Physician-Orthopaedic Surgeon, Foot and Ankle

Medical Degree or Equivalent

Completion of residency as well as fellowship training in Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Eligible for license to practice medicine in Kentucky
Board Certified or eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine is seeking an Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializing in Foot and Ankle Surgery, to join a fast-paced an dynamic team as an Assistant, Associate, or Professor in the Clinical Title Series.

This physician role will provide clinical care and academic teaching based on the following job responsibilities:
1. Clinical Patient Care in the Inpatient and Outpatient Setting.
2. Supervise medical students assigned to the Orthopaedic surgical service.
3. Supervise and educate residents and fellows in the care of patients with Orthopaedic-related diagnoses.
4. Establish protocols and evaluate outcomes as related to Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle patients.
5. Serve on applicable University and College of Medicine committees as assigned.

The UK College of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine is a strong, multidisciplinary team of more than 150 people dedicated to advancing Kentucky health care together. Our department encompasses 46 faculty members, over 25 staff members, and over 40 learners.

Our department is home to leading clinicians, educators, and researchers and is nationally recognized for advancing orthopaedic care through innovation, discovery, and education.

Each year, providers in the department care for more than 80,000 patients across 11 clinical sites. The department trains 43 residents and fellows across 4 accredited programs, while also contributing to the education of medical students and graduate trainees.

Our department is part of a college with robust research programs and initiatives, contributing to the advancement of health across Kentucky and beyond. Faculty, staff, and learners contribute to high-impact, transdisciplinary research projects and have access to state-of-the-art facilities and technology on campus.

Over 110 alumni from the department can be found across the globe at academic medical centers, health systems, research institutions, and more.

Lexington is an understated and sophisticated city in the southeast. Situated in the heart of the Bluegrass and rightfully called the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and horse farms. The University of Kentucky is central to the city and plays a major role in commerce and culture. As an SEC school, the university boasts one of the most unique and competitive collegiate sports teams in the nation. Lexington combines safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, an affordable cost of living, and a vibrant community that appeals to individuals, couples, and families.

Louisville and Cincinnati are a little over an hour’s drive and complement Lexington as larger, vibrant cities with many cultural and recreational opportunities year-round.

Please include a CV along with application. All CVs must have the education and experience sections listed with beginning and end dates that include both month and year (for example: 07/01/2025-06/30/2026). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Ability to relate with internal and external constituencies of the Medical Center involved in related disciplines

Demonstrated ability in clinical teaching

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.