Outpatient Internal Medicine Physician

The ETSU Department of Internal Medicine invites board-certified or board-eligible Internists to join our established team at ETSU Health outpatient clinics in the Appalachian Highlands of Tennessee. Whether your passion lies in patient care, teaching, or academic engagement, your career will be supported and encouraged within our collaborative academic environment.

This is a primarily outpatient-focused position, with opportunities for optional inpatient rotations based on individual interests and departmental needs.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive outpatient internal medicine care, including diagnosis, treatment, and patient education
• Teach and mentor medical students and residents in Internal Medicine
• Deliver lectures, lead case discussions, and contribute to hands-on clinical training
• Engage in scholarly activity and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in internal medicine
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care

Faculty members benefit from the guidance of experienced academic leaders within an established medical school, along with access to a wide range of institutional resources designed to support professional development and career growth. Compensation aligns with AAMC salary recommendations, ensuring competitive academic salary standards.

About the Quillen College of Medicine:

East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine is nationally recognized for its commitment to primary care education and service to rural and underserved populations. In the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings, Quillen College of Medicine was named a Tier 1 medical school for Primary Care and ranked #2 in the nation for Most Graduates Practicing in Medically Underserved Areas. These distinctions reflect our enduring mission to prepare compassionate physicians dedicated to improving health outcomes across diverse communities.

If you are a dedicated Internist seeking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, mission-driven academic environment, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of the ETSU Quillen College of Medicine team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of internal medicine principles and evidence-based clinical practice
• Ability to manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions in an outpatient setting
• Strong teaching and mentoring skills for medical trainees
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaborative care delivery
• Proficiency in electronic health record documentation and clinical workflows
• Commitment to professionalism, ethical practice, and patient-centered care
• Ability to balance clinical, educational, and scholarly responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD, DO, or MBBS) from an accredited institution
• Completion of an Internal Medicine residency from an ACGME-accredited program (at time of hire)
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine (at time of interview)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical education and academic medicine
• Interest in research, quality improvement, or program development

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

Application Instructions

Please include the following: Cover Letter, CV and copy of transcripts,

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview 

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer Statement:

• Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations