Physician Gastroenterology, Pediatric Permanent Pay: Up to Negotiable

Physician Gastroenterology, Pediatric

East Tennessee Medical Associates Johnson City, Tennessee

Job Shift: Full Time Days

Work Week Hours: 40.0

Pay: Up to Negotiable

Start Date: 01/26/2026

Additional Employer Description

The Department of Pediatrics at East Tennessee State University (ETSU), Quillen College of Medicine, and Medical Education Assistance Corporation (MEAC) are seeking a full-time BC/BE Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join our sizable collegial group of pediatricians and pediatric specialty medicine physicians in clinical care. You will work in a beautiful, new Pediatric Clinic with a warm, child and family-friendly environment, emerging as one of the region's largest tertiary referral centers.

Established Pediatric Subspecialty Clinic representing many specialties

The pediatric GI division has 3 physicians, a mid-level provider, a dietitian, and 3 nurses

24-bed Pediatric Inpatient Unit staffed by 8 Pediatric Hospitalists

Level III 39-bed NICU

The friendly college community is a great place to raise a family near the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains

Other considerations for this position

The position is at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Faculty rank is commensurate with education and experience

At the time of hire, completion of a Pediatric Gastroenterology fellowship is required

This is a non-tenure, clinical track position.

Academic responsibilities include teaching medical students and pediatric residents, and academic pursuits

Clinical responsibilities include providing clinical care at Niswonger Children's Hospital and out-patient gastroenterology clinic

Competitive salary and benefits package; position is contingent on external funding

Eligible J1 waiver candidates will be considered

We are located just west of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the area offers excellent schools, a low cost of living, and a wealth of outdoor activities. The mountains, rolling hills, and valleys surrounding the Johnson City region are part of the Appalachian Highlands. Exciting outdoor recreation close to home includes hiking, whitewater rafting, and various boating opportunities. Johnson City is ranked the #14 "Best Small Place for Business and Careers" in the USA by Forbes, and #5 in Kiplinger's list of "The 10 Least Expensive Cities For Living in the U.S.A."

All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:

• Paid time off & leave
• 17 paid holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Health and life insurance
• Retirement
• Access to University facilities and services and much more!