Job TitleNephrology Clinical PhysicianRequisition NumberFE04151Working TitleNephrology PhysicianDepartment Name7H362:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - NEPHROLOWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track StatusNon-Tenure TrackRequired Education
MD degree or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Residency and fellowship training experience. Completion of fellowship training in Nephrology before employment
Required License/Registration/Certification
Ky Medical License within 30 days of appointment
Job Summary
The College of Medicine Division of Nephrology, Bone and Mineral Metabolism is seeking a faculty member to provide additional coverage for our growing practices in Kentucky. The Division encompasses faculty who have a wide range of clinical and research interests, who provide care in all aspects of clinical nephrology, transplantation, hypertension, osteoporosis and other metabolic bone diseases. In addition, we serve as a national and international reference for bone histomorphometric analyses. Duties of this position will include:
- Provide clinical care for patients while supervising residents in ambulatory and hospital-based settings.
- Participate in clinical teaching activities within the Division of Nephrology, 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 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.
Please include a curriculum vita along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to ApplyOpen Until FilledYesUniversity Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 check and/or drug screen.
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