Pediatrics Physician

Pediatrician

The Department of Neonatology, part of Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt (MCJCHV), is seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Pediatrician to support Cookeville Regional Medical Center, an affiliate hospital with Vanderbilt University Medical Center. We are looking for a highly skilled clinician with a focus on hospital medicine and a special interest in delivery rooms and newborn care.

Job Description

• Provide hospital medicine and newborn care at Cookeville Regional Medical Center as a Vanderbilt employee
• Participate in delivery room procedures and newborn care
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and clinical operations
• Perform circumcisions, UVC placements, and intubations using LMA

Requirements

• Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine
• Clinical focus on hospital medicine with training in delivery rooms and newborn care
• Ability to perform circumcisions, UVC placements, intubations using LMA
• NRP certified

Community Overview

Located in the heart of the Upper Cumberland region, Cookeville offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city convenience.

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a lower cost of living without sacrificing quality of life. Overall cost of living is approximately 12% lower than national averages and no state income tax in TN.
• Outdoor Paradise: Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, Cookeville is minutes from waterfalls, hiking trails, and state parks like Cummins Falls and Burgess Falls.
• Prime Location: Conveniently situated between Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga, Cookeville offers easy access to major cities while maintaining a peaceful lifestyle.

The Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, part of Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital, is dedicated to the care of hospitalized children through four specialized sections: hospital medicine, complex care, palliative care, and child maltreatment. The division plays a vital role in both inpatient and outpatient pediatric care while also contributing to medical education, research, and community advocacy. Led by a multidisciplinary team of physicians, psychologists, and nurse practitioners, the division strives to ensure every child receives the best possible care in a supportive and family-centered environment.