Newborn Hospitalist

Job Summary

Pediatric Newborn Hospitalist – Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine – East Tennessee State University- Mild 4-Season Climate, Situated in the Central Appalachian Highlands. 

The Department of Pediatrics at East Tennessee State University (ETSU), Quillen College of Medicine, and Medical Education Assistance Corporation (MEAC), in conjunction with Ballad Health seeks a qualified Newborn Pediatric Hospitalist to join a dynamic team of hospitalists. 

Experience should include: 

• Demonstrated skill in newborn medicine
• Demonstrated skill in Neonatal Resuscitation and stabilization for transport
• Experience in medical education
• Experience in quality improvement is a plus
• Willingness to perform circumcisions 

This position will be an ETSU non-tenure, clinical track faculty appointment (contingent on external funding).  Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will receive a full benefits package through ETSU. 

Responsibilities include providing nursery services and delivery attendance at multiple Ballad Health level 1 newborn nurseries in the region, including but not limited to Franklin Woods Community Hospital, Indian Path Community Hospital, and Niswonger Children’s Hospital, the region’s primary pediatric inpatient site. Clinical coverage at Niswonger Children’s Hospital would also include potential daytime rounding on lower acuity level III NICU coverage. There is an opportunity for involvement with quality improvement, patient safety, and medical student and resident education. 

The review of applicants will continue until this position is filled. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. 

Our region is located at the base of the Appalachian Mountains and offers excellent schools, a low cost of living, and a wealth of outdoor activities. 

Required Qualifications

At time of hire:

• MD/DO
• BC/BE in pediatrics at time of hire 

Compensation and Benefits

• Job Family – Academic Faculty 4

• Salary – Based on commensurate

• For more information regarding benefits, please visit ( Employee Benefits)

Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are required to be posted a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar day.  This is subject to change without notice to the applicants.

• This position is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

• Please attached the following documents: Cover Letter, CV and Copy of Transcripts

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, and recent strategic initiatives that prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

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.  Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.