candidate will be expected to have strong clinical and communication skills and be interested in working with typical and medically complex children.
This position includes a highly competitive salary and robust benefit package, along with productivity and quality-based incentives.
Requirement
The ideal candidate will be board-certified or eligible, and fellowship trained in Pediatric Pulmonology and must be able to obtain a Tennessee Medical License.
This position has a potential opportunity for a faculty appointment with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine - Knoxville, rank commensurate with experience. Dolly Parton Children's Hospital will launch a pediatric residency program in 2027! This is an amazing opportunity to be part of building an educational program for the next generation of pediatricians.
About Dolly Parton Children's Hospital
Dolly Parton Children's Hospital is a free-standing, independent, not-for-profit pediatric health care system serving the East Tennessee region. We exist to improve the health of children through comprehensive, family-centered care, wellness and education.
As a Comprehensive Regional Pediatric Center, we offer full capabilities to care for seriously ill children in a unique pediatric environment and offer the services of many different pediatric subspecialties. Annually, our hospital serves more than 500,000 patient encounters including an average of 5,000 inpatient admissions, 150,000 primary care visits, 80,000 specialty care visits, 10,000 surgical cases, 55,000 emergency visits and 45,000 urgent care visits.
Care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter - every interaction, every time. Dolly Parton Children's Hospital is taking care of our future, one child at a time.
About East Tennessee
Knoxville is a dynamic university town, offering a blend of small-town southern charm and big-city opportunity, and is known for its hospitality and affordability. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, the city is located on the banks of the Tennessee River and surrounded by large, beautiful lakes. The area has four mild seasons with a wealth of opportunities for sports and outdoor enthusiasts. Explore 850 miles of hiking trails, easily drive six hours to the beach or take one of the 25 direct flights from the regional airport to visit a new destination. This area is a wonderful place to raise a family with excellent public schools and lots of family-friendly activities. Knoxville is experiencing steady growth, while still maintaining a small-town feel where no one meets a stranger. Continue your medical career with a team that values compassion, ownership, respect and excellence.
