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Physician - Ophthalmologist

Inside Higher Ed
Lexington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2026
Job Title

Physician - Ophthalmologist

Requisition Number

FE04671

Working Title

Glaucoma Specialist

Department Name

7H854:OPHTHALMOLOGY & VISUAL SCIENCE

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Type Of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education

M.D.

Required Related Experience

Completion of Ophthalmology residency and Glaucoma fellowship

Required License/Registration/Certification

Ability to obtain Kentucky medical license prior to start

Job Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine, is seeing a Glaucoma physician to meet the medical and academic needs of the department. The successful candidate will join a group of physicians that are committed to excellence in clinical care, instruction, scholarly activity and professional development in a robust and growing practice across eastern and southeastern Kentucky.

The primary responsibility of the individual in this position will be to enhance the clinical practice of the Department of Ophthalmology as part of the Glaucoma Team. This person will be responsible for providing direct patient care, service as an attending physician, training fellows, residents and medical students assigned to the Ophthalmology Department. The individual in this position is expected to provide, develop and maintain clinical services as well as develop academic pursuits.

Please include an updated CV when applying to this position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and 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.

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.

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