Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Family Practice in Clifton, TN

Position: Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Family Practice in Clifton, TN
Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice

Location:

Clifton, TN

Employer:

Wellhart, LLC

Pay:  Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Shift Information:  Days - 5 days x 8 hours

Contract Duration:  60 Days

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position
Locum Jobs Online  is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Family Practice MD in Clifton, Tennessee, 38425!

We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for a 115-day locum tenens assignment in Tennessee starting Nov 24, 2025. This role features 8-hour day shifts, five days per week, providing comprehensive medical care within a correctional facility setting.

Job Details

Location:

Tennessee

Start Date:

Nov 24, 2025
LOA: 115 days
Provider Type Needed:
Family Practice Physician

Schedule:

8-hour days, 5x per week

Responsibilities and Duties
Provide a range of professional medical services to inmates and residents, including examinations, diagnosing conditions, prescribing medications, and follow-up care
Deliver leadership and direction for the medical program in collaboration with the Health Services Supervisor
Monitor and review operations and standards of care delivered to inmates or residents
Conduct interviews for admissions and make associated decisions
Make clinical rounds and participate in treatment team meetings to devise, review, and modify individual health plans
Direct unit treatment operations and perform minor, and occasionally major, surgeries as necessary
Hold clinics for nursing specialists regarding diagnosis, treatment, and prescriptions
Maintain effective working relationships with facility staff, contract providers, and outside agencies
Utilize established policies and independent judgment in fulfilling responsibilities
Assist in developing facility medical policies and motivate staff to maintain compliance
Regularly evaluate all medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication
Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and facilitate early release as clinically appropriate
Closely oversee cases with potential catastrophic illnesses
Prepare and maintain various records, reports, and logs; review and process staff documentation
Ensure absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records; audit files for documentation
Recommend methods for improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of health services
Foster relationships with outside hospital and agency administrators
Facilitate accreditation processes as required, ensuring organizational efficiency and appropriate services
Accept on-call status and attend required seminars, workshops, and conferences
Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups
Communicate responsibilities and expectations to direct subordinates
Conduct staff meetings and promote effective communication between administration, staff, and inmates or residents

Additional Information
Must be licensed to practice medicine in Tennessee
Fingerprinting is conducted on the first day

Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel-related expenses covered
A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

About Wellhart, LLC
Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

* Travel the United States and see new places.

* Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.

* Set your own schedule.

* Earn more money than permanent providers.

* Experience new practice settings.

* Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!

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