Cardiac Anesthesiologist - Turkey Creek Medical Center - Full Time

AnesthesiologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$600K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

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

Board Certification

Key Skills

Pre-anesthesia EvaluationHemodynamic ManagementClinical InterventionCardiac Surgical ManagementPatient MonitoringMultidisciplinary Collaboration

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).

What does the Anesthesiology market look like in Tennessee?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$600kAnesthesiology median $525k (middle half $475k–$588k)223 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$653k in purchasing powerTennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Anesthesiology listings in Tennessee19 active783 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 78% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$50k sign-on · loan repaymentTennessee Physician listings: 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 6% offer loan repayment345 active listings, Nov 2026
Anesthesiology hiring demand#15 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 53 days · 26% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 184 postings, 184 closed
New Anesthesiology listings290 in the last 30 days275 the 30 days before (+5%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Anesthesiology pay trend−2.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; 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. At the posted ~$600k midpoint, that is roughly $24k–$42k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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<$480k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
70% this job
CME allowance
61% this job
Sign-on bonus
52% this job
Loan repayment
22% this job
Relocation assistance
17%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Below most Anesthesiology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 784 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About North American Partners in Anesthesia

Hospitals and Health Care
Sunrise, Florida
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with 4% Company Match
2% Annual Profit Share
Generous Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

Living in Farragut

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$533k≈ 0.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,940/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
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 · Knoxville, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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