Physician - Neonatal Pediatrician

Join to apply for the Physician - Neonatal Pediatrician role at University of Kentucky. Posting Details Job Title: Physician - Neonatal Pediatrician Requisition Number: FE04694 Department Name: 7H665:PEDIATRICS - NEONATOLOGY Work Location: Lexington, KY Type of Position: Faculty Position Time Status: Full-Time Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track Required Education: M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent Required Related Experience: Completion of Residency in Pediatrics and Fellowship in Neonatology Required License/Registration/Certification: Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics, board certified or board eligible in Neonatology, and eligible for a state-required medical license. Job Summary The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is currently seeking a faculty member to provide inpatient care services in the Pediatric Neonatology Intensive Unit. This position will primarily be responsible for directing patient care to admitted patients, writing daily progress notes, submitting clinical charges, and overseeing fellows, neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and ancillary staff in providing care. This position will participate in night and weekend on-call coverage as assigned by the clinical division chief, and provide individual teaching to pediatric residents and other health care professionals participating in the care of patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. In addition, this position will attend regional, national, and/or international scientific meetings and serve on Children’s Hospital and College of Medicine committees as needed. The Kentucky 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. The NICU is a 66-bed unit providing Level IV and intermediate care for the newborn. It provides a neonatal transport team that utilizes the Kentucky Children’s Hospital ambulance, a mobile neonatal unit, and serves as a regional neonatal transport center serving Eastern and Central Kentucky. Our NICU is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to give every at-risk newborn the best possible care. Patient care strategies within the NICU include infant therapy and high frequency ventilation for preemies with breathing disorders. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities No supervisory responsibilities. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental 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 of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Health Care Provider Industries Higher Education To apply, please include a CV and cover letter along with the application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Kentucky