Physicians: Find your new clinical home in Middle Tennessee
Vanderbilt Health is a growing academic health system anchored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. It is one of the largest and most prominent health systems in the Southeast, providing patient care, conducting research and training the next generation of professionals.
We offer physician employment options from urban and suburban to rural practice settings, with the option of academic and non-academic positions. Nashville and Middle Tennessee isn’t just a great place to work — it’s a great place to live. With attractive housing options, top-rated schools, a thriving outdoors scene and no state income tax, it’s an ideal destination for physicians seeking both professional and personal fulfillment.
Whether working in one of our seven hospitals or one of our 180 clinics across the region, you will benefit from access to the resources of our world-class academic health system in a growing region.
Join a health system that takes care of its people
Alex Jahangir, MD, an orthopedic trauma surgeon at Vanderbilt Health, shares his perspective on being part of an organization dedicated to helping everyone thrive and succeed.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Vanderbilt Health, we believe supporting physicians means supporting their families too. When you join our team, you become part of a community that prioritizes your well-being—both inside and outside of work. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support personal well-being, professional development and overall quality of life for you and your family.
Physician-Centered Health Benefits
- Priority Access to Care – Get connected with a primary care or pediatric provider for yourself or a family member within 14 days.
- Faculty and Physician Wellness Program – Confidential support for counseling, coaching and recovery services for you and your family.
- Convenient Care – Access to occupational health and express care services.
- Well-Being Navigator – Explore all eight dimensions of wellness and connect with services and resources to support your health.
Support for You and Your Family
- Physician Parent Group – A supportive community for physician-parents across all departments at VUMC, including support groups, in-person events and activities like the annual Family Day.
- Child and Family Center – A childcare program operated by VUMC, providing a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
- Childcare Support – Subsidized backup care via Care.com and access to our "Sitter Service" network of trusted sitters.
Professional Growth
- Skills Coaching – Targeted coaching in a virtual or in-person environment to focus on communication, resilience and leadership skills.
- Free CME – Fulfill CME requirements at no cost to you through Vanderbilt-hosted programs.
Financial Wellbeing
- Credit Union – Competitive rates on loans, mortgages and banking services.
- Tuition Assistance – Receive up to 70% off one course per semester (or three per year) at Vanderbilt University or another accredited institution.
- Financial Tools – Access financial tools to manage your retirement benefits and meet your financial goals.
- Discounts – Enjoy discounts for VUMC employees from dozens of retailers and services from cell phone plans and insurance to aesthetic services, massage therapy and designer eyewear.
Work-Life Balance and Flexibility
- Flexible PTO – Provides eligible staff with a flexible bank of time off that can be used for vacations, holidays and brief illnesses.
- Extended leave options – Options for extended time off, including FMLA, non-FMLA, parental leave, bereavement, jury duty and military leave.
Physician Opportunities Across the State
In addition to a growing number of clinics across the state and beyond, Vanderbilt Health operates seven hospitals in Tennessee:
- Vanderbilt University Hospital, Nashville
- Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Nashville
- Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital, Nashville
- Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital, Nashville
- Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital, Lebanon
- Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital, Shelbyville
- Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital, Tullahoma