Pediatrician

Overview Join to apply for the Pediatrician role at University of Kentucky . The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics is seeking a faculty member (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) to serve in General Pediatrics as a Complex Care provider for ages 2 and up, following graduation from the Infant Complex Care Clinic or when referred by another specialist or community pediatrician. Children will be followed throughout childhood and adolescence until transferred into adult care. Preference is for pediatricians with fellowship training or prior experience in Pediatric Complex Care, Palliative Care, or Critical Care, but all pediatricians with a nexus to long-term treatment and coordination of care for children with medical complexity are encouraged to apply. The applicant will follow medically complex patients in clinic and provide hospital consultations. Posting Details Job Title Pediatrician Requisition Number FE04555 Department Name 7H657:PEDIATRICS - GENERAL Work 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 Minimum residency training of three years in Pediatrics Required License/Registration/Certification Eligible for or licensed to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky Eligible for certification, or certified by, the American Board of Pediatrics Responsibilities The applicant will: Follow medically complex patients in clinic and provide consultation when admitted to the hospital. Be part of a multidisciplinary team in clinic, including a neonatologist, APP, psychologist, PT, OT, dietician, licensed clinical social worker, and patient navigator. Contribute to development of multidisciplinary clinics (e.g., BPD/home ventilation, Pulmonary Hypertension, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Down Syndrome). Possibly assume a leadership role as Medical Director of the Pediatric Complex Care Program based on experience. Location & Facilities The clinic is located in a spacious, newly renovated, handicap-accessible facility near Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Other clinics at this site include Infant Complex Care, NICU-related services, Developmental Pediatrics, Palliative Care, and more. Application Process To apply, please include a CV and Cover Letter along with the application. Rank will be determined based on qualifications. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until filled. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Open Until Filled Open Until Filled Yes Our University Community We value the well-being of our employees and are dedicated to a healthy place to work, learn and live. The University is Tobacco & Drug Free and adheres to nondiscrimination laws. Equal opportunities are provided in all aspects of institutional operations and there is no discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University HR, including a national background check and/or drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr