Emergency Medicine - Physician Job at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN

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  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  • Nashville, TN

Job Description

Emergency Medicine - Physician at Vanderbilt University Medical Center summary:

This role is for an Emergency Medicine Physician who will lead the Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, combining clinical care, education, and global health leadership. The physician will provide emergency patient care, mentor fellows and students, and expand global health partnerships, while driving research and educational outreach in emergency medicine. Candidates must have board certification in Emergency Medicine, significant clinical experience, and a passion for global health and academic leadership.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Emergency Medicine Physician to serve as the Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship Director. This role offers the opportunity to blend clinical expertise with leadership in global health, education, and research. The ideal candidate would bring experience in global emergency medicine, a commitment to educational excellence, and a passion for advancing emergency care worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fellowship Leadership: Lead and direct the Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship, ensuring alignment with best practices in global health and emergency medicine education. Mentor fellows in their academic, clinical, and professional development, offering guidance on research, quality improvement initiatives, and global health projects. Maintain accreditation and represent the program at monthly VUMC GME meetings and SAEM’s Global EM Fellowship Consortium meetings.
  • Clinical Practice: Provide high-quality emergency care in VUMC’s busy emergency department, which treats over 200,000 patients annually. As a clinical leader, model best practices in patient care, emergency protocols, and teamwork while contributing to the training of residents and medical students.
  • Global Health Initiatives : Expand Vanderbilt’s academic partnership with Georgetown Public Hospital in Guyana. Lead efforts in capacity building, emergency care system strengthening, and global health education. Foster collaborations with Vanderbilt’s Global Health Institute to enhance global health impact.
  • Research and Scholarship: Drive research in global emergency medicine, securing funding, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at national and international conferences. Encourage and support fellows' research endeavors, fostering a culture of inquiry and evidence-based practice.
  • Educational Outreach: Design and implement educational programs, workshops, and resources aimed at improving emergency care in resource-limited settings globally. Participate in public speaking engagements, webinars, and other forums to advocate for global health initiatives and emergency medicine education.

Qualifications:

  • MD with board certification in Emergency Medicine. Fellowship training in Global Emergency Medicine or equivalent experience is highly preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine, with significant exposure to global health initiatives and academic leadership.
  • Proven track record of educational leadership and driving global health projects.
  • Strong clinical and emergency care expertise, excellent mentorship and communication skills, and proficiency in research methodology, grant writing, and academic publishing. The ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and cultures.
  • Commitment: A passion for global health, medical education, and improving emergency care systems globally.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is a nationally recognized leader in clinical care, education, and research. As one of the largest academic medical centers in the U.S., VUMC is renowned for its innovative research and outstanding teaching programs. The Department of Emergency Medicine provides comprehensive emergency care through multiple sites, including Vanderbilt University Hospital, the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital, and the Nashville VA Medical Center.

Emergency Department Overview:

VUMC’s Emergency Department is a Level I trauma center and one of the busiest in the region, providing emergency services to a diverse patient population. The department is also a key training site for emergency medicine residents and medical students, with a strong focus on clinical excellence and education. The department includes divisions focused on operations, EMS, ultrasound, and global emergency medicine. VUMC serves over 200,000 patients annually in its emergency departments, and the Department is ranked #2 in NIH funding nationally.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive Base Salary + Incentives
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Percentage Matched by Vanderbilt
  • Professional Development Fund
  • Generous PTO and CME time
  • Multiple Comprehensive Health Plan Options
  • No Income Tax in the State of Tennessee

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to Sarah Casen. In your cover letter, please highlight your experience in global emergency medicine, and fellowship leadership roles.

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.

International medical graduates seeking to apply for available physician positions must be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), must have passed the United States medical licensing examinations (USMLE Step 1 and Step 2), must have completed a United States based residency even if they have completed a residency or practiced medicine in another country, and must hold a current J-1 or H-1B visa

Keywords:

emergency medicine physician, global health fellowship, medical education leadership, clinical emergency care, global emergency medicine, emergency department, academic medical center, emergency medicine research, medical fellowship director, Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Job Tags

Internship, H1b, Worldwide,

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