Nuclear Medicine Physician

Physician - Nuclear Medicine & Molecular ImagingJob Title - Physician - Nuclear Medicine & Molecular ImagingDepartment Name - RADIOLOGYWork Location - Lexington, KYType of Position - FacultyPosition Time Status - Full-TimeTenure Track Status - Non-Tenure TrackRequired Education - M.D or D.O EquivalentRequired Related Experience - Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Radiology residency training program and fellowship as appropriate.Required License/Registration/Certification - Eligibility for, or in possession of, Kentucky Medical License, and DEA license. ABR eligible or ABR certification.Job Summary - The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Division of Nuclear Medicine/Molecular Imaging & Radiotheranostics is growing! We are seeking an exceptional nuclear radiologist to join our team in a full-time faculty position. We offer flexible scheduling options, including a traditional academic schedule or hybrid work – we value flexibility! The UK College of Medicine Department of Radiology is a strong, multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to advancing Kentucky health care together through world-class clinical care, innovation and research, and educating the next generation of physicians. Our department encompasses more than 60 faculty members and more than 500 staff. The Department of Radiology is home to nationally recognized leaders in their fields that drive the mission of the institution forward. Radiologists interpreted more than 700,000 studies during the last year, covering our Level I Trauma Center with a census of approximately 700 beds, our NCCN-accredited Comprehensive Cancer Center, Kentucky Children's Hospital, and our outpatient imaging facilities. This recruitment will support our continued growth, including: opening of a Cancer and Advanced Ambulatory Building, a new multi-disciplinary ambulatory care site, an expansion of our main hospital, and a new tower for Kentucky Children's Hospital. The Department is active in education. The Diagnostic Radiology residency program has 32 residents (8 per class). The Integrated Interventional Radiology residency has 10 residents (2 per class). The Department has both the Early Specialization in IR (ESIR) pathway and the Independent Interventional Radiology residency. The Department also boasts a Medical Physics Residency. Fellowships in Abdominal Imaging, Chest and Cardiovascular Imaging, Breast Imaging, Musculoskeletal Imaging, Neuroradiology, Emergency Radiology, and Oncologic Imaging are available. For those interested in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, the accelerated pathway to dual ABNM and ABR certification is available. The Department also supports learners on the ABR alternate pathway. There are many opportunities to teach and interact with medical students as well. The Department of Radiology participates in more than 50 on-going clinical trials across a variety of areas including, but not limited to, molecular imaging, oncology, theranostics, fMRI and neuro-imaging, interventional radiology, and AI. Faculty from the Department of Radiology published more than 50 manuscripts during the last academic year and were invited speakers at over 100 national or international conferences. This position will provide an opportunity for advancement with generous benefit package including: Professional Development Funding, Relocation Assistance, Malpractice Insurance, 200% 403b Retirement Match, Educational Benefits for Family Members, Rank and Compensation Commensurate with Experience. The University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, KY in the heart of the Bluegrass.Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Outstanding clinical, interpersonal, and communications skills are expected.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to ApplyOpen Until Filled - YesOur 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. 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.