University of Kentucky
Nephrology Clinical Associate Professor level or higher- Transplant Medical Director
The role involves providing inpatient and outpatient clinical services as a transplant nephrologist, participating in transplant-oriented research, quality assurance, medical administration, professional recruitment, and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. The position supports building a research program aligned with the applicant's interests and contributes to the academic mission of the Department of Internal Medicine and the Division of Nephrology, Bone and Mineral Metabolism.
Key Responsibilities
- • Provide inpatient and outpatient clinical professional services at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center
- • Engage in transplant-oriented research
- • Participate in quality assurance and improvement activities
- • Perform medical administration duties
- • Participate in professional recruitment
- • Attend Transplant, Division, Department and hospital medical staff meetings
- • Contribute to the research and overall academic mission of the Department of Internal Medicine and the Division of Nephrology, Bone and Mineral Metabolism
- • Participate in the teaching of medical students, residents and fellows
Required
- • MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent
- • Board certification in Nephrology
- • Fellowship training or equivalent training in Transplant Nephrology
- • Demonstrated leadership in administrative roles within a medical school or academic medical center setting
- • KY Medical License within 30 days of appointment
Benefits & Perks
- • Professional Development funding
- • Relocation Assistance
- • Malpractice Insurance
- • 200% 403b retirement match
- • Educational Benefits for family members
- • Over 4 weeks of vacation plus 12 paid holidays and bonus days
- • Productivity Bonus opportunities
- • J1 Visa assistance
- • Rank and compensation commensurate with experience
Posting Details
Job Title Nephrology Clinical Associate Professor level or higher- Transplant Medical Director
Requisition Number FE04373
Working Title Nephrology Clinical Associate Professor level or higher
Department Name 7H362:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - NEPHROLO
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Board certification in Nephrology, Fellowship training or equivalent training in Transplant Nephrology, Demonstrated leadership in administrative roles within a medical school or academic medical center setting
Required License/Registration/Certification
KY Medical License within 30 days of appointment
Job Summary
The Division of Nephrology, Bone and Mineral Metabolism at the University of Kentucky (UK) is seeking an innovative, academic and clinically focused nephrologist to assume the role of transplant nephrologist. This individual would join us at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. UK Transplant is the largest donor and transplant hospital in the state for the last 10 years. We have completed over 3500 Transplants since program inception. Currently our program averages 120 kidney transplants per year.
The clinical duties will consist of both inpatient and outpatient clinical professional services at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. Other responsibilities include transplant-oriented research, quality assurance and improvement, medical administration, professional recruitment, participation in Transplant, Division, Department and hospital medical staff meetings. There are ample opportunities to build a research program pursuing interests of the applicant. This faculty position is expected to contribute to the research and overall academic mission of the Department of Internal Medicine and the Division of Nephrology, Bone and Mineral Metabolism and will participate in the teaching of medical students, residents and fellows.
The University of Kentucky Medical Center is a premier research institution in the Commonwealth serving a wide geographic area, treating patients throughout Kentucky, neighboring states, and beyond, providing the opportunity for large practice growth.
This position will provide an opportunity for advancement with generous benefit package including:
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
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.
Job Title Nephrology Clinical Associate Professor level or higher- Transplant Medical Director
Requisition Number FE04373
Working Title Nephrology Clinical Associate Professor level or higher
Department Name 7H362:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - NEPHROLO
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Board certification in Nephrology, Fellowship training or equivalent training in Transplant Nephrology, Demonstrated leadership in administrative roles within a medical school or academic medical center setting
Required License/Registration/Certification
KY Medical License within 30 days of appointment
Job Summary
The Division of Nephrology, Bone and Mineral Metabolism at the University of Kentucky (UK) is seeking an innovative, academic and clinically focused nephrologist to assume the role of transplant nephrologist. This individual would join us at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. UK Transplant is the largest donor and transplant hospital in the state for the last 10 years. We have completed over 3500 Transplants since program inception. Currently our program averages 120 kidney transplants per year.
The clinical duties will consist of both inpatient and outpatient clinical professional services at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center. Other responsibilities include transplant-oriented research, quality assurance and improvement, medical administration, professional recruitment, participation in Transplant, Division, Department and hospital medical staff meetings. There are ample opportunities to build a research program pursuing interests of the applicant. This faculty position is expected to contribute to the research and overall academic mission of the Department of Internal Medicine and the Division of Nephrology, Bone and Mineral Metabolism and will participate in the teaching of medical students, residents and fellows.
The University of Kentucky Medical Center is a premier research institution in the Commonwealth serving a wide geographic area, treating patients throughout Kentucky, neighboring states, and beyond, providing the opportunity for large practice growth.
This position will provide an opportunity for advancement with generous benefit package including:
- Professional Development funding
- Relocation Assistance
- Malpractice Insurance
- 200% 403b retirement match
- Educational Benefits for family members
- Over 4 weeks of vacation plus 12 paid holidays and bonus days
- Productivity Bonus opportunities
- J1 Visa assistance
- Rank and compensation commensurate with experience.
- Lexington ranks 10th among US cities in college education rate.
- 4th best city for “Businesses and Careers” by Forbes Magazine. 5th best city for “Young Professionals” and 6th best “Value Cities” by Kiplinger.
- A bustling arts community, Lexington is home to a professional orchestra, two ballet companies, professional theatre, several museums, several choral organizations and a highly respected opera program.
- Home to a Class A minor league baseball team.
- It is the horse racing capital of the world with two horse racing tracks.
- Lexington has over 100 parks and with National parks nearby, they invite ample outdoor activities with hiking, boating, fishing, hunting, and camping locally or within a short hour drive or less.
- Outstanding childhood education with nationally-ranked private and public grade schools and high schools.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
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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