgical suites, and a dedicated Heart Hospital. The adjacent Tennova Surgery Center West includes four fully equipped operating rooms and two advanced endoscopy suites, providing a robust and diverse clinical environment.
This opportunity is ideal for a fellowship-trained Cardiac Anesthesiologist seeking a collaborative practice with a strong cardiovascular program, excellent work-life balance, and highly competitive compensation.
Responsibilities Provide comprehensive perioperative anesthesia care Conduct pre-anesthesia evaluations and assessments Obtain and/or verify informed patient consent Discuss anesthetic options, risks, and expected outcomes with patients and families Perform induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia Monitor patients' physiological status throughout procedures Manage hemodynamic and clinical interventions as necessary Collaborate closely with surgeons, proceduralists, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes
Requirements
M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school Completion of an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology Residency Completion of an ACGME-accredited Cardiac Anesthesiology Fellowship Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted Tennessee medical license Demonstrated expertise in the perioperative management of complex cardiac surgical patients ECFMG certification (if applicable) Knoxville, Tennessee Founded in 1791, Knoxville serves as the gateway to East Tennessee and offers an exceptional quality of life.
Consistently recognized for its affordability, outdoor recreation, and vibrant culture, Knoxville combines the amenities of a growing city with easy access to the natural beauty of the Appalachian region.
Located just minutes from beautiful lakes, scenic hiking trails, and a vibrant downtown, Knoxville offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy a low cost of living, no state income tax, excellent schools, and convenient access to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Total Rewards Competitive Compensation $600,000 Annual Base Salary $50,000 Sign-On Bonus Additional incentive opportunities available Retirement Benefits 401(k) with 4% Company Match 2% Annual Profit Share Contribution through NAPA's Retirement Program Comprehensive
Benefits
Package Generous paid time off Health, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Fully paid malpractice insurance coverage CME allowance and professional development support Leadership and career advancement opportunities Training assistance and loan repayment programs where applicable Join a highly respected cardiovascular anesthesia team at Turkey Creek Medical Center and enjoy the opportunity to practice at the top of your specialty while living in one of the most desirable cities in the Southeast.
EEO Statement North American Partners in Anesthesia is an equal opportunity employer. North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) has evolved through more than 30 years to become a leader in anesthesia and perioperative services.
Single specialty and clinician led, we remain committed to our mission of delivering exceptional patient experiences, every day. At NAPA, we cultivate leaders, promote work-life balance, and celebrate diversity. We know your success promotes our success, and we give you the tools and programs to achieve your goals.
With flexibility, a collegial and collaborative environment, a wide range of market-leading benefits, and career opportunities from coast-to-coast, your future is waiting at NAPA.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive perioperative anesthesia care, including pre-anesthesia evaluations and the management of induction, maintenance, and emergence. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes for complex cardiac surgical patients.
Requirements
Requires an M.D. or D.O. degree with completion of ACGME-accredited residency in Anesthesiology and a fellowship in Cardiac Anesthesiology. Must be Board Certified or Eligible and hold or be eligible for a Tennessee medical license.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Anesthesiology — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Anesthesiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 78% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$600k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $653k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $600k | Anesthesiology median $525k (middle half $475k–$588k)223 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$653k in purchasing power | Tennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Anesthesiology listings in Tennessee | 19 active | 783 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 8% remote · 78% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $50k sign-on · loan repayment | Tennessee Physician listings: 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 6% offer loan repayment345 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Anesthesiology hiring demand | #15 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 53 days · 26% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 184 postings, 184 closed |
| New Anesthesiology listings | 290 in the last 30 days | 275 the 30 days before (+5%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Anesthesiology pay trend | −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. At the posted ~$600k midpoint, that is roughly $24k–$42k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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