Ophthalmologist Job at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN

The Vanderbilt Eye Institute in Nashville, Tennessee is actively seeking a Cornea and Uveitis specialist to join our current faculty of 2 Corneal specialists and 2 Uveitis specialists. The Vanderbilt Eye Institute is a multi-specialty academic ophthalmology practice with multiple satellite offices and annual patient volume in excess of 150,000. An associated Veteran's Administration Hospital is located across the street.

The Department seeks faculty candidates who are cornea fellowship-trained and certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology, who have experience and comfort with managing complex corneal conditions and surgery along with ocular inflammation such as scleritis, ocular cicatricial pemphigoid, peripheral ulcerative keratitis, anterior uveitis, etc. In addition to cornea clinic, this faculty member will spend 1 day a week in the uveitis clinic.

This position is a full-time clinician-educator or clinical-practice track Assistant Professor position. The position is open to matched cornea fellows with expected 2025 training completion, recent cornea fellowship graduates, and current clinical faculty with a desire to integrate a patient care practice with a demonstrated commitment to teaching in an academic setting. Clinical and translational research opportunities and mentorship are available.

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. Together with numerous community hospitals, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, and Vanderbilt Primary Care Medical Practices, the health system offers a diverse culture that provides outstanding opportunities for physicians and advanced practice providers to start and advance their careers.

Nashville, Tennessee, often referred to as "Music City," is not only a cultural and entertainment hub but also a thriving community with a rich history and warm Southern hospitality. Known for its vibrant music scene and diverse culinary landscape, Nashville offers an array of recreational activities, including parks, hiking trails, and water sports. The city boasts excellent K-12 educational opportunities, with a mix of highly-rated public and private schools catering to diverse educational needs. With a rapidly growing population and a welcoming atmosphere, Nashville is an ideal location for physicians seeking both professional growth and a high quality of life.

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.