Cardiology Clinical Physician
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Physician
Posted on April 22, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Cardiology Clinical Physician
Requisition Number
FE04053
Working Title
Cardiology Clinical Physician
Department Name
7H354:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - CARDIOLO
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
Completion of fellowship training in Cardiovascular Medicine
Clinical cardiology experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Kentucky Medical License;
Board Certified in Internal Medicine;
Board Eligible or Board Certified in subspecialty of Cardiovascular Diseases
Board eligible or board certified in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology.
Job Summary
The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky is seeking a clinical faculty member who will primarily focus upon the care of patients with advanced heart failure, cardiac transplant, ventricular assist devices and other cardiovascular diseases within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine.
This position will have regular assignments in the faculty rotation to cover inpatient services for patients with heart failure and also on the floor, intensive care unit and consult services at the University of Kentucky. In addition, ambulatory assignments will be aimed to establish a practice encompassing patients with advanced heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases and this position will be involved in non-invasive and invasive testing in this patient population. This position will be a core member in cardiology and will be involved with teaching cardiology fellows, residents and students during consult service, and in-patient services and participation in the Department's courses for medical students.
Professional Development activities such as attending continuing education meetings, workshops, lectures, and other activities will be necessary to participate in the various missions of the Department, the College, and the University.
Please include a CV when applying for this position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the 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
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Cardiology Clinical Physician
Requisition Number
FE04053
Working Title
Cardiology Clinical Physician
Department Name
7H354:INTERNAL MEDICINE & DIVISIONS - CARDIOLO
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
Completion of fellowship training in Cardiovascular Medicine
Clinical cardiology experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Kentucky Medical License;
Board Certified in Internal Medicine;
Board Eligible or Board Certified in subspecialty of Cardiovascular Diseases
Board eligible or board certified in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology.
Job Summary
The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Kentucky is seeking a clinical faculty member who will primarily focus upon the care of patients with advanced heart failure, cardiac transplant, ventricular assist devices and other cardiovascular diseases within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine.
This position will have regular assignments in the faculty rotation to cover inpatient services for patients with heart failure and also on the floor, intensive care unit and consult services at the University of Kentucky. In addition, ambulatory assignments will be aimed to establish a practice encompassing patients with advanced heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases and this position will be involved in non-invasive and invasive testing in this patient population. This position will be a core member in cardiology and will be involved with teaching cardiology fellows, residents and students during consult service, and in-patient services and participation in the Department's courses for medical students.
Professional Development activities such as attending continuing education meetings, workshops, lectures, and other activities will be necessary to participate in the various missions of the Department, the College, and the University.
Please include a CV when applying for this position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the 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
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, 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 these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised, other than on the UK Jobs system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- InsightintoDiversity.com
- Academic Keys
- Latinos in Higher Education
- Indeed.com
- A colleague, friend, and/or family member
- UK Job Fair
- None of the above
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
