Healthcare Jobs at Academic Medical Centers in Tennessee

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Seeks Bone and Soft Tissue Pathologist

October 12, 2026

The Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center invites applications for multiple academic pathology faculty positions, including Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology, Head and Neck Pathology, Gynecologic/Breast Pathology, Gastrointestinal (GI) Pathology. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is among the nation's premier academic medical centers, recognized for excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation. The department is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative culture built around exceptional patient care, faculty development, and trainee education. These opportunities offer physicians the ability to develop specialized clinical practices while contributing to education, research, and programmatic growth. Faculty appointments are available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on the Clinician Educator, Clinical Practice, or applicable academic track depending on qualifications and experience. Successful candidates will join a diverse, highly collaborative team of nationally respected pathologists within a department known for outstanding training programs, strong institutional support, and a commitment to academic excellence. Opportunity Highlights: • Join one of the nation's leading academic medical centers and pathology departments • Practice within a collaborative, subspecialized pathology environment • Opportunities for clinical excellence, education, and academic advancement • Work alongside nationally recognized faculty and multidisciplinary teams • Participate in resident, fellow, and medical student education • Access opportunities for translational, clinical, and basic science research • Thrive in a supportive department focused on both patients and people • Enjoy the resources and reputation of a nationally ranked medical center Community Information: Nashville, Tennessee offers a dynamic blend of culture, innovation, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. With a metropolitan population exceeding one million residents, outstanding schools, thriving neighborhoods, and no state income tax, Nashville continues to attract top physicians and researchers from across the country. 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.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Seeks Head and Neck Pathologist

October 12, 2026

The Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center invites applications for Head and Neck Pathologists. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is among the nation's premier academic medical centers, recognized for excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation. The department is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative culture built around exceptional patient care, faculty development, and trainee education. These opportunities offer physicians the ability to develop specialized clinical practices while contributing to education, research, and programmatic growth. Faculty appointments are available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on the Clinician Educator, Clinical Practice, or applicable academic track depending on qualifications and experience. Successful candidates will join a diverse, highly collaborative team of nationally respected pathologists within a department known for outstanding training programs, strong institutional support, and a commitment to academic excellence. Opportunity Highlights: • Join one of the nation's leading academic medical centers and pathology departments • Practice within a collaborative, subspecialized pathology environment • Opportunities for clinical excellence, education, and academic advancement • Work alongside nationally recognized faculty and multidisciplinary teams • Participate in resident, fellow, and medical student education • Access opportunities for translational, clinical, and basic science research • Thrive in a supportive department focused on both patients and people • Enjoy the resources and reputation of a nationally ranked medical center Community Information: Nashville, Tennessee offers a dynamic blend of culture, innovation, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. With a metropolitan population exceeding one million residents, outstanding schools, thriving neighborhoods, and no state income tax, Nashville continues to attract top physicians and researchers from across the country. 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.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Seeks Women’s Health Pathologist

October 12, 2026

The Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center invites applications for Gynecologic/Breast Pathologists. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is among the nation's premier academic medical centers, recognized for excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation. The department is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative culture built around exceptional patient care, faculty development, and trainee education. These opportunities offer physicians the ability to develop specialized clinical practices while contributing to education, research, and programmatic growth. Faculty appointments are available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on the Clinician Educator, Clinical Practice, or applicable academic track depending on qualifications and experience. Successful candidates will join a diverse, highly collaborative team of nationally respected pathologists within a department known for outstanding training programs, strong institutional support, and a commitment to academic excellence. Opportunity Highlights: • Join one of the nation's leading academic medical centers and pathology departments • Practice within a collaborative, subspecialized pathology environment • Opportunities for clinical excellence, education, and academic advancement • Work alongside nationally recognized faculty and multidisciplinary teams • Participate in resident, fellow, and medical student education • Access opportunities for translational, clinical, and basic science research • Thrive in a supportive department focused on both patients and people • Enjoy the resources and reputation of a nationally ranked medical center Community Information: Nashville, Tennessee offers a dynamic blend of culture, innovation, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. With a metropolitan population exceeding one million residents, outstanding schools, thriving neighborhoods, and no state income tax, Nashville continues to attract top physicians and researchers from across the country. 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.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Seeks a Gastrointestinal (GI) Pathologist

October 12, 2026

The Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center invites applications for a Gastrointestinal (GI) Pathologist. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is among the nation's premier academic medical centers, recognized for excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation. The department is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative culture built around exceptional patient care, faculty development, and trainee education. These opportunities offer physicians the ability to develop specialized clinical practices while contributing to education, research, and programmatic growth. Faculty appointments are available at the Assistant or Associate Professor level on the Clinician Educator, Clinical Practice, or applicable academic track depending on qualifications and experience. Successful candidates will join a diverse, highly collaborative team of nationally respected pathologists within a department known for outstanding training programs, strong institutional support, and a commitment to academic excellence. Opportunity Highlights: • Join one of the nation's leading academic medical centers and pathology departments • Practice within a collaborative, subspecialized pathology environment • Opportunities for clinical excellence, education, and academic advancement • Work alongside nationally recognized faculty and multidisciplinary teams • Participate in resident, fellow, and medical student education • Access opportunities for translational, clinical, and basic science research • Thrive in a supportive department focused on both patients and people • Enjoy the resources and reputation of a nationally ranked medical center Community Information: Nashville, Tennessee offers a dynamic blend of culture, innovation, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. With a metropolitan population exceeding one million residents, outstanding schools, thriving neighborhoods, and no state income tax, Nashville continues to attract top physicians and researchers from across the country. 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.

Interventional Cardiologist

October 12, 2026

$505k to $550k

A premier Level I Trauma Center seeks an Academic Interventional Cardiologist to help build a STEMI program and advance interventional cardiology services. This position offers leadership opportunities while working in a growing medical academic center focused on teaching, research, and innovation. As an Assistant or Associate Professor and Physician. Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, or advanced cardiology disease and experienced and comfortable working without surgical backup. Opportunity Highlights

Help build a STEMI program and expand interventional cardiology services
Take advantage of leadership opportunities in a growing medical academic center
Join an academic role with approximately 90% patient care and 10% teaching and research
Teach and work alongside medical students, residents, and fellows daily within the clinic
Maintain an excellent work-life balance with a Monday-to-Friday schedule
Bring your vision, leadership skills, and academic interests to help grow new clinical initiatives and enhance service line development
Experienced candidates may be considered for leadership opportunities, including Division Chief or other program leadership roles, with administrative support and stipend opportunities commensurate with experience and responsibility
J-1 and H-1B visa candidates will be considered

Community Information Memphis offers the access, affordability, and culture many physicians want at this stage of their career. The city provides a strong regional health care environment, no state income tax, and a distinctive lifestyle shaped by music, food, sports, riverfront recreation, and year-round outdoor opportunities. The attached sample content highlights Memphis as a mid-sized city with a low cost of living, historic downtown, family-friendly activities, and a diverse, welcoming community.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can support stronger take-home pay for relocating physicians.
Memphis is recognized for cost-of-living advantages, with 2026 cost-of-living sources describing the city as more affordable than the national average.

Faculty Anesthesiologist

October 12, 2026

$420k to $560k

A premier Level I Trauma Center—the only one within a 150-mile radius and renowned for delivering comprehensive, high-acuity care to over 4,500 critically injured patients annually—seeks a General Anesthesiologist. Work in a team model providing high-quality care and supervising residents and CRNAs in a collaborative environment. Experience an array of diverse general anesthesiology cases with call built into the schedule and excellent compensation. Opportunity Highlights • Engage in a dynamic practice where you'll encounter diverse cases and collaborate in a care team model • Enjoy an exceptional quality of life, with call seamlessly integrated into a monthly schedule of 16 x 10-hour shifts • Benefit from compensation that increases with your longevity and experience and includes a State of Tennessee stipend for teaching • Contribute to shaping future leaders in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine by providing valuable training and guidance Community Information Memphis, TN, stands out among mid-sized cities for its low cost of living. Rich in history, Memphis boasts a revitalized and historic downtown and a diverse, welcoming community with family-friendly activities. • Named a Best Place to Live and a Best Place to Retire (US News) • Tennessee is a Best Place to Practice in 2023 (Medscape) • Memphis is one of the 23 Best Places to Go in 2023 (Conde Nast Traveler) • No state income tax • Home to a world-renowned music, theater, and arts scene • Exciting sports events with an NBA team, multiple colleges, and professional USL soccer • Mississippi Riverfront provides endless outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and boating • Pleasurable year-round weather, beautiful parks, the Mississippi River, and plenty of lakes and trails • Healthcare hub of the Midsouth with a growing local economy

Emergency Medicine Physician

October 12, 2026

$350k to $450k

Dive into academic emergency medicine, where your clinical skills directly impact resident education. A premier Level I Trauma Center—the only one within a 150-mile radius and renowned for delivering comprehensive, high-acuity care to over 45k critically injured patients annually—seeks an Emergency Medicine Faculty Physician. With an even split between trauma and medicine cases and flexible block scheduling, you'll enjoy a customizable practice that supports your professional goals. Connect with us today to learn more. Opportunity Highlights

Mentor residents in a clinical setting while focusing primarily on direct patient care
Balance your practice with a 50/50 split between trauma and medicine cases
Develop academically with a structured 90% clinical/10% academic focus
Enjoy predictable scheduling with blocks arranged 2 months ahead, customizable to your needs
Benefit from PSLF loan assistance for qualifying educational loans
J1/H1B visa support for international medical graduates
Assistant/Associate or Full Professor faculty appointment
12-hour shift/Flexible on # of shifts – earn extra compensation for working more than 13 shifts per month

Community Information – Enjoy No State Income Tax in Memphis, TN Memphis, TN, stands out among mid-sized cities for its low cost of living. Rich in history, Memphis boasts a revitalized and historic downtown and a diverse, welcoming community with family-friendly activities.?Area Vibes gives Memphis A+ grades in Commute, Cost of Living, Housing, and Health & Safety.

Memphis is a Best Place to Live and Retire (US News)
Memphis is a Best City for Outdoor Activities in America, a City with the Lowest Cost of Living in America, and a Most Diverse City in America (Niche)
No state income tax?in Tennessee
Home to a world-renowned music, theater, and arts scene
Exciting sports events with an NBA team, multiple colleges, and professional USL soccer
Mississippi Riverfront provides endless outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and boating
Pleasurable year-round weather, beautiful parks, the Mississippi River, and plenty of lakes and trails
Healthcare hub of the Midsouth with a growing local economy
Memphis offers top-rated schools and a strong commitment to preparing students for college success