General Surgery Opening in Athens, TN
Updated 11/07/25
Athens, Tennessee, United States
Physician
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
General Surgery Opportunity – Community Hospital Setting
*Location: Athens, TN - Knoxville 50m; Chattanooga 50m*
*Setting: Hospital-Based | Full-Time, permanent position*
Position Highlights
* Join a cohesive, well-established 2-surgeon hospital-employed group
* Full-time general surgery position with strong community reputation
* Bread-and-butter general surgery with endoscopy preferred
* DaVinci robotic technology available (robotics training required)
* Supportive 1:4 call coverage shared with independent surgeons
* Strong primary care referral base and experienced clinical team
* Opportunity for an independent, motivated surgeon to step into a busy practice
Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive base salary plus wRVU productivity incentives
* Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
* Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, life, 401k, malpractice)
* Generous paid time off and CME allowance
* Student loan repayment assistance available
Hospital
* 118-bed acute care facility offering a wide range of services, including surgery, cardiology, imaging, emergency care, and rehabilitation
* Part of a nationally recognized healthcare organization dedicated to high-quality, patient-centered care
Community
* Conveniently located midway between Chattanooga and Knoxville in the Tennessee Valley
* Family-friendly community with affordable living and excellent schools
* Access to outdoor recreation including hiking, boating, and fishing
* Close to the Great Smoky Mountains and regional parks
* No state income tax
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