Physician - Pediatric Gastroenterologist

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks a faculty physician specializing in pediatric gastroenterology to deliver clinical care at the Medical Center and affiliated outreach sites. The role includes inpatient, outpatient, and on-call responsibilities with a focus on teaching residents and medical students.

The position emphasizes participation in clinical research and regional collaborations, supporting the department’s educational mission and patient care excellence.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent required.
• Minimum residency training.
• Eligible for Kentucky medical license.
• Eligible for ABP certification in Pediatric GI.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric gastroenterology clinical services in clinics, inpatient service, and on-call coverage.
• Educate and supervise residents and participating staff.
• Engage in clinical research projects and care reports; participate in professional development activities.
• Collaborate with other divisions and joint clinical service agreements with Eastern Kentucky facilities.
• Participate in outreach locations and regional activities.
• Contribute to teaching in department courses and residency programs.

Education

MD, DO, or equivalent

Job description

Physician - Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Job Title Physician - Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Requisition Number FE04872

Department Name 7H656:PEDIATRICS - GASTROENTEROLOGY

Work Location Lexington, KY

Type of Position Faculty

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

Required License/Registration/Certification 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, Golisano Children’s Hospital, and outreach locations through joint clinical services agreements with the department of Pediatrics and facilities primarily located in Eastern Kentucky.

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 Golisano 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.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

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