Clinician Jobs in Tennessee
Clinician jobs in Tennessee are in strong demand, concentrated in behavioral health, community health, and primary care settings across hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and outpatient practices. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville anchor the largest share of openings, with established employers such as Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, and Community Health Systems consistently recruiting at both entry and advanced levels. The most in-demand specialties right now are mental health, substance use treatment, and pediatric care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Ranked one of Tennesseeās top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals.
Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) was formed in 1993 to serve individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, we have expanded our services to children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee.
Our sole purpose is to support and treat those challenged with serious mental illness and poverty. Although based out of Nashville, we serve several communities across middle and East Tennessee with satellite offices in Antioch, Gallatin, Dickson, Columbia, Cleveland, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga, and Memphis.
If you are interested in joining a team that is caring, collaborative, innovative and energizing this might be a great place for you!
Position Summary: To perform a combination of behavioral health clinical responsibilities, with a primary focus on enrollment assessments to MHC services. Will be responsible for conducting therapy with Consumers as needed.
Schedule: 11:30 AM to 8 PM, Monday-Friday
Location: This is a remote position, after training onsite/onboarding onsite, the clinician can work remotely.
Position Responsibilities:
- Perform enrollment process for individuals who have been referred to MHC, evaluating needs for all service lines (Care Management, Medication Management, Therapy).
- Complete all enrollment assessment documentation to organizational standards.
- Disposition Consumer to appropriate external resources for other mental health services when ineligible for MHC services.
- Identify individuals that are in need of crisis services rather than a routine intake. If appropriate, facilitate crisis intervention.
- Assist in resolving any grievance received from a consumer regarding referral.
- Provide quick access to care via high responsiveness and proactive engagement to eligible individuals and referral partners.
- Utilize Intake Committee for all Consumers who meet criteria who have a history of violence, sexual crimes or serious criminal activity. Contact Consumer with decision.
- Engage in therapy with Consumers experiencing serious and persistent mental illness, serious emotional disturbances, substance abuse, suicidality, relationship issues, and other stressors.
- Utilize evidence based therapeutic modalities to counsel Consumers and their supports, via individual, parent/caregiver, and group sessions, to assist in overcoming challenges, utilizing coping skills, and improving outcomes.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with Consumers based on clinical experience and knowledge.
- Learn about new developments in their field by reading professional literature, attending courses and seminars, establishing and maintaining contact with other community partners.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and Consumersā progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.
- Refer Consumers or family members to community resources or to specialists as necessary.
- Meet with families, clinic providers, care managers and other team members to collaborate on Consumer goals and improve their outcomes.
- Collaborate with other staff members, primary care practice partners including pediatricians, doctors, nurse practitioners, office staff, and referral sources as assigned to perform clinical assessments and develop treatment plans. Meet productivity standards as indicated by department goals.
Other Responsibilities:
- Responsible for attending all mandatory in-services, continuing education and annual health requirements
- Comply with all Corporate Compliance policies, practices and procedures
Report all unethical activities to supervisor, Corporate Compliance Office, Values Hotline number or Human Resource Director
- Comply with all OSHA and safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe practices or accidents to supervisor, Safety Supervisor and/or OSHA Coordinator
- Will be compliant with the relevant regulations concerning the privacy and security of consumerās protected health information (PHI) as established by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill
- Follow all policies and procedures set by the Agency
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Masterās degree (M.A., M.S.) in Mental Health field Licensed or License-eligible with either with LPC/MHSP, LCSW or LMFT in the state of TN.
Essential Requirements for the Position:
- Valid Tennessee Driverās License
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
- Acceptable Criminal Background Investigation Personal Automobile Insurance
Core Competencies:
Team Oriented
- Assist teammates as needed
- Collaborative
- Creates and maintains a climate in which teammates want to do their best
Recovery Focused
- Individualized care delivery
- Progress notes reflect quality service
- Tolerance/patience to work through barriers
- Side by side philosophy
Time Management/Organization
- Meet deadlines
- Prepared for meetings
- Documentation is completed timely
- Plan for time off
- Prioritize well
- Self-Disciplined & Initiative
- Flexible
Integrity and Trust
- Honesty
- Professionalism
- Dependability
- Strong follow-through
Approachability
- Engagement skills
- Crisis management skills
- Ability to give and accept feedback
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Good listener
Innovative
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
BENEFITS: Mental Health Cooperative offers a full comprehensive beneļ¬t plan for you to participate in. The following products are available:
- Medical Insurance/Prescription Drug Coverage
- Health Savings Account
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Cancer & Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- 403b - Retirement Plan
- Calm App for medication and mental health
- Gym membership discounts Pet Insurance
Mental Health Cooperative embraces inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Mental Health Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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Clinician Job Market in Tennessee
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Who's Hiring
- TeamHealth18

- Vanderbilt Health6

- Optum5

- McNabb Center5

- Mental Health Cooperative4

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinician jobs across Tennessee.
- Active Tennessee clinical license issued or recognized by the Tennessee Department of Health
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a directly related clinical field
- Experience providing direct patient care in a clinical or community health setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Ability to meet documentation and compliance standards required by Tennessee Medicaid
- Current CPR certification and clearance through a Tennessee background check
Clinician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinician in Tennessee?
The path depends on your clinical discipline, but most licensed clinician roles in Tennessee require a graduate degree and a credential issued through the Tennessee Department of Health or a related board such as the Tennessee Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, Marital and Family Therapists, and Licensed Pastoral Therapists. After completing your degree, you apply for licensure, pass the required national exam, and satisfy supervised hours requirements before practicing independently. Employers in Tennessee typically verify licensure through the state's online license verification portal before extending an offer.
Which companies hire clinicians in Tennessee?
Companies currently hiring clinicians in Tennessee include TeamHealth, Vanderbilt Health, and Optum, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Tennessee's dense concentration of nonprofit health systems, federally qualified health centers, and state-contracted behavioral health organizations means hiring activity stays consistent across the year.
Which Tennessee cities have the most clinician jobs?
Nashville, Knoxville, and Memphis have the most clinician openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because of its large hospital systems, the state government health agencies headquartered there, and a growing outpatient behavioral health sector, while Memphis and Knoxville generate steady demand through regional medical centers and community health networks that serve large uninsured and underserved populations.
Are there remote clinician jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical roles by nature involve direct patient contact, so most Tennessee positions are fully on-site. About 33% of clinician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the roles most likely to qualify are telehealth case management, utilization review, and phone-based crisis counseling positions where documentation and consultation can be handled without in-person visits.
How can I get hired as a clinician in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a supervised associate-level position that counts toward your full licensure hours. Vanderbilt Health, Centerstone, and Cherokee Health Systems in Tennessee all hire associate-licensed clinicians and provide structured supervision toward independent licensure. Look for titles such as licensed professional counselor associate, clinical case manager, or behavioral health technician as starting points. Having your associate license from the Tennessee Department of Health in hand before applying gives you a clear advantage over candidates who are still pending credentialing.
Where can I find and apply to clinician jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to clinician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.
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