Surgeon Job at LifePoint Health in Athens, TN

Starr Regional Medical Center is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon to join a well-established, hospital-employed group in Athens, Tennessee. This is a bread-and-butter general surgery opportunity with access to a surgery center and DaVinci robotic technology.

Position Highlights

• Full-time, hospital-employed general surgery position

• Join a cohesive 2-surgeon employed group with strong community reputation

• Supportive call coverage shared with 3 independent surgeons; call is 1:4

• DaVinci Robot available – robotics training required

• Bread-and-butter general surgery; endoscopy experience preferred

• Strong primary care referral network in place

• Experience and ability to practice independently preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with wRVU-based productivity incentives

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), and paid malpractice

• CME allowance and generous paid time off

• Student loan assistance available

About Starr Regional Medical Center

Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed acute care facility offering a broad range of services, including surgery, emergency care, imaging, cardiac catheterization, expanding ICU services, and rehabilitation. As part of Lifepoint Health, SRMC is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting a strong network of physicians and advanced practice providers.

Community Highlights – Athens, Tennessee

• Conveniently located midway between Chattanooga and Knoxville

• Nestled in the Tennessee Valley, with easy access to the Great Smoky Mountains

• Family-friendly community with a low cost of living and excellent schools

• Abundant outdoor recreation—hiking, fishing, and boating nearby

• No state income tax

Join a supportive surgical team in a welcoming community, supported by advanced technology and a strong administrative network.