Physician Pediatric Hospitalist - Competitive Salary
Company: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Location: Nashville
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is
seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Pediatric Hospitalist to
join our dynamic and nationally recognized Division of Pediatric
Hospital Medicine. This is an exciting opportunity to practice
alongside a team of 25 faculty members in a premier academic
children’s hospital environment that prioritizes excellence in
clinical care, teaching, and collaborative team-based practice. Key
Responsibilities: Provide inpatient care across general pediatric
hospital medicine services. Supervise and teach pediatric residents
and advanced practice providers. Perform scheduled weekday,
weekend, and evening (until midnight) admitting shifts. Participate
in home call during weeks assigned to resident/APP-covered teams.
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary environment of physicians,
APPs, nurses, and ancillary teams. Participate in divisional
activities, including quality improvement, education, and committee
work (based on track and interest). Contribute to a culture of
safety, communication, and family-centered care. Qualifications: MD
or DO degree. Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatric Hospital
Medicine. Exceptions may apply for those in practice >8 years
prior to the establishment of PHM Fellowships. Eligible for
Tennessee medical licensure. Commitment to teamwork, communication,
and high-quality clinical care. Strong interest in individuals with
backgrounds or interests in: Quality, safety, and operations
(including formal QI training such as IHI or AIM). Clinical program
development (e.g., co-management models, patient-flow initiatives).
Informatics (fellowship training or practical informatics
experience). Practice Highlights: Practice Location: Monroe Carell
Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Team Composition: 25
physicians; 9 Advanced Practice Providers. Strong multidisciplinary
support. Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospita l is nationally
ranked in 10 out of 11 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World
Report Ranks top 10 nationally in NIH funding, supporting robust
academic and clinical programs Work within an established and
respected division with strong academic mentorship. Opportunities
for teaching, QI, and academic engagement depending on career
goals. Collegial culture with a focus on professional growth and
well-being. Live in Nashville, a vibrant, rapidly growing city
known for culture, food, and family-friendly neighborhoods.
Qualified and interested Physicians, should send a current CV and
letter of interest to Physician Recruiter, Sarah Casen. 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.
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