Physician Cardiology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and the Vanderbilt Heart and Vascular Institute (VHVI) are seeking a cardiologist with expertise in critical care cardiology to join the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. This opportunity presents the ability to contribute to one of the top cardiovascular programs in the world and blend clinical excellence with academic & research initiatives.

Vanderbilt Heart and Vascular Institute (VHVI)

The Vanderbilt Heart and Vascular Institute is a multidisciplinary clinical operation that coordinates comprehensive services in cardiology, cardiac surgery, vascular medicine and vascular surgery.  VHVI is a collaborative operation between the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, and the Department of Vascular Surgery. VHVI is recognized as a leader in clinical care, research, education, and healthcare operations.   VHVI houses the busiest heart transplantation program in the world and is an international referral center for cardiac genetics, electrophysiology/complex VT ablations, connective tissue disorders, adult congenital heart disease, autonomic dysfunction, complex percutaneous and open cardiac procedures, and vascular medicine. 

The VUMC Department of Medicine has been ranked first in NIH funding for the last 2 years.  The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine has a robust portfolio of externally funded research, with annual research awards of approximately $43 million. The Division of Cardiology includes over 150 faculty, 30 general and sub-specialty fellows, Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Advanced Practitioners, and is integral to the education of Vanderbilt graduate students, medical students, residents, and fellows.

The 41-bed Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is an integrated Surgical and Medical CVICU, offering intensive, multidisciplinary care. The CVICU treats patients suffering from cardiogenic shock, acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, valvular heart disease, cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, complications of pregnancy, aortic disease, as well as critically ill patients with underlying cardiac disease. The integrated unit provides the latest in critical care technology, including the full array of mechanical circulatory support from percutaneous micro axial flow devices to percutaneous and centrally cannulated ECMO. 

In the next 12-18 months, with the opening of the 180-bed state-of-the-art Jim Ayers Tower, the CVICU will  ultimately expand to an aggregate 70-bed footprint comprised of medical and surgical cardiovascular intensive care beds managed by four collaborative teams: Heart Failure/Transplant Surgical CVICU, Heart Failure/Transplant Medical CVICU, Fast Track Surgical CVICU, and Comprehensive Medical CVICU to meet the needs of our patients and referring hospitals.

The primary focus of this position will be leading patient care on the Comprehensive Medical CVICU team staffed with Cardiology Fellows, Medicine Interns & Residents, and Critical Care Advanced Practice Providers.  Additional clinical responsibilities will include a cardiology ambulatory clinic at various VUMC clinic sites, as well as  non-ICU based inpatient Cardiology services. The candidate will support the academic mission of Vanderbilt University Medical Center by providing supervision, education, and mentorship to students and postgraduate trainees. In addition to CCU clinical responsibilities, the select candidate will have opportunities to pursue other clinical and research interests if desired.

  Qualifications:

• Completion of a nationally accredited Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship
• Board certified or eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
• Extensive experience in Cardiovascular Intensive Care or Fellowship in Critical Care is preferred
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Tennessee Medical License

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Relocation allowance
• Commencement bonus
• Professional development allowance and CME time
• Immediate access to PTO
• Favorable retirement match
• No state income tax in TN
• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition Benefit for Dependent Children
• As a non-profit organization, our employees are eligible for state and federal loan forgiveness
• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

Interested candidates may apply for this opportunity by contacting Brennan Bogner, Physician Recruiter, at View email address on ziprecruiter.com

About Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC)

VUMC is the largest comprehensive research, teaching and patient care health system in the Mid-South region. Represented as "Vanderbilt Health," this growing health system includes the leading adult and children's hospitals in the Southeast. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the health system sees more than 3.2 million patient visits a year. Vanderbilt Health is a resource for patients and clinicians throughout Tennessee and beyond to provide advanced care for complex and rare conditions.  Considered among the nation’s best hospitals, the medical center is the highest-ranking hospital system in the Southeast by U.S. News and World Report for both adults and children.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is located in Nashville, Tennessee, near Music Row. Nashville, Tennessee is a thriving community of commerce, finance, healthcare, and music. It has been named the 3rd Top Meeting Destination in North America and falls among the Top 10 Best Big Cities in the United States. In 2023, Nashville ranked fifth in The South’s Best Cities. The Nashville metropolitan area is estimated to be home to over 2million people and is and constantly growing. The city is a creative center, with a lively arts, music, and food scene and it hosts a convenient international airport with direct flights to London and other international destinations.

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.