Pediatrics Faculty in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (VEO-IBD)

Description

The Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Department of Pediatrics seeks a faculty member in its Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, with a clinical focus on Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. The Division is currently comprised of 23 physicians and 6 nurse practitioners, and supports an ACGME-approved fellowship training program in pediatric gastroenterology. 

Academic rank, track, and compensation will be dependent upon qualifications.  VUMC offers a generous benefits package to its faculty.  

Job Description

Responsibilities of this position 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. In addition to general pediatric gastroenterology expertise,  a  clinical focus on inflammatory bowel diseases, particularly Very Early Onset Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (VEO-IBD) is expected.

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to excellence in research, education, and patient care. The Department 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, offering an exceptional work environment with the opportunity to perform superb multi-disciplinary 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 which will result in more than 400 beds for the Children’s Hospital.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is located 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 sari.acra@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.