Endocrinology Clinical Physician

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks an open-rank faculty member in Internal Medicine specializing as an attending physician for Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. The role involves patient care, supervision of residents, and participation in clinical education and research activities.

Qualifications

• Residency and completion of fellowship training in Endocrinology required.
• KY Medical License within 30 days of appointment necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for patients while supervising residents.
• Participate in clinical teaching activities.
• Support clinical research mission of the Division.

Skills

Clinical Care

Supervision

Teaching

Customer Service

Education

MD/DO degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title:

Endocrinology Clinical Physician

Requisition Number:

FE04133

Department Name:

7H357:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - ENDOCRIN

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Type of Position:

Faculty

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status:

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education:

MD/DO degree or equivalent

Required Related Experience:

Residency and completion of fellowship training in Endocrinology

Required License/Registration/Certification:

KY Medical License within 30 days of appointment

Job Summary:

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking an open-rank faculty member in Internal Medicine that will act as an attending physician for Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Division. This position will be located at The Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center, a 20,000-square-foot clinic space at the UK HealthCare – Turfland location in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to being home to the Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center, UK HealthCare – Turfland houses a variety of services that are important to the management and treatment of diabetes and related conditions, including a pharmacy, a laboratory, radiology services, including ultrasound, and ophthalmology and optometry services. Having so many capabilities under one roof allows our team of experts to care for patients ranging from infants to seniors in a seamless, coordinated fashion.
Duties include:

• Provide clinical care for patients while supervising residents in ambulatory and hospital-based settings.
• Participate in clinical teaching activities within the Division, as negotiated between the Division Chief and the individual faculty member.
• Support the clinical research mission of the Division through various roles including development and supervision of clinical protocols, accrual of patients to clinical trials, and participation in regulatory oversight programs for clinical research.
• Represent the University of Kentucky in a professional manner as an active member of the medical staff. These responsibilities include active participation in medical staff affairs; adherence to evidence based practice standards; and a strong commitment to high standards of customer service.
• Serve on appropriate Division, Department, University, Hospital and College committees as assigned by the Division Chief.

Please include Curriculum Vita along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is 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.