East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
01/19/2026
Minimum Certifications Required
MD, Pediatric Residency, Board Certified/Board Eligible
Pediatrician
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital is seeking a dedicated, compassionate general pediatrician to join a thriving practice and provide high-quality, comprehensive care to infants, children and adolescents. This position offers a collaborative, patient-centered environment with a strong emphasis on continuity of care.
This position includes a highly competitive salary and robust benefit package. The ideal candidate will have excellent clinical, interpersonal and communication skills, 5+ years of post-residency primary care experience, be board-certified/board-eligible in general pediatrics and must be able to obtain an unrestricted Tennessee Medical License.
About East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
East Tennessee 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 130,000 patients including an average of 10,000 surgical cases, 54,300 emergency visits and 43,000 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. East Tennessee 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.
Please contact Linda Cox-Collier, lcoxcollier@etch.com or (865) 541-8532 to learn more about this opportunity.