Pediatrics Physician

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in Nashville focused on delivering exceptional pediatric healthcare. This role offers the opportunity to provide outpatient care, engage in educational activities, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. As part of a leading healthcare institution, you will contribute to a vision that prioritizes patient-centered care while enjoying competitive compensation and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Sign-on bonus

403b retirement program with 5% match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Malpractice insurance at no cost

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatrics required.
• Experience or interest in outpatient pediatric care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient pediatric care in primary care clinics.
• Engage in training and mentoring residents and students.

Skills

Pediatrics

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Mentorship

Education

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Medical Degree

Job description

Position Overview

The Division of Pediatric Outreach Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Vanderbilt Integrated Providers (VIP) invite applications for Board Certified and Board Eligible Pediatricians to join our team in the Nashville metropolitan area. We seek highly skilled clinicians committed to providing excellent patient-centered care and contributing to our vision of delivering top-notch pediatric healthcare services. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, integrity, and a commitment to patient care, teaching, and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient pediatric care in VUMC s primary care and after-hours clinics located in the Nashville metro area.
• Engage in educational activities, including training and mentoring residents, fellows, and medical students in clinical settings.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatrics.
• Experience or interest in outpatient pediatric care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Practice Opportunity Includes

• Competitive base salary plus sign-on bonus.
• Immediate eligibility in the 403b retirement program with a 5% match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Malpractice insurance at no cost to the physician.

Available Opportunities

1. Vanderbilt Children's Primary Care : Located in Smyrna and Lebanon, these outpatient-only pediatric clinics are just 30 minutes from downtown Nashville. We are seeking pediatricians due to increased demand and new patient visits.
2. Vanderbilt Children's After-Hours Clinics : Opportunities are available in five different clinics throughout the Nashville metro area, including Mt. Juliet, Hendersonville, Smyrna, Spring Hill, and Murfreesboro. Typical clinic hours are weekday evenings from 6 PM to 9:30 PM and afternoons to evenings on weekends. Flexible shift schedules are available to meet monthly shift requirements.

About Vanderbilt Children's Primary Care

Vanderbilt Children's Primary Care clinics in Smyrna and Lebanon provide comprehensive medical care for children from birth through adolescence. Our goal is to keep your child well and thriving both in school and at home through regular visits, whether sick or well. We offer same-day access linked to your child s complete medical record to ensure continuity of care.

About Vanderbilt Children's After-Hours Clinics
Vanderbilt Children's After-Hours Clinics offer urgent care for non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries in children of all ages. Our clinics are open seven days a week with evening and weekend hours to provide quality care when most pediatric offices are closed. We ensure your child receives consistent care by sending a report to your child s pediatrician the same day or evening of their visit.

Join us at Vanderbilt and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients and the community. We are Vanderbilt. Join Us.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

International medical graduates seeking to apply for available physician positions must be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), must have passed the United States medical licensing examinations (USMLE Step 1 and Step 2), must have completed a United States based residency even if they have completed a residency or practiced medicine in another country, and must hold a current J-1 or H-1B visa