Physician Jobs in Tennessee
Physician jobs in Tennessee are open across Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, OneOncology, and The University of Tennessee Health Science Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
We Are Hiring:
- Specialty: Physician, Vascular Surgery
- Schedule: Full time
- Practice Detail: Growing specialty surgery practice adding a vascular surgeon.
- EMR System: Athena outpatient; Cerner inpatient
- Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital
- Location: Murfreesboro, TN
- This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You Will Do:
Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners is seeking a vascular surgeon to join our growing practice.
About Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
- With 407 beds, this regional referral center features a modern facility built in 2010 and a newly-renovated 16 operating room suite.
- The hospital is centrally located in the fastest growing county in the state of Tennessee on a beautiful 68-acre campus on the bustling “Medical Center Parkway” corridor with convenient access to dining and shopping areas.
- The hospital campus is currently undergoing a $110M expansion project, which includes the addition of 36 new high acuity beds, a parking garage dedicated to hospital employees and physicians, 18 new critical care unit beds, six additional NICU bassinets, 17 new post-surgery bays.
- The hospital is well known in the community for its women’s services and well-established heart surgery program.
- Saint Thomas Health and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) have an established partnership in Middle Tennessee for training medical residents in a variety of specialties including internal medicine, family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and general surgery.
About Murfreesboro
- One of the nation’s fastest growing population centers.
- Offers top schools and a wide range of housing options.
- Quick access to the amenities of metropolitan living including fine dining, live music.
- Home to Middle Tennessee State University.
- Multiple nearby lakes and trails.
About Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners
For nearly 20 years, Saint Thomas Medical Partners has provided primary and specialty care to the community spanning 45 counties in Middle Tennessee, and provides care to over 315,000 patients annually. One of the largest healthcare providers in the state, offering rewarding careers across 50 specialties in 16 hospital campuses and more than 250 sites of care through a comprehensive network of affiliated joint ventures, medical practices, clinics, and rehabilitation facilities. Our physician-led clinical teams include physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and medical assistants working together to provide seamless care among more than 2,000 affiliated providers.
When you join Saint Thomas Medical Partners, you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Will Need:
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Licensure / Certification / Registration: Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
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Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Preferences:
- No additional preferences.
VISA ELIGIBILITY
None.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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.
FRAUD PREVENTION NOTICE
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-VERIFY STATEMENT
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
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 97,000+ 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 plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways 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.
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Physician Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital51

- OneOncology37

- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center37

- Ascension29

- Alsac/St. Jude Children'S Research Hospital16

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services213
- Education50
- Non-Profit & Social Services34
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals13
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physician jobs across Tennessee.
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
- Active and unrestricted state medical license in the state of practice
- Board certification or board eligibility in the relevant specialty
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program
- DEA registration and current BLS or ACLS certification
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Physician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many physician jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 275+ physician openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
Which Tennessee cities have the most physician jobs?
Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville have the most physician openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire physicians in Tennessee?
Employers hiring physicians in Tennessee include St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, OneOncology, and The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote physician jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 4% of physician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for physician jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to physician jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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