Physician - Pulmonary /Critical Care

StatCare; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Revenue sharing (50/50 quarterly)

Flexible schedule

Insurance (medical, vision, dental,生命)

401(k) eligibility after 90 days

Job summary

StatCare is a physician-owned pulmonary, critical care, sleep, and hospitalist group serving East Tennessee since 1999. We are seeking a Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician to join our team, working across inpatient facilities and outpatient clinics in Knoxville and the surrounding region.

As part of a physician-led group, you will manage ICU patients, perform bronchoscopy and thoracentesis, and collaborate with APPs and nursing staff to deliver high-quality care with a focus on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited residency in Internal Medicine.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, and Critical Care.
• Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain one.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical examinations and tests in pulmonary and critical care settings.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic respiratory diseases.
• Manage critically ill patients in ICU with ventilation support and advanced therapies.
• Perform pulmonary procedures such as bronchoscopy and thoracentesis.
• Collaborate with APPs, other specialists, and nurses; communicate clearly with patients and families.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Critical care management

Procedural proficiency

Communication and teamwork

Education

MD/DO from an accredited medical school

ACGME- or AOA-accredited Internal Medicine residency

Board Certified/Eligible in Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, and Critical Care

Tools

Bronchoscopy

Thoracentesis

Ventilation management

Job description

• Location 1900 N Winston Rd, Suite 501,Knoxville, TN, 37919,United States
• Job Category Inpatient
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree Doctorate

StatCare is a physician-owned pulmonary, critical care, sleep, and hospitalist group serving East Tennessee since 1999 . We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated P u lm ona ry / Crit ical Car e Physicia n to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a Physician-owned and operated group serving the Knoxville community in over 10 inpatient facilities and 9 outpatient facilities since 2017. Our inpatient teams care for patients at partner hospitals including Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and Parkwest Medical Center, alongside our outpatient pulmonary clinics and sleep centers

Excellence. Every Patient. Every Time. Because we're physician-owned, the people making decisions about how we practice are the same people practicing. That means realistic workloads, real input into how the group runs, and a culture built around good medicine

What you'll do:

• Conduct thorough medical examinations and tests to accurately assess patient conditions, both in pulmonary and critical care settings.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases.
• Manage critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit, including ventilation support and advanced life-sustaining therapies.
• Perform pulmonary procedures such as bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, and critical care procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including APP ’s, other specialists, and nurses.
• Explain patient conditions, health status, and necessary treatments clearly to patients and their families, fostering understanding and shared decision-making.
• Participate and contribute to comprehensive patient care discussions across both pulmonary and critical care services.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and best practices in both pulmonology and critical care medicine.

Requirements :

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited residency in Internal Medicine
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, and Critical Care
• Active DEA registration, or eligibility to obtain one
• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• Skills: Exceptional diagnostic acumen, advanced procedural skills, strong communication and interpersonal abilities, collaborative mindset, and commitment to superior patient care.

What makes you a great fit

• Strong communication and teamwork skills, especially with APPs and nursing
• A commitment to quality, safety, and patient experience
• Interest in growing with a physician-led group

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Sign-on bonus
• Competitive salary and benefits
• 50/50 quarterly revenue bonus
• Flexible schedule (14–21 shifts per month)
• Pulmonary/Critical Care: average 3–4 nights per month with APP support
• No on-call shifts
• Reimbursement for licensing and board exams
• 401(k) eligibility after 90 days
• Profit-sharing plan after 1 year (historically 5.7%)
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

Knoxville, Tennessee : ‘Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains’

Knoxville, Tennessee, issituated along the Tennessee River and often praised for its thriving Community, high quality of life, friendly atmosphere, and accessible nature-based, urban lifestyle. Serving as a gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains and home to the University of Tennessee Volunteers, it offers a blend of southern charm, outdoor adventure, arts, and culture.

As the third largest metropolitan area in Tennessee, it's centrally located, just 2-hour drive from Nashville T.N. and Asheville N.C., 3 hours to Atlanta G.A., 4 hours to Charlotte N.C., 7 hours to Richmond V.A., and 8 hours to Washington D.C. Beaches in South Carolina and Florida are accessible within a day’s drive. Several major airlines operate flights to Knoxville's McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), offering connections to over 30 destinations. Major carriers include Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Frontier Airlines.

Big city amenities. Small town living.

• Affordable cost of living, NO STATE INCOME TAX
• A family-friendly and safe atmosphere
• Natural Scenery with access to more than 115 miles of trails, loops, and greenways. Access to multiple lakes and Tennessee River.
• Home to the Knoxville Symphony, Knoxville Opera, and Broadway at the Tennessee series, in addition to hosting touring musicians, bands, and shows.
• Sporting events including University of Tennessee Athletics and Tennessee Smokies (Double-A franchise for Chicago Cubs)
• Knoxville Museum of Art, Knoxville Zoo
• Community Events and Festivals Year-Round
• Unique Dining Scene including farm-to-table and global flavor