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Physician - Transplant Surgeon

Inside Higher Ed
Lexington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Job Title

Physician - Transplant Surgeon

Requisition Number

FE04789

Department Name

7H861:SURGERY/TRANSPLANT

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Type Of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education

M.D or equivalent

Required Related Experience

Completion of residency training in General Surgery, as well as fellowship in Transplant Surgery

Required License/Registration/Certification

Board Eligible/Board Certified in General Surgery and Transplant Surgery

Eligibility for license to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Division of Abdominal Transplant Surgery is seeking a provider dedicated to the treatment of all aspects of abdominal transplant needs for Kentucky and surrounding areas. The Division of Abdominal Transplant is responsible for performing life-saving organ transplant surgeries, primarily involving the kidney, liver, pancreas, and intestines. This includes assessing patients for transplant eligibility, conducting complex surgical procedures to remove and replace damaged organs, and providing comprehensive post-operative care to ensure transplant success. Specific clinical areas to be addressed with this position are patient care responsibilities and increased patient care volume in Transplant Surgery.

To apply, please include a CV along with application. 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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