Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Neonatal Pediatrics

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks a faculty member in Neonatal Pediatrics. This role involves providing inpatient care, supervising staff, and directing patient care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Applicants should possess an M.D. or DO and relevant experience in pediatrics and neonatology. A commitment to teaching and participation in scientific meetings is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of Residency in Pediatrics and Fellowship in Neonatology.
• Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics and Neonatology.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care services in the Pediatric Neonatology Intensive Unit.
• Direct patient care to admitted patients and oversee fellow residents.
• Participate in night and weekend on-call coverage as assigned.

Skills

Patient Care

Teaching

Leadership

Education

M.D. or DO

Job description

Job Title:

Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Neonatal Pediatrics

Requisition Number:

FE04263

Department Name:

7H665:PEDIATRICS - NEONATOLOGY

Work Location:

London, KY

Type of Position:

Faculty

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status:

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education:

M.D., DO or the foreign equivalent

Required Related Experience:

Completion of Residency in Pediatrics and Fellowship in Neonatology

Required License/Registration/Certification:

Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics, board certified or board eligible in Neonatology, and eligible for a state-required medical license.

Job Summary:

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is currently seeking a faculty member provide inpatient care services in the Pediatric Neonatology Intensive Unit. This position will primarily be responsible for directing patient care to admitted patients, writing daily progress notes, submitting clinical charges, and overseeing fellow residents, neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and ancillary staff in providing care. This position will primarily be located in London, KY.

This position will participate in night and weekend on-call coverage as assigned by the clinical division chief, and providing individual teaching to pediatric residents and other health care professionals participating in the care of patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. In addition, this position will attend regional, national, and/or international scientific meetings and serve on Children’s Hospital and College of Medicine committees as needed.

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. The NICU is a 66-bed unit providing Level IV and intermediate care for the newborn. It provides a neonatal transport team that utilizes the Kentucky Children’s Hospital ambulance, a mobile neonatal unit, and serves as a regional neonatal transport center serving Eastern and Central Kentucky.

Our NICU is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to give every at-risk newborn the best possible care. Patient care strategies within the NICU include infant therapy and high frequency ventilation for preemies with breathing disorders.

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.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Our University Community:

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.