Contract & Benefits

Compensation That Reflects Your Value, Without Production Pressures

At Henry County Medical Center, your compensation package is designed to recognize your expertise and dedication while freeing you from the metric-driven pressures common in many hospitalist positions. As you consider this opportunity, you'll appreciate a straightforward approach to compensation that values quality care over patient volume.

Your annual guaranteed salary of $341,250 (based on $1,875 per 24-hour shift for 182 required shifts annually) places you among the top-earning hospitalists for a 7-on/7-off schedule without production incentives that can drive overwork. For physicians coming from RVU-based models where income fluctuates based on patient volume or from lower-paying hospitalist positions, this represents both financial security and the freedom to practice thorough, thoughtful medicine.

When you do choose to work additional shifts, you'll be compensated at an enhanced rate of $2,350 per shift, recognizing the extra commitment you're making beyond your base schedule. 

Financial Incentives That Make Your Transition Seamless

Your transition to Henry County Medical Center is supported by substantial financial incentives designed to eliminate barriers to relocation:

  • $20,000 sign-on bonus paid in two installments (at signing and at 6 months)
  • Up to $10,000 in relocation assistance to cover your moving expenses
  • $120,000 in student loan repayment ($40,000 per year over three years, paid directly to your lending institution)

These incentives represent a $150,000 commitment to bringing you on board, demonstrating how much the hospital values attracting quality physicians. For many physicians carrying educational debt, the student loan repayment alone can be life-changing, potentially saving tens of thousands in interest payments compared to standard repayment plans.

Comprehensive Benefits That Protect You and Your Family

Beyond your base compensation, you'll receive a complete benefits package through West Tennessee Healthcare:

  • Comprehensive health insurance with competitive coverage options
  • Dental and vision plans for you and your family
  • Life and disability insurance for financial security
  • Retirement plans with employer contributions
  • Malpractice insurance with appropriate coverage limits for hospitalist medicine

You'll appreciate that malpractice coverage is provided by the employer, with additional options available should you choose to moonlight. Unlike some positions where benefits are treated as an afterthought, here they form a comprehensive safety net for you and your family.

Time Off That You Can Actually Use

Your 7-on/7-off schedule naturally provides significant time away from work, but the position also includes:

  • 240 hours of paid time off annually (equivalent to 10 24-hour shifts)
  • Schedule flexibility to accommodate personal needs
  • Holiday coverage integrated into the normal rotation

Unlike some hospitalist positions where taking time off requires complex coverage arrangements, your PTO can be scheduled in advance without disrupting patient care, though it cannot be taken during scheduled inpatient weeks.

Professional Development Support

Your continued growth as a physician is supported through:

  • CME allowance to maintain your certifications and expand your knowledge
  • Professional membership support for relevant medical organizations
  • Conference attendance opportunities to stay current with advances in hospital medicine
  • Teaching opportunities with PA students and occasional residents to sharpen your own knowledge

Moonlighting Opportunities for Additional Income

If you choose to supplement your income, Henry County Medical Center allows for moonlighting with proper declaration:

  • Emergency Department shifts often available locally
  • Opportunities throughout the West Tennessee Healthcare system
  • Simple declaration process to ensure appropriate coverage

Unlike restrictive contracts that prohibit outside work, the hospital simply requires transparency to ensure moonlighting doesn't interfere with your primary responsibilities.

A Contract Process Designed for Simplicity

The contracting process reflects the straightforward approach of the organization:

  • Initial one-page letter of agreement outlining key terms
  • Standard employment agreement with West Tennessee Healthcare
  • Clear, transparent terms without hidden clauses or complex productivity formulas
  • Direct employment model rather than complex independent contractor arrangements

Financial Security Combined with Professional Fulfillment

The total compensation package at Henry County Medical Center aligns financial rewards with professional satisfaction. You'll earn an excellent income while practicing medicine at a pace that prevents burnout. For physicians tired of compensation models that incentivize volume over quality, this approach represents a welcome change - competitive compensation for practicing good medicine, not just seeing more patients.

With guaranteed base salary, significant loan repayment, comprehensive benefits, and the potential for additional income through extra shifts or moonlighting, this position offers financial security alongside the professional satisfaction of practicing hospitalist medicine the way it was meant to be practiced. 

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