Community Health Systems

Experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon Needed - Knoxville, TN (Near the Great Smoky Mountains

Knoxville, TN

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Turkey Creek Medical Center, part of Tennova Healthcare, a five-hospital network in East Tennessee based in Knoxville, TN, seeks BE/BC experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a well-respected, busy practice to replace a physician.

  • Employed Position with a Hospital Based Clinic
  • Inpatient / Outpatient Mix
  • Accomplished cardiovascular surgery team and dedicated step down unit to serve recovering patients
  • Anesthesia coverage is provided by third party (Mednax)
  • Hospital base service line at Turkey Creek Medical Center
  • OR is well equipped with 11 Suites, 4 Endo rooms, and 1 Cysto - 2 Heart Rooms
  • Fully competent Heart Team in the OR
  • OR Time is scheduled either block utilization or first come first serve on open times in the OR
  • Research opportunities available

Comprehensive Package that may include all of the following:

  • Competitive Salary based on the MGMA guidelines
  • Incentive Bonus based on WRVUs
  • Commencement/Signing bonus
  • Medical Education Debt Assistance
  • Relocation Expenses
  • CME, Licensure, Dues, Subscriptions
  • Vacation, Health, Dental, Vision benefits

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About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.

Posted May 5, 2026