Internal Medicine Physician
About The Position
Skilled Wound Care is hiring Internal Medicine Physicians in Nashville, Tennessee, to work as wound care physicians and lead wound care initiatives in skilled nursing facilities across the area. The role offers a no-call, Monday–Friday schedule and clinical autonomy, with no nights, weekends, pagers, or overnight admissions. Physicians evaluate and treat chronic, non-healing, and complex wounds, perform bedside procedures, manage conditions affecting wound healing, and follow patients through recovery in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. Comprehensive wound care and procedural training is provided; prior wound care or procedural experience is not required. Compensation is based on per-patient and per-procedure pay, with quarterly bonus programs and no earning cap for independent contractors. The posting lists average annual earnings of $200,000–$250,000 and says top performers can earn $300,000 or more through performance bonuses. Candidates must complete confidential pre-employment DiSC testing and relevant skills testing.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
- Unrestricted or clear medical license in the state of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- DEA license, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Complete pre-employment confidential DiSC testing and relevant skills testing.
Nice To Haves
- Internal Medicine or hospitalist background; Family Medicine physicians and surgeons of all backgrounds are also welcome.
Responsibilities
- Perform surgical and sharp debridement and other bedside procedures.
- Evaluate and treat chronic, non-healing, and complex wounds.
- Manage underlying conditions that affect wound healing.
- Use advanced dressings and specialized wound protocols.
- Collaborate in skilled nursing facilities and post-acute settings, following patients through healing.
- Lead wound care initiatives in skilled nursing facilities across the Nashville area.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
