Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Rheumatology

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 4, 2024
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Rheumatology

Requisition Number

FE03851

Working Title

Clinical Physician in Rheumatology

Department Name

7H364:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - RHEUMATO

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education

MD degree or equivalent

Required Related Experience

Residency and completion of fellowship training in Rheumatology

Required License/Registration/Certification

Kentucky Medical License at time of employment

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky is currently seeking a faculty member within the division of Rheumatology, in the College of Medicine. The search is being conducted at open rank and this position will act as an attending physician for Rheumatology.

Position Duties Include:
Provide clinical care for patients while supervising residents in ambulatory and hospital-based settings.
  • Participate in clinical teaching activities within the Division of Rheumatology, as negotiated between the Division Chief and the individual faculty member. These activities may include instruction of students, residents, and fellows in ambulatory and inpatient clinical settings, as well as, instruction in lectures, seminars and clinical conferences.
Support the clinical research mission of the Division through various roles including development and supervision of clinical protocols, accrual of patients to clinical trials, and participation in regulatory oversight programs programs for clinical research.

Represent the University of Kentucky in a professional manner as an active member of the medical staff.
  • These responsibilities include active participation in medical staff affairs; adherence to evidence based practice standards; and a strong commitment to high standards of customer service.
Serve on appropriate Division, Department, University, Hospital and College committees as assigned by the Division Chief.

In addition to the completion of this application, please include an up-to-date Curriculum Vita. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue untilthe position is filled.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

Yes

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.

Posting Specific Questions

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  1. * University of Kentucky College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK College of Medicine, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK College of Medicine values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

    (Open Ended Question)
  2. * University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK College of Medicine Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
    • Yes.
    • No.
  3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's Online Employment System?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Academic Keys
    • HospitalCareers.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter