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Trauma Surgery Job at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Lebanon, TN
Physician | Trauma Surgery Job | Lebanon, TN 37087
Vanderbilt Health - Trauma or General Surgery position in Nashville metro
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Physician-Trauma Surgery
Employment Type: Full-Time
Telemedicine : No 
Practice Type: Employee
Immigration Assistance: No
Loan Assistance: NoJob Description
Vanderbilt Health is seeking an acute care or general surgeon to join a growing regional practice in Lebanon, Tennessee, about 25 miles east of downtown Nashville.
Position Highlights:
- Join an existing cohort of three surgeons supporting Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital (VWCH), a 245-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center.
- In this non-faculty position, enjoy a mix of acute care surgery and elective general surgery with a dedicated First Assist, experienced OR staff, and excellent turnover times.
- Cover 16 shifts per month, 12-hour shifts in this acute care surgery model, with evenly shared days/nights/holidays.
- Outpatient clinic shared with the group and supported by dedicated APP staff.
- Excellent support from colleagues and leadership as well as strong relationships with hospital medicine and other subspecialties.
- Access to resources available through the larger VUMC Surgery Section, including case conferences, education, professional development, and mentorship.
- Enjoy practicing in a close-knit and growing hospital with a team that is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the local community.
Qualifications: MD/DO with board certification or eligibility in General Surgery and/or Acute Care Surgery with a firm commitment to the Vanderbilt values of innovation, collaboration, and quality.
Benefits:
- Two-year base salary guarantee
- Incentive bonus
- Commencement bonus
- Relocation allowance
- Professional Development allowance and CME time
- Immediate access to PTO
- Lucrative retirement match
- No state income tax in TN
- High-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
- As a non-profit organization, our employees are eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs
- Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Vanderbilt Health is Middle Tennessee’s premier healthcare provider and is affiliated with the prestigious Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. The cornerstone of the organization is Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a 1,000-bed tertiary care hospital known for having the state's busiest emergency department and the region’s only Level-I trauma center. Wilson County Hospital joined Vanderbilt in 2019, and with over $40M in investments, has improved both quality of care and made a significant impact on the surrounding community. VWCH was recently named as one of the top 35 general hospitals in the US by Leapfrog and is one of the county’s largest employers, contributing nearly $1B in community benefit and investment.
Lebanon, Tennessee, known as the "Cedar City," is a charming and rapidly growing community located just 25 miles east of downtown Nashville. This family-friendly city offers a high quality of life with a blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. Lebanon boasts excellent schools, a low cost of living, and a wide range of recreational activities, including beautiful parks, hiking trails, and the nearby Cedars of Lebanon State Park. Residents enjoy a vibrant local culture with various dining options, shops, and annual events like the Wilson County Fair, one of the largest in the state. With its close proximity to Nashville, residents have easy access to world-class entertainment, healthcare, and educational opportunities. Physicians considering a move to Lebanon will find a welcoming community, a supportive professional environment, and an ideal place to call home.
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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