Description

The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga is seeking board-certified or board-eligible emergency physicians for full-time clinical faculty positions on the Clinical track. This is an opportunity to practice high-acuity emergency medicine at the region’s only Level I Trauma Center while contributing to the education of the next generation of emergency physicians.

Our department is home to the first emergency medicine residency in the University of Tennessee system, currently 22 residents (8-7-7 configuration), as well as an EUFAC-accredited Emergency Ultrasound Fellowship, an EMS Fellowship, and a robust EMS program providing medical direction for 14 counties. We are a growing academic department with a collaborative culture and a deep commitment to clinical excellence and education.

Clinical Environment
The primary practice site is Erlanger Baroness Hospital, a 50-bed adult emergency department seeing over 45,000 patients annually, with a 33% admission rate and full subspecialty backup including trauma surgery, neurosurgery, interventional cardiology, and stroke neurology. Erlanger is the sole Level I Trauma Center and a Joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center within a 120-mile radius, serving as the tertiary referral center for a four-state region encompassing southeast Tennessee, north Georgia, north Alabama, and western North Carolina. Faculty manage a high volume of acute stroke presentations including thrombolytic administration and coordination of endovascular thrombectomy, supported by 24/7 interventional neurology coverage.

Faculty also rotate through Erlanger’s satellite emergency departments, providing exposure to a range of patient populations and clinical environments. Total system volume exceeds 180,000 adult and pediatric emergency visits annually.

Why Chattanooga?
Chattanooga, Tennessee, consistently ranks among the best places to live in the United States. Named Outside Magazine’s “Best Town Ever” and a Money Magazine “Best Place to Live,” the city offers an exceptional quality of life at an affordable cost. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by mountains, Chattanooga is a nationally recognized destination for outdoor recreation including hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, and whitewater paddling.

The city boasts a thriving food and arts scene, excellent public and private schools, and a revitalized downtown that has become a model for midsize American cities. Tennessee has no state income tax, and the cost of living is well below the national average. Nashville and Atlanta are each approximately two hours away, providing easy access to major metropolitan amenities while living in a community that feels connected and manageable.
 

Requirements

Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care in the emergency department at Erlanger Baroness Hospital and satellite emergency departments
Supervise and teach emergency medicine residents and medical students during clinical shifts
Maintain board certification and meet continuing medical education requirements

Qualifications

Required
MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
Completion of an ACGME-accredited emergency medicine residency program
Board certified or board eligible in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
Minimum of two (2) years of post-residency clinical experience, OR one (1) year of clinical experience plus completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship
Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Tennessee
Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred
Fellowship training in a relevant subspecialty (e.g., ultrasound, EMS, toxicology, simulation, critical care)
Demonstrated commitment to medical education and resident teaching
Record of scholarly activity including presentations, publications, or curriculum development
Leadership experience in a clinical or academic setting

Appointment and Compensation
This position includes an academic appointment at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Expected annual compensation ranges from approximately $300,000 to $375,000, depending on clinical hours and practice location. Malpractice insurance and tail coverage are provided.