Associate, or Professor of Pediatric Cardiology

University of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Lexington, KY seeks a faculty member for the Associate or Professor of Pediatric Cardiology position. This full-time role involves serving as Division Chief, leading clinical programs, and collaborating on pediatric cardiology research. Candidates must possess an MD or DO, with at least six years of residency training in Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology. The position offers opportunities for leadership and academic involvement in a vibrant healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Eligible or licensed to practice medicine in Kentucky.
• Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology.
• Experience in health care leadership and program development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Cardiology.
• Collaborate on clinical research and program steering.
• Engage in professional development activities.

Skills

Kentucky physician license

Board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology

Clinical research collaboration

Education

MD, DO, or equivalent degree

Three years residency in Pediatrics

Three years residency in Pediatric Cardiology

Job description

Overview

Associate, or Professor of Pediatric Cardiology position in the University of Kentucky Healthcare (UKHC), Department of Pediatrics, Lexington, KY. This is a faculty role with full-time, non-tenure track status.

Posting details include a potential track toward leadership within the Division of Pediatric Cardiology and collaboration with regional and national programs.

Responsibilities

• Hold or be eligible for a Kentucky physician license and be board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology.
• Serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Cardiology and co-lead the Kentucky site of the Joint Pediatric and Congenital Heart Program.
• Participate on the Program Steering Committee for the Partnership.
• Collaborate on clinical research projects and care reports.
• Engage in professional development activities and participate in regional, state, and national meetings.
• Contribute to program development and healthcare leadership within the division.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
• Minimum residency training of three years in Pediatrics and three years in Pediatric Cardiology.
• Eligible for or licensed to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky.
• Eligible for certification, or certified by, the American Board of Pediatrics and the sub-board of Pediatric Cardiology.

Institutional Information

The Kentucky Children’s Hospital provides Level I pediatric trauma care and Level IV NICU; it houses more than 30 advanced sub-specialty programs including pediatric oncology and pediatric surgery.

Collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s Heart Institute combines UK HealthCare’s pediatric and congenital heart care with Cincinnati Children’s experts in pediatric cardiac care and surgery.

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

Application Details

Required documents: CV and cover letter. The position does not specify a fixed closing date; it is listed as open until filled.

Working Conditions

• Location: Lexington, KY
• Type of Position: Faculty
• Position Time Status: Full-Time
• Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
• Required Education: MD, DO, or equivalent
• Required Related Experience: Three years Pediatrics residency and three years Pediatric Cardiology

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