Primary Care Physician Jobs in Tennessee
Primary Care Physician jobs in Tennessee are in strong and consistent demand, with openings concentrated across independent family medicine practices, federally qualified health centers, and large integrated hospital systems serving patients at every experience level from newly licensed physicians through senior attendings. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville anchor most of the hiring, and established systems like Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Community Health Systems, and HCA Healthcare maintain a steady presence across the state. The most sought-after focus areas are family medicine, internal medicine, and geriatric primary care, reflecting Tennessee's growing and aging rural and suburban populations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Value-Based Primary Care | 12–15 Patients Per Day
Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth's LinkedIn
Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.
Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Primary Care Physician to provide preventive primary care for adults 65+, with a focus on Medicare Advantage, chronic disease management, and preventive care. Physicians see approximately 12–15 patients per day with 20–40 minute visits. Value-Based Care experience is welcomed but is not required; training is provided.
POSITION OVERVIEW
- Adult 65+ patient population
- Majority Medicare Advantage
- Chronic disease and preventive care focus
- Approximately 12–15 patients per day
- 20–40 minute patient visits
- No RVU pressure
- Integrated care team including NP/PA, Medical Assistants, Social Workers, lab and pharmacy support, and referral coordination
COMPENSATION
- Public posting range: $235,000–$260,000 base salary
- Commencement bonus up to $75,000, varying by clinic
- Annual performance bonus: 20% of base salary
- Total first-year compensation: $300K+ depending on experience and performance
- Early sign-on bonus opportunities
- Relocation assistance available for moves greater than 50 miles
ROLE
- Provide primary care for adults 65+
- Focus on chronic disease management and preventive care
- Practice within an integrated care model
- Work collaboratively with NP/PAs, Medical Assistants, Social Workers, lab and pharmacy support, and referral coordination
TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
3-Week Physician Learning Journey with comprehensive onboarding that includes:
- Value-Based Care training
- Documentation best practices
- EMR optimization
- Integrated care model workflow
BENEFITS
- Full benefits beginning Day 1
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine REQUIRED
- Comfortable practicing within a value-based care model
- Strong communication and team-oriented mindset
Preferred
- Geriatric experience
- Value-Based Care experience
- HEDIS experience is a plus
Not ready to formally apply? That's completely fine. Many professionals prefer a confidential conversation first.
Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.
Value-Based Primary Care | 12–15 Patients Per Day
Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth's LinkedIn
Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.
Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Primary Care Physician to provide preventive primary care for adults 65+, with a focus on Medicare Advantage, chronic disease management, and preventive care. Physicians see approximately 12–15 patients per day with 20–40 minute visits. Value-Based Care experience is welcomed but is not required; training is provided.
POSITION OVERVIEW
- Adult 65+ patient population
- Majority Medicare Advantage
- Chronic disease and preventive care focus
- Approximately 12–15 patients per day
- 20–40 minute patient visits
- No RVU pressure
- Integrated care team including NP/PA, Medical Assistants, Social Workers, lab and pharmacy support, and referral coordination
COMPENSATION
- Public posting range: $235,000–$260,000 base salary
- Commencement bonus up to $75,000, varying by clinic
- Annual performance bonus: 20% of base salary
- Total first-year compensation: $300K+ depending on experience and performance
- Early sign-on bonus opportunities
- Relocation assistance available for moves greater than 50 miles
ROLE
- Provide primary care for adults 65+
- Focus on chronic disease management and preventive care
- Practice within an integrated care model
- Work collaboratively with NP/PAs, Medical Assistants, Social Workers, lab and pharmacy support, and referral coordination
TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
3-Week Physician Learning Journey with comprehensive onboarding that includes:
- Value-Based Care training
- Documentation best practices
- EMR optimization
- Integrated care model workflow
BENEFITS
- Full benefits beginning Day 1
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine REQUIRED
- Comfortable practicing within a value-based care model
- Strong communication and team-oriented mindset
Preferred
- Geriatric experience
- Value-Based Care experience
- HEDIS experience is a plus
Not ready to formally apply? That's completely fine. Many professionals prefer a confidential conversation first.
Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in primary care physician jobs across Tennessee.
- Active Tennessee medical license issued by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and completion of residency
- Board certification or active board eligibility in family or internal medicine
- DEA registration and Tennessee Controlled Substance Registration for prescribing
- Experience with electronic health record platforms such as Epic or Meditech
- Strong patient panel management skills and comfort with value-based care models
Primary Care Physician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a primary care physician in Tennessee?
To practice as a primary care physician in Tennessee, you must obtain a medical license through the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners, which requires graduation from an accredited MD or DO program, completion of an accredited residency in a primary care specialty such as family medicine or internal medicine, and passage of the USMLE or COMLEX licensing exams. You must also obtain a Tennessee Controlled Substance Registration if you plan to prescribe scheduled medications.
Which companies hire primary care physicians in Tennessee?
Employers hiring primary care physicians in Tennessee right now include Abode Care Partners, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Telos Health Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's mix of large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and rural health clinics means openings exist across both major metro areas and underserved communities throughout the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most primary care physician jobs?
Memphis, Cookeville, and Knoxville account for the largest share of primary care physician openings in Tennessee. Nashville drives volume through its dense concentration of major health systems and academic medical centers, Memphis adds significant demand tied to its large underserved population and teaching hospitals, and Knoxville reflects growing suburban and rural catchment needs in East Tennessee.
Are there remote primary care physician jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Primary care medicine is inherently hands-on, so most roles require in-person patient care. About 18% of primary care physician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telehealth-specific practices or administrative medical director roles rather than traditional panel-based primary care.
How can I get hired as a primary care physician in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a position through a residency-to-employment pipeline at a large Tennessee health system. Vanderbilt University Medical Center, HCA Healthcare, and Community Health Systems all recruit graduating residents directly into employed physician roles. New graduates without prior attending experience can also target federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics, where National Health Service Corps loan repayment incentives attract early-career physicians. Board eligibility and an active Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners license are the credentials that matter most at the hiring stage.
Where can I find and apply to primary care physician jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to primary care physician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings across health systems, community practices, and federally qualified health centers. Find roles that fit your specialty and preferred location and apply directly to the ones that match.
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