Obstetrics & Gynecology Faculty at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN

Job Description

General Obstetrics & Gynecology Faculty Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology \n

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• Located in downtown Nashville, Tennessee
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• Physician-led team with collegial, collaborative culture
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• Leadership commitment to work/life balance
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• $330,000 base salary
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• Tuition assistance for faculty, spouse, and children
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• No state income tax in TN
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• PSLF eligible
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking OB/Gyn Generalist faculty to join one of the Southeast’s most respected academic women’s health programs. With 40+ generalists across two major inpatient centers and 10+ ambulatory sites, this is a rare opportunity to practice at the highest level of academic medicine, with world-renowned subspecialists at your side, protected time to pursue your interests, and a collegial team that is always there when you need them.\n
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“You get to do very cool medicine in an environment where there is always someone to call for help. You are NEVER working alone.” — Dr. Jody Stonehocker, OB/Gyn Generalist Division Director \n

\n Position Highlights \n

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• Structured, sustainable weekly schedule: 3 clinical days (11-13 patients per half-day in clinic, rotating OR days), 1 day on L&D rotation working alongside resident trainees, and 1 full day of protected academic time to pursue your professional interests.
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• 32 call shifts per year: 1 weekday call shift per month and 10 weekend shifts per year — shared among a large group of 40+ generalists for a manageable, predictable workload.
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• Practice alongside world-renowned subspecialists across six OB/Gyn divisions: MFM, REI, MIGS, gyn oncology, global health — with immediate access to consultation and referral so you can always deliver the best care for your patients.
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• High-acuity, high-volume inpatient environment: 5,700+ deliveries annually at a quaternary care center serving a deeply diverse patient population, including complex referrals from community hospitals throughout Middle Tennessee.
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• You are never alone — a collegial team of 40+ generalists who are always supportive, always willing to cover a shift, and always working for each other’s work-life balance.
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• 20% protected academic time from day one — pursue research, quality improvement, education, or leadership in whatever direction aligns with your strengths and interests.
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• Faculty appointment at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine with strong leadership support for professional growth, with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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• Strong culture of leadership development: department actively sponsors faculty for training courses in education, leadership, and quality.
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Compensation \n

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• Base salary: $330,000
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• Relocation assistance: $10,000
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• CME: $4,000 allowance | 10 CME days
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• All licenses, certifications, and dues covered separately after start date, including ABOG MOC and ACOG dues
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Benefits \n

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• No state income tax in Tennessee
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• PSLF eligible: as a non-profit organization, VUMC employees qualify for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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• Tuition assistance for faculty, spouse, and up to 4 dependent children
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• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
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• Short and long-term disability coverage
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• Malpractice coverage included
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• Lucrative retirement match
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• Immediate access to PTO
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• Wellbeing programs covering mental, physical, and financial health
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Qualifications \n

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• MD/DO with board certification or eligibility in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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• Completion of a U.S. residency program required
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• No visa sponsorship available for this position
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• A firm commitment to the Vanderbilt values of innovation, collaboration, and quality
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• Academic rank is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and career goals.
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About Vanderbilt University Medical Center \n
\nVanderbilt University Medical Center is one of the most prominent academic medical centers in the Southeast, with 7 hospitals, 180+ outpatient clinics, and over 160 residency and fellowship programs. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology includes 170+ physicians, NPs, and CNMs across six specialty divisions dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and training the next generation of women’s health providers. The VUMC OB/Gyn training programs remain among the most highly regarded in the country, and our L&D serves as a direct referral destination for community hospitals throughout Middle Tennessee — enabling those hospitals to maintain capacity and stay open in areas that would otherwise become maternity care deserts.\n

\n About Nashville \n
\nNashville is one of the fastest-growing and most vibrant cities in the United States. Music City offers world-class dining, arts, sports, and entertainment alongside a lower-than-average cost of living, no state income tax, and a higher-than-average per capita income. Housing ranges from urban downtown to scenic countryside, with an international airport and abundant outdoor activities all within easy reach.\n

\n Learn more by applying today!\n
\nLindsay Waters, Physician Recruiter\n
\nVanderbilt University Medical Center\n
\View email address on ziprecruiter.com\n
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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.