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Description
The Department of Pediatrics and the Mildred Stahlman Division of Neonatology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) seeks to recruit a neonatologist for a level II NICU at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia TN. Maury Regional Medical Center is a full-service hospital located 40 miles from Nashville. The 10-bed level II NICU (ADC ~ 5) at Maury Regional Medical Center is staffed 24 hours a day by in-house neonatal nurse practitioner supervised by neonatologists. In addition, a busy labor and delivery service with nearly 2000 deliveries per year is located onsite. The specialty services at VUMC are available for consultation and the Monroe Carell, Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt transport team is available for the transport of infants to the level IV NICU in Nashville when needed. The ideal candidate will be an experienced neonatologist with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, quality improvement, and education. Previous clinical leadership experience is also desirable. Suitable candidates will also be considered for the NICU medical director at Maury Regional Medical Center. Candidates not interested in the medical director role are also encouraged to apply.
The Mildred Stahlman Division of Neonatology is currently comprised of more than 50 faculty members who are committed to the departmental and institutional missions of excellence in clinical care, education, and scholarship. U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks the neonatal care provided by the Division as among the best in the country. The Monroe Carell, Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt level IV NICU is a regional perinatal Center for Tennessee and the Division participates actively in the Tennessee Initiative for Quality Perinatal Care. The Division supports a neonatal-perinatal medicine fellowship program.
Columbia, TN is located less than 50 miles south of Nashville and is the county seat of Maury County. With a population of nearly 50,000, Columbia has a vibrant downtown with a nearby Columbia Arts District that brings together artists' studios and galleries, cafes and restaurants, bakeries, and unique shopping opportunities. The weekly Columbia Farmers Market offers fresh local produce, meat, baked goods, flowers, and much more. Breweries, wineries, live music and theater make for a lively entertainment scene. Abundant outdoor activities are available nearby, including state parks, and the Duck River. FirstBank Amphitheater, in nearby Franklin, brings in major national touring musical and comedy acts. The "Music City" Nashville is also just a short drive away.
Academic rank, track, and compensation will be dependent on qualifications. VUMC offers a generous benefits package to its faculty and staff. The start date is negotiable and the position will remain open until filled.
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 US medical schools, offering an exceptional work environment with the opportunity to perform superb multidisciplinary care, education, and research. Monroe Carell, Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is ranked in 9 out of 10 pediatric specialty programs in U.S. News and World Reports 2025 to 2026 "Best Children's Hospitals".
§ Click here (https://pediatrics.vumc.org/neonatology) to learn more about the Mildred Stahlman Division of Neonatology.
§ Click here (https://pediatrics.vumc.org/) to learn more about the Department of Pediatrics.
§ Click here (https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/about-the-school/) for more information about the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
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 neonatal-perinatal medicine, 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, and scholarship.
Application Instructions
Applications, including a current CV and cover letter, should be submitted through the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Interfolio link: https://apply.interfolio.com/180107. Click "Apply Now" to submit. Review of applications ends when the position is filled.
Please direct inquiries to Brian Hackett (brian.hackett@vumc.org).