Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Emergency Medicine in Hermitage, TN

Doctor of Medicine | Emergency Medicine
Location: Hermitage, TN Employer: GHR Healthcare Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 12 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician - Hermitage, TN (Nashville Area)

Locum tenens Emergency Medicine Physician opportunity in Hermitage, TN (zip code 37076) - join a Level 3 trauma center ED serving a high-volume community just outside Nashville. Board certified (ABEM) emergency physicians with strong trauma and acute care skills encouraged to apply.

This on-site Emergency Medicine job offers a fast-paced clinical environment with excellent APP and RN support. Hermitage is a vibrant Nashville suburb with easy access to Music City attractions and Middle Tennessee amenities.

• Location: Hermitage, Tennessee (Nashville area) - zip code 37076
• Setting: On-site, Level 3 Trauma Center, 50-bed hospital
• Assignment Type: Locum tenens / travel physician opportunity
• Start Date: January 4, 2026
• End Date: March 29, 2026 (potential to extend 6-9 months)
• Shifts: 8-hour ED shifts across days/evenings/nights (6a-2p, 9a-6p, 1p-10p, 3p-11p, 4p-10p, 9p-6a)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Patient Volume: Average 130 patients/day (~1.95 patients/hour)
• Support: 32 hours of APP coverage daily and a fully staffed ED RN team
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $6,980-$8,270/week

• Board Certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM required)
• Active, unrestricted medical license required (Tennessee license preferred; out-of-state licensure considered if credentials process allows)
• Minimum of 3 years of emergency medicine experience strongly preferred
• Current ACLS and ATLS certifications required
• Ability to start as soon as credentialed for the locum tenens assignment

• Provide high-quality direct patient care in a busy emergency department as an Emergency Physician
• Evaluate and manage a diverse patient population including trauma, cardiac, abdominal pain, altered mental status, and acute medical conditions
• Perform emergency procedures and interventions in accordance with ACLS/ATLS and ED protocols
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including APPs, nurses, and consultants to optimize patient flow and outcomes
• Utilize telemedicine resources when appropriate (Tele-Psych, Tele-Neurology) to support patient care
• Participate in a site orientation on the first day of assignment
• No additional call required - standard ED shift coverage only

• Locum tenens position ideal for Emergency Physicians seeking flexibility and varied clinical experience
• Strong ED support with daily APP coverage and experienced RN staff
• Work in a Level 3 trauma center near Nashville - great access to cultural and recreational activities

Apply now for this locum tenens Emergency Medicine Physician job in Hermitage, TN. Contact us to learn more about credentialing, schedule details, and competitive locum physician opportunities in the Nashville area.

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.