Psychologist Jobs in Tennessee
Psychologist jobs in Tennessee are in steady demand, concentrated in healthcare systems, community mental health centers, school districts, and correctional facilities, with openings for candidates at every level from post-doctoral residents through licensed senior clinicians. The largest hiring markets are Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, where employers such as Vanderbilt University Medical Center, the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, and Centerstone maintain consistent psychologist hiring. Clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and school psychology are the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
Join TeamHealth, a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization since 1979 employing 35,000+ professionals nationwide and a focus on delivering high-quality behavioral health care to older adults without the administrative responsibility of private practice. This role offers clinical autonomy, flexible scheduling, and strong organizational support in post-acute and long-term care settings (SNF/LTC/ALF/IRF).
Role Overview
- Full-time (5-days per week) within Monday – Friday
- No nights or weekends
- Flexible, onsite, round-and-go model with remote documentation
- Provide psychological assessments, diagnoses, and individual psychotherapy
- Treat depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment disorder, grief and loss plus life transitions
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams across care settings
- Coverage area includes Cookeville, Crossville, Spartan, and Celina, Tennessee
Compensation and Benefits
- Estimated compensation range of $123,028 – $145,694 annually with no cap on productivity income
- Base salary plus productivity, W2 position with full benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k)
- Back-end infrastructure and clinical support provided
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted Tennessee license as a clinical psychologist
- PhD or PsyD required
- Eligible for independent practice and billing
- Minimum 6-months experience needed as a clinical psychologist
- Experience with older adults or post-acute care preferred
Apply today!
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Benefits
- Industry-leading onboarding training program
- Company issued iPad supporting seamless remote access for enhanced collaboration
- Developed infrastructure with extensive back office as well as local management support
- Dental, health, vision, 401k and more
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Flex time off
- Professional liability insurance
About the City
The City of Cookeville, incorporated in 1903, is located 79 miles east of Nashville and 101 miles west of Knoxville at the intersection of I-40 and Highway 111 in the Upper Cumberland Region of Middle Tennessee. The area's many trails, caves, lakes and streams attract nearby hikers, bikers, climbers, spelunkers and horseback riders. Cookeville is home to Tennessee Technical University and offers many unique downtown shops, exciting cuisine, and magnificent state and local parks.
Job Description
Join TeamHealth, a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization since 1979 employing 35,000+ professionals nationwide and a focus on delivering high-quality behavioral health care to older adults without the administrative responsibility of private practice. This role offers clinical autonomy, flexible scheduling, and strong organizational support in post-acute and long-term care settings (SNF/LTC/ALF/IRF).
Role Overview
- Full-time (5-days per week) within Monday – Friday
- No nights or weekends
- Flexible, onsite, round-and-go model with remote documentation
- Provide psychological assessments, diagnoses, and individual psychotherapy
- Treat depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment disorder, grief and loss plus life transitions
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams across care settings
- Coverage area includes Cookeville, Crossville, Spartan, and Celina, Tennessee
Compensation and Benefits
- Estimated compensation range of $123,028 – $145,694 annually with no cap on productivity income
- Base salary plus productivity, W2 position with full benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k)
- Back-end infrastructure and clinical support provided
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted Tennessee license as a clinical psychologist
- PhD or PsyD required
- Eligible for independent practice and billing
- Minimum 6-months experience needed as a clinical psychologist
- Experience with older adults or post-acute care preferred
Apply today!
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
Benefits
- Industry-leading onboarding training program
- Company issued iPad supporting seamless remote access for enhanced collaboration
- Developed infrastructure with extensive back office as well as local management support
- Dental, health, vision, 401k and more
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Flex time off
- Professional liability insurance
About the City
The City of Cookeville, incorporated in 1903, is located 79 miles east of Nashville and 101 miles west of Knoxville at the intersection of I-40 and Highway 111 in the Upper Cumberland Region of Middle Tennessee. The area's many trails, caves, lakes and streams attract nearby hikers, bikers, climbers, spelunkers and horseback riders. Cookeville is home to Tennessee Technical University and offers many unique downtown shops, exciting cuisine, and magnificent state and local parks.
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Psychologist Job Market in Tennessee
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychologist jobs across Tennessee.
- Active Tennessee psychology license issued by the Tennessee Board of Examiners in Psychology
- Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD, PsyD, or EdD) from an APA-accredited program
- Completion of supervised post-doctoral hours meeting Tennessee licensure requirements
- Passing scores on the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP)
- Experience conducting psychological assessments and writing comprehensive evaluation reports
- Familiarity with electronic health records and compliance with HIPAA confidentiality standards
Psychologist Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychologist in Tennessee?
Becoming a psychologist in Tennessee requires earning a doctoral degree in psychology from an APA-accredited program, completing a supervised internship, and accumulating the required post-doctoral supervised hours before applying to the Tennessee Board of Examiners in Psychology. Candidates must pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology and, depending on their practice setting, may also need to pass the Tennessee jurisprudence exam. The Board issues the license that authorizes independent practice in the state.
Which companies hire psychologists in Tennessee?
Employers hiring psychologists in Tennessee right now include US Department of Veterans Affairs, Commonwealth Medical Services, and Ability Builders Consulting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's mix of large academic medical centers, state-operated behavioral health facilities, and community mental health organizations means consistent openings across both clinical and applied settings throughout the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most psychologist jobs?
Nashville, Tennessee, and Memphis account for the most psychologist openings in Tennessee. Nashville's concentration of academic medical centers, hospital systems, and state government agencies drives the largest volume of listings, while Memphis and Knoxville generate consistent demand through their own regional health systems, university training programs, and community mental health networks.
Are there remote psychologist jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they represent a smaller share of the market than fully office-based roles, given that much of the work involves in-person assessment and direct patient care. About 45% of psychologist openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a tele-health segment that has grown meaningfully since the pandemic. Telepsychology roles focused on therapy and behavioral consultation are the most likely to be listed as remote or hybrid.
How can I get hired as a psychologist in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a post-doctoral residency or fellowship, which is the standard route new doctoral graduates use to accumulate the supervised hours required for full licensure in Tennessee. Vanderbilt University Medical Center, the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System, and Centerstone operate post-doctoral training programs that lead directly to staff positions. Candidates who have completed their APA-accredited internship but not yet reached full licensure can also pursue psychology associate or psychological examiner roles while building hours toward board eligibility.
Where can I find and apply to psychologist jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to psychologist jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the positions that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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