A 505-bed Level III trauma center in Kingsport, Tennessee is seeking a full-time BC/BE Neurohospitalist for an inpatient-only opportunity. The hospital is a recognized Primary Stroke Center and offers a well-established neurological program with advanced clinical resources and APP support.
Position Highlights
7 days on / 7 days off schedule
24-hour coverage consisting of 12-hour onsite day coverage and 12-hour telephonic coverage
Inpatient-only practice
Average patient volume of 12-15 patients, including consults
Cover inpatient stroke and general neurology
Consults include ICU, general medical floors, and Emergency Department
Read routine and prolonged EEGs
Nurse Practitioner support
Epic EMR system
Employed position
Primary Stroke Center
505-bed Level III trauma center
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive guaranteed base salary
Aggressive signing incentive
Relocation assistance
Negotiable loan assistance
Annual CME allowance and CME days
Retirement savings options
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short
and long-term disability coverage
Supplemental and dependent life insurance
J-1 visa candidates accepted
Community
Kingsport offers a family-friendly setting in Northeast Tennessee with excellent schools, access to higher education, and extensive outdoor recreation.
No Tennessee state income tax
Approximately 90 minutes from Asheville and the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area
Access to three large lakes
Hiking, biking, golf, skiing, fishing, camping, boating, and kayaking
Regional airport with connections to major international hubs
Excellent public and private school options
Qualifications
MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
Comfortable managing inpatient stroke and general neurology patients
Ability to provide ICU, medical floor, and Emergency Department consultations