Pediatrics Faculty in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Section of Hepatology

Description

The Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Department of Pediatrics seeks a faculty member in its Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, Section of Hepatology.

 

The Division comprises 23 physicians and 6 nurse practitioners and supports an ACGME-approved fellowship training program in pediatric gastroenterology.

 

Academic rank, track, and compensation will depend on qualifications. VUMC offers its faculty a generous benefits package.

 

Job Description

The candidate will join a team of three board-certified transplant hepatologists and one transplant nurse practitioner. This position's responsibilities include providing direct patient care in inpatient and ambulatory settings, medical education of students and trainees, and participation in clinical research and/or quality improvement. The section of hepatology is supported by an additional nurse practitioner for our growing MASLD program and has had over 2,128 outpatient visits this year. The Pediatric Solid Organ Transplant Center performed 49 solid organ transplants last year, including 26 liver transplants, and is supported by a multidisciplinary team of social workers, psychologists, pharmacists, dietitians, and child life specialists.

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to excellence in research, education, and patient care. It is home to approximately 500 dedicated faculty members and providers and consistently ranks in the top ten in NIH funding among U.S. medical schools. The department offers an exceptional work environment and the opportunity to perform superb multidisciplinary care, education, and research.

Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt is ranked in 10 out of 11 pediatric specialty programs in U.S. News and World Report’s 2024-2025 “Best Children’s Hospitals.”  The Children’s Hospital currently has 325 inpatient beds and is near completion of two additional floors, resulting in more than 400 beds for the Children’s Hospital.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is in the heart of Nashville, a thriving city of commerce, finance, healthcare, and music. Nashville is a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.

• Click here to learn more about the Department of Pediatrics.
• Click here for more information about the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
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Qualifications

Qualified applicants must have a medical doctorate or equivalent, hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Tennessee, be Board certified or Board eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology, and have a strong record of clinical care, medical education, and scholarship. Preferred applicants will possess outstanding skills in leadership and organization/administration and demonstrate commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration, education, and mentorship.

Application Instructions

Applications, including a current CV and cover letter, should be submitted through the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine job board; click “Apply Now” to submit.  Review of applications ends when the position is filled.

Please direct inquiries to saeed.mohammad@vumc.org

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.