Academic Pediatric Gastroenterologist: Clinical & Teaching

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a faculty member to provide pediatric Gastroenterology services at UK Medical Center, Kentucky Children’s Hospital, and outreach locations via joint clinical services agreements with the department of Pediatrics, primarily in Lexington and surrounding counties.

The role includes clinical service delivery in clinics, inpatient, and on-call duties, plus teaching residents and medical students, and collaboration on clinical research and professional development

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent required.
• Minimum residency training required.
• Eligible for or licensed to practice medicine in Kentucky.
• Eligible for certification, or certified by, the American Board of Pediatrics and sub-board of Pediatric GI.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric GI clinical services at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Kentucky Children’s Hospital, and outreach locations.
• Deliver care in clinics, inpatient service, and on-call service.
• Teach in Department courses and supervise resident training.
• Collaborate on clinical research and care reports; participate in regional, state, and national meetings.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Physician - Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Job Title Physician - Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Requisition Number

Requisition Number FE04864

Working Title

Department Name

Department Name 7H656:PEDIATRICS - GASTROENTEROLOGY

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Type of Position Faculty

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

MD, DO, or equivalent

Required Related Experience

Minimum residency training

Required License/Registration/Certification

Eligible for or licensed to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky

Eligible for certification, or certified by, the American Board of Pediatrics and sub-board of Pediatric GI

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a faculty member to provide pediatric Gastroenterology services at the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Kentucky Children’s Hospital, and outreach locations through joint clinical services agreements with the department of Pediatrics and facilities primarily located in Lexington and surrounding counties.

This position will be responsible for providing clinical services in the clinics, inpatient service, and the on-call service. In addition, this position will provide teaching services to the Department’s courses and with resident training.

The faculty member will also collaborate on research activities for clinical projects and care reports, as well as participate in professional development activities such as regional, state, and national meetings.

The Kentucky Children’s Hospital has Eastern and Central Kentucky’s only Level I pediatric trauma center, Level IV newborn (neonatal) intensive care unit and pediatric intensive care unit. In addition, this facility houses more than 30 advanced sub-specialty programs, such as pediatric oncology and pediatric surgery.

To apply, please include a CV and cover letter along with application. Rank will be determined based on qualifications for the position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until filled.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled Yes

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