Department Name: 7H374:Internal Medicine - Pallative Care
Job Summary: The University of Kentucky, Department of Internal Medicine is seeking excellent candidates in Internal Medicine for an opportunity for an academically-oriented position in the Division of Palliative and Supportive Care University faculty practices. There are both inpatient and outpatient opportunities. The team is well supported by an interdisciplinary palliative care team.
This position will have full clinical faculty appointment, competitive compensation and benefits. Candidates must be board eligible or board certified in any qualifying residency that allows for completion of the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Board Certification. Residency completion includes, but is not limited to, Internal Medicine, Med Peds, Family Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Psychiatry, PM&R, and Emergency Medicine.
Salary will be commensurate with the applicant's qualifications and professional experience.
UK HealthCare is located in the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Lexington and is an ideal location to experience the work-life balance we strive to provide for all our employees. Lexington, KY is consistently ranked nationally in the top sectors for Business and Careers (Forbes), Young Professionals (Kiplinger), and Education (Parenting).
The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered an applicant for the position, please submit an application via the UK Jobs site, along with current curriculum vita and a cover letter. There are currently 3 faculty positions available for Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Palliative Care. You will need to apply to each individual opening to be considered for each position. Please use these requisition numbers for ease of reference to each available opening: FE03396, FE03397, FE03398 Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: MD Degree or Equivalent
Required Related Experience: Completion of residency training
Required License/Registration/Certification : Board-certified or board-eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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University 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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.
About University of Kentucky
Adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.
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