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Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner


Company : TeamHealth


Location : Knoxville, TN


Created : 2026-04-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

TeamHealth is seeking a compassionate and quality-driven nurse practitioner or physician assistant to join our post-acute care team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This is a full-time opportunity (7-on/7-off model) rounding in an inpatient rehab facility, with excellent support and training, autonomy, and earning potential. Compensation is fee for service with an estimated compensation range of $118,552 to $127,000 annually and no cap on productivity income potential.In this role, you'll provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population, collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and build meaningful relationships with patients and their families. You will have an opportunity to deliver exceptional care during life's pivotal moments.Our comprehensive clinical and operational leadership team will support your transition into our medical practice with a comprehensive 3-month onboarding program along with a dedicated clinical field mentor and support from industry leading clinical experts in post-acute medicine. Growth and leadership opportunities within this market are available as well.Modules in our Medical Director Leadership Academy (MDLA) will position you for success in quality improvement initiatives, and collaboration with the facility leadership as a valued partner of the team. This educational program is best-in-class and not provided by any other organizations practicing post-acute medicine.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive inpatient medical assessments, including history, physical exams, and review of rehabilitation goalsManage acute and chronic medical conditions in coordination with the rehabilitation planMonitor functional progress and adjust treatment plans to support recovery goalsCollaborate with rehabilitation physicians, nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary team membersProvide medical education to patients and families related to recovery, comorbidities, and preventionMaintain accurate, timely medical records in compliance with regulationsQualificationsNP or PA license (State of TN) and DEAExperience in post-acute, acute, ED, or clinic settings preferred, but not required; new grads welcome to applyStrong clinical foundation and knowledge of healthcare regulatory standardsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCollaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive outlookWhy Join TeamHealth?Dedicated night call coverage for work-life balanceSupportive clinical leadership and multidisciplinary team environmentOpportunity to make a meaningful impact in post-acute patient careStrong earning potential with professional growth opportunitiesCome join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence while supporting your professional development and personal growth.California Applicant Privacy Act: Practice Highlights:401(k)Dental, health, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountFlex time offProfessional liability insuranceAccess to more than 300 CME/CE offerings in TeamHealth's My LearningAbility to commute/relocate: Knoxville, TN (required)Work location: in-person