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Dr. Melissa Benton

Physician Assistant

Physician Knoxville, TN Emcare
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
12 years at Emcare
Gender
Female
Connections
58
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 161,970 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Melissa Benton is one of them.
  • 1,935 Physicians are based in TN (out of 27,118 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 382 contacts at Emcare are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician compensation in TN: $101,000 – $152,000 (median $120,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in TN: Sole Proprietor (79), Vanderbilt University Medical Center (77), The Vanderbilt University (63).
  • 1% of Physicians in TN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 58% of Physicians in TN have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
South College
Master's degree
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - BS
Skills
Healthcare Cpr Certified Clinical Research Medicine Hospitals
About Emcare
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$1B+
Website
emcare.com
Office Location
13737 Noel Road, Dallas, TX
Professional Overview

Dr. Melissa Benton is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Emcare, based in Knoxville, TN. As a physician, Dr. Benton contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Knoxville, TN. They have been with Emcare for 12 years. Dr. Benton holds academic credentials, including Master's degree and Bachelor of Science - BS, from South College and University of Alabama at Birmingham. Core competencies include Healthcare, Cpr Certified, Clinical Research, Medicine, Hospitals. Emcare operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Knoxville, TN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting Physician

Physician recruiting typically takes 90-180 days due to the specialized nature of the role. Reaching physicians through direct email or personal phone is significantly more effective than LinkedIn, as most practicing physicians are not actively job searching. HealthTal provides personal email addresses and direct dial numbers sourced from NPI records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Melissa Benton located?
Dr. Melissa Benton is based in Knoxville, TN. They are currently affiliated with Emcare.
What is Dr. Melissa Benton's specialty?
Dr. Melissa Benton specializes in Physician. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Melissa Benton currently work?
Dr. Melissa Benton currently works at Emcare. They have been there for 12 years.
What is Dr. Melissa Benton's educational background?
Dr. Melissa Benton attended South College and University of Alabama at Birmingham.
How do I contact Dr. Melissa Benton for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician?
Recruiting physicians typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physicians across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician in TN?
Physicians in TN typically earn $101,000 to $152,000 annually, with a median of $120,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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