Pediatrics Hospitalist Medical Director-Associate Professor

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Department of Pediatrics and Medical Education Assistance Corporation (MEAC), in conjunction with Niswonger Children’s Hospital, seeks an outstanding leader to serve as Director of the Division of Pediatrics Hospital Medicine.  This position will be an Associate Professor or Professor level.  This is a great opportunity for a visionary leader to guide a dynamic division dedicated to patient care, education, quality improvement, research, and academic excellence within one of the nation’s top medical schools. The Division Director is responsible for strategic leadership, faculty and provider development, clinical program oversight, and operational management within Pediatric Hospital Medicine. The Division Director will foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, educational distinction, innovation, and scientific inquiry, representing the department, institution, and beyond.

Our Pediatric Hospital Medicine Division provides comprehensive care to children in both inpatient and outpatient settings, leads innovative program development, and is recognized for its commitment to education and research.  The division consists of a dynamic team of 10 hospitalists who are active in our quality improvement projects, research, and teaching of medical students and pediatric residents.  The position will be an ETSU non-tenure, clinical track faculty appointment (contingent upon MEAC funding).

Responsibilities include providing services at Niswonger Children’s Hospital at Johnson City Medical Center, the primary inpatient site for medical students and resident pediatric education for the ETSU Quillen College of Medicine, and other Ballad Hospitals.  Niswonger Children’s Hospital provides medical care to pediatric patients from a large geographic area, including Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Southern West Virginia, Eastern Kentucky, and Western North Carolina.

Our region is at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains and offers excellent schools, affordable cost of living, and a wealth of outdoor activities.  The beautiful Smoky Mountain National Park is in proximity.

Required Qualifications

• The candidate must be BC/BE in Pediatrics at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated Skill in inpatient pediatrics, newborn nursery, and medical education.
• Experience in quality improvement is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary:            Commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Benefits:         www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits
• Note:               This position is contingent upon grant funding

Application Instructions

• Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copy of Transcripts

• Please note:

• Exempt positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. The closing date is subject to change without notice.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution’s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer Statement:

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations