What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pulmonary Clinical Transplant Physician position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Pulmonary Clinical Transplant Physician
Requisition Number
FE04381
Department Name
7H363:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - PULMONAR
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 equivalent
Required Related Experience
Completion of an accredited Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine fellowship, and BE/BC in both Critical Care and Pulmonary Medicine. Lung transplant fellowship or equivalent experience in the care of pre and post lung transplant patients is required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
AABIP board certified/eligible; Pulmonary/Critical Care board certified/eligible; Internal Medicine board certified.
Ky Medical License by employment.
Job Summary
The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a Transplant Pulmonologist to join a team dedicated to expanding a thriving lung transplant program. This is an opportunity to join a world-class transplant program with more than 500 life-saving lung transplants completed, practice at a nationally ranked academic medical center, and enjoy the resources and reputation of the University of Kentucky, named a Best College by US News – UK HealthCare has been named the No. 1 Hospital in Kentucky for eight consecutive years.
The ideal candidate will be an M.D/ D.O. or equivalent, eligible for a Kentucky Medical License, have completed an accredited Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine fellowship, and BE/BC in both Critical Care and Pulmonary Medicine. Lung transplant fellowship or equivalent experience in the care of pre and post lung transplant patients is required. Candidates will be responsible for providing inpatient care for patients in the UK Lung Transplant program, the evaluation of patients for lung transplant listing both inpatient and outpatient, and outpatient post-transplant care.
Candidates will have the opportunity and are encouraged to be involved in the teaching of University of Kentucky medical students, residents, and fellows. There are also opportunities to participate in patient-oriented research in the areas of advanced lung diseases, and lung transplantation. Salaries and academic rank are commensurate with experience.
University of Kentucky College of Medicine and UK HealthCare are located in the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Lexington, an ideal location to experience the work-life balance we strive to provide for all of our employees. The College of Medicine seeks qualified applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to creating an environment in which all members feel welcomed and valued.
Please include a CV and letter of interest (Cover Letter), along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will 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.
Pulmonary Clinical Transplant Physician
Requisition Number
FE04381
Department Name
7H363:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - PULMONAR
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 equivalent
Required Related Experience
Completion of an accredited Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine fellowship, and BE/BC in both Critical Care and Pulmonary Medicine. Lung transplant fellowship or equivalent experience in the care of pre and post lung transplant patients is required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
AABIP board certified/eligible; Pulmonary/Critical Care board certified/eligible; Internal Medicine board certified.
Ky Medical License by employment.
Job Summary
The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a Transplant Pulmonologist to join a team dedicated to expanding a thriving lung transplant program. This is an opportunity to join a world-class transplant program with more than 500 life-saving lung transplants completed, practice at a nationally ranked academic medical center, and enjoy the resources and reputation of the University of Kentucky, named a Best College by US News – UK HealthCare has been named the No. 1 Hospital in Kentucky for eight consecutive years.
The ideal candidate will be an M.D/ D.O. or equivalent, eligible for a Kentucky Medical License, have completed an accredited Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine fellowship, and BE/BC in both Critical Care and Pulmonary Medicine. Lung transplant fellowship or equivalent experience in the care of pre and post lung transplant patients is required. Candidates will be responsible for providing inpatient care for patients in the UK Lung Transplant program, the evaluation of patients for lung transplant listing both inpatient and outpatient, and outpatient post-transplant care.
Candidates will have the opportunity and are encouraged to be involved in the teaching of University of Kentucky medical students, residents, and fellows. There are also opportunities to participate in patient-oriented research in the areas of advanced lung diseases, and lung transplantation. Salaries and academic rank are commensurate with experience.
University of Kentucky College of Medicine and UK HealthCare are located in the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Lexington, an ideal location to experience the work-life balance we strive to provide for all of our employees. The College of Medicine seeks qualified applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to creating an environment in which all members feel welcomed and valued.
Please include a CV and letter of interest (Cover Letter), along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will 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.