Cardiothoracic Surgery Position in Knoxville, TN - Near the Great Smoky Mountains

Turkey Creek Medical Center, part of Tennova Healthcare, a five-hospital network in East Tennessee based in Knoxville, TN, seeks BE/BC experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a well-respected, busy practice to replace a physician.

• Employed Position with a Hospital Based Clinic
• Inpatient / Outpatient Mix
• Accomplished cardiovascular surgery team and dedicated step down unit to serve recovering patients
• Anesthesia coverage is provided by third party (Mednax)
• Hospital base service line at Turkey Creek Medical Center
• OR is well equipped with 11 Suites, 4 Endo rooms, and 1 Cysto - 2 Heart Rooms
• Fully competent Heart Team in the OR
• OR Time is scheduled either block utilization or first come first serve on open times in the OR

Comprehensive Package that may include all of the following:

• Competitive Salary based on the MGMA guidelines
• Incentive Bonus based on WRVUs
• Commencement/Signing bonus
• Medical Education Debt Assistance
• Relocation Expenses
• CME, Licensure, Dues, Subscriptions
• Vacation, Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Tennova Healthcare is a five-hospital network in East Tennessee based in Knoxville. Conveniently located in the fastest growing areas of the county, Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center (101 beds) serves the residents of West Knoxville and surrounding counties. Our full-service hospital features a 24/7 Emergency Room, the Tennova Heart Institute, state-of-the-art da Vinci robotic surgical system, and 3D MRI. We also have a newly expanded intensive care unit with monitored bed capability.

Knoxville is in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is home to the University of Tennessee, Tennessee Valley Authority, and close to a National Lab and high-tech industry. Perfect for those loving the outdoors. With a population of approx. 600K, the city also has many cultural opportunities. The Knox County school system is very strong with excellent private school options as well. With low crime, mild weather, and no state income tax, Knoxville is a great place to raise a family and grow a practice.

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