Pediatric Gastroenterologist Assistant/Associate Professor

Company: Ballad Health
Location: Johnson City
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

East Tennessee State University is seeking a Pediatric Gastroenterologist Assistant/Associate Professor 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! ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. patty.turner@balladhealth.org Note to International Medical Graduates (IMGs): Please be advised that while the State of Tennessee has recently enacted legislation regarding the licensure of International Medical Graduates, this law applies exclusively to institutions with Tennessee-based ACGME-accredited residency programs. Because our residency programs are based in Virginia, we are unable to facilitate the pathways provided by this specific Tennessee legislation. IMGs seeking to utilize these new state-specific opportunities are encouraged to focus their search on Tennessee-based academic institutions.

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