Rheumatology Clinical Physician

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Rheumatology Clinical Physician to join their College of Medicine. This faculty position will provide clinical care and teaching, participate in research, and represent the University. Candidates must have an MD degree, complete residency and fellowship in Rheumatology, and obtain a Kentucky Medical License upon employment.

Qualifications

• Residency and completion of fellowship training in Rheumatology required.
• Kentucky Medical License at time of employment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Clinical care

Supervision

Teaching

Research

Education

MD degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Title:

Rheumatology Clinical Physician

Requisition Number:

FE04410

Department Name:

7H364:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - RHEUMATO

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Type of Position:

Faculty

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status:

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education:

MD degree or equivalent

Required Related Experience:

Residency and completion of fellowship training in Rheumatology

Required License/Registration/Certification:

Kentucky Medical License at time of employment

Job Summary:

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is currently seeking a Assistant, Associate, or Professor within the division of Rheumatology, in the Department of Internal Medicine. The search is being conducted at open rank and this position will act as an attending physician for Rheumatology.

Position Duties Include:
Provide clinical care for patients while supervising residents in ambulatory and hospital-based settings.

• Participate in clinical teaching activities within the Division of Rheumatology, as negotiated between the Division Chief and the individual faculty member. These activities may include instruction of students, residents, and fellows in ambulatory and inpatient clinical settings, as well as, instruction in lectures, seminars and clinical conferences.

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 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.

In addition to the completion of this application, please include an up-to-date Curriculum Vita. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will 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.