2027 - Internal Medicine Physician - Athens Medical Group

Summit Medical Group; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Recruiting bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

401(k) match / profit sharing

Malpractice insurance

Partnership potential

Job summary

Summit Medical Group in Athens, Tennessee, is seeking an Internal Medicine Physician to join Athens Medical Group in 2027. Board certified or board eligible, you will deliver comprehensive primary care and build lasting patient relationships in a community‑oriented town near outdoor recreation.

Join a physician‑owned and physician‑governed organization with extensive administrative support, competitive compensation with bonus potential, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and a clear path

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine.
• Physician with primary care focus and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to preventive care and patient relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive primary care to individuals and families.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to provide preventive care.
• Participate in continuing medical education and quality initiatives.

Education

Medical Doctor

Doctor of Osteopathic Med

Job description

About Our Career Opportunity

Summit Medical Group, East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization, is seeking to hire a dedicated

About Our Career Opportunity

Summit Medical Group, East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization, is seeking to hire a dedicated Internal Medicine Physician to join our team at Athens Medical Group in the year 2027. Candidates should be board certified or board eligible. Athens, Tennessee offers a friendly, small-town vibe with easy access to outdoor recreation along the Tennessee River and Lake Arrowhead. It’s family-oriented with good schools, regular community events, and a welcoming dining scene. With more than 526 providers at 90 locations, Summit Medical Group is not only the largest primary care organization in East Tennessee, but is also independent from insurers, hospital systems, and financial investors. Our like-minded physicians fiercely value our independence, and thus their enhanced work-life balance through our extensive administrative support and resources! Our organization is well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Our primary focus is on providing comprehensive and personalized healthcare services to individuals and families in the community. As a Physician with Summit Medical Group, you will play a vital role in the well-being of our patients by delivering exceptional medical care, fostering positive patient relationships, and promoting preventive health practices. You will work collaboratively with a dynamic healthcare team to ensure the provision of comprehensive primary care services. Please consider joining our physician-owned and physician-governed organization that has been nationally recognized for quality performance!

Candidates Are Eligible For

• Highly competitive annual salary with excellent quarterly bonus potential
• Initial recruiting bonus, relocation assistance, and annual Continuing Medical Education allowance
• Generous 401(k) retirement match, safe harbor contribution, and profit sharing
• Eligibility for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. As well as long-term and short-term disability insurance plans. FSA, HSA, Dependent Care
• Fully paid malpractice insurance
• Potential for future partnership or ownership

Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization with more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations in 23 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com

In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• Medical Doctor
• Doctor of Osteopathic Med

Equal Opportunity Employer

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