Internal Medicine Hospitalist

We Are Hiring

Location: Sparta, Tennessee

Facility Name: Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands

Schedule: Full-Time

Sign-on bonus: $25,000

Productivity incentives: Base plus RVU and Quality bonuses

CME Allowance: of up to $4000 per year

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This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type."(only for Physician positions)

What You Will Do

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 Hospitalist team
• Practice setting: Inpatient program
• Employed position with a nonprofit health system
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal or Family Medicine
• Eligible for Tennessee medical licensure and DEA registration

• Lead daily clinical rounds with a focused patient load of 10–14 individuals, allowing you the time to provide high-touch, quality care and thorough bedside evaluations.

• Manage the continuum of care through an efficient 7-on/7-off schedule, taking ownership of patient outcomes during your week on while enjoying a true disconnect during your week off.

About the Facility

• 36-bed hospital
• Serving a population of approximately (27,000 population)
• 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 You Will 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. KY License also required if working in a Kentucky facility.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Visa Eligibility

None

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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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.

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Why Join Our Team?

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ 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

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

 

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.