Physician - Nephrology Job in Powell, Tennessee

Nephrologist | Partnership Track | Knoxville, TN (Smoky Mountains Region)

Profession

Physician

Specialty

Nephrology

Job Description

Nephrology Physician Opportunity

North Knoxville Medical Center | Powell, Tennessee

North Knoxville Medical Center is partnering with a well-established, thriving nephrology practice to recruit a Board Certified or Board Eligible Nephrologist to join the team following the retirement of a senior partner. This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a busy practice with a built-in patient base, strong hospital support, and a clear partnership track.

Practice Highlights

Currently 2 Physicians with a goal to grow to 3–4 Physicians
3 experienced Nurse Practitioners providing strong clinical support
Collegial, patient-centered culture with an excellent referral base
Coverage includes:
- 3 hospitals
- Multiple dialysis clinics
- 2 office locations
Call rotation: 1 in 3
Partnership track available after 1 year

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive MGMA-guided compensation model with wRVU incentives
Relocation allowance
401(k) with up to 4% match + profit sharing
Paid health insurance and malpractice coverage
Generous vacation time
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
PTO included

About North Knoxville Medical Center

172-bed full-service hospital with a newly opened patient tower
Level III Trauma Center with a 37-bed Emergency Department
Full complement of services including:
- Robotic surgery
- Interventional cardiology
- Neurology and oncology
- Advanced imaging
Newly designated teaching hospital with an Internal Medicine Residency Program

Lifestyle & Location – Knoxville / Powell, TN

Located at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville offers an exceptional quality of life:

Endless outdoor recreation: hiking, boating, lakes, and mountain views
Live downtown in a loft, lakeside, in the mountains, or on rolling countryside acreage
Family-friendly community with excellent public and private schools
Home to the University of Tennessee, vibrant arts and culture, and a growing tech and research sector
No state income tax — keep more of what you earn
Mild four-season climate and low cost of living
Easy travel:
- ~ 5 hours to the ocean
- Quick day trips to Nashville and other Southeast destinations

This is a rare chance to join a stable, respected nephrology practice with strong institutional support, excellent earning potential, and an unbeatable East Tennessee lifestyle.

Job ID: 48807
Employment Type: Full Time
Accepts J-1 Waivers: Yes
Accepts H-1b Visas: No

Location Description

Surrounded by the unsurpassed natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville, Tennessee is the perfect mix of small town charm and big city fun. The city is filled with great places to work, visit and enjoy. Knoxville is simply the perfect place to call home.

North Knoxville Medical Center sits in the heart of Powell and is a new, state-of-the-art hospital. The medical center features beautiful private patient rooms with dedicated family spaces including a sleep sofa, wireless Internet access and a second TV. Other amenities include meals on demand, decentralized nursing stations, special materials to reduce noise and the most technologically advanced information and communications systems. The hospital operates a 24/7 ER staffed by board certified physicians and adjacent to the building is the Women's Imaging and Cancer Center.

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