University of Kentucky
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky is currently seeking a faculty member to provide inpatient care services in the Pediatric Neonatology Intensive Unit. This position will primarily be responsible for directing patient care to admitted patients, writing daily progress notes, submitting clinical charges, and overseeing fellow residents, neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and ancillary staff in providing care. This position will participate in night and weekend on-call coverage as assigned by the clinical division chief, and providing individual teaching to pediatric residents and other health care professionals participating in the care of patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. In addition, this position will attend regional, national, and/or international scientific meetings and serve on Children’s Hospital and College of Medicine committees as needed. About the NICU and Hospital Capacity
The Kentucky Children’s Hospital has Eastern and Central Kentucky’s only Level I pediatric trauma center, Level IV newborn (neonatal) intensive care unit and pediatric intensive care unit. The NICU is a 66-bed unit providing Level IV and intermediate care for the newborn. It provides a neonatal transport team that utilizes the Kentucky Children’s Hospital ambulance, a mobile neonatal unit, and serves as a regional neonatal transport center serving Eastern and Central Kentucky. Our NICU is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to give every at-risk newborn the best possible care. Patient care strategies within the NICU include infant therapy and high frequency ventilation for preemies with breathing disorders. Position Details
Job Title:
Physician - Neonatal Pediatrician Requisition Number:
FE04675 Department:
7H665:PEDIATRICS - NEONATOLOGY Work Location:
Lexington, KY Type of Position:
Faculty Position Time Status:
Full-Time Tenure Track Status:
Non-Tenure Track Required Education:
M.D., DO or the foreign equivalent Required Related Experience:
Completion of Residency in Pediatrics and Fellowship in Neonatology Required License/Registration/Certification:
Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics, board certified or board eligible in Neonatology, and eligible for a state-required medical license supervisory responsibilities:
No Open Until Filled:
Yes Qualifications
Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics and Neonatology, and eligible for state medical license. Commitment to inpatient Neonatology care and teaching within a university hospital setting. 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. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations. A candidate may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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The University of Kentucky is currently seeking a faculty member to provide inpatient care services in the Pediatric Neonatology Intensive Unit. This position will primarily be responsible for directing patient care to admitted patients, writing daily progress notes, submitting clinical charges, and overseeing fellow residents, neonatal nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and ancillary staff in providing care. This position will participate in night and weekend on-call coverage as assigned by the clinical division chief, and providing individual teaching to pediatric residents and other health care professionals participating in the care of patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. In addition, this position will attend regional, national, and/or international scientific meetings and serve on Children’s Hospital and College of Medicine committees as needed. About the NICU and Hospital Capacity
The Kentucky Children’s Hospital has Eastern and Central Kentucky’s only Level I pediatric trauma center, Level IV newborn (neonatal) intensive care unit and pediatric intensive care unit. The NICU is a 66-bed unit providing Level IV and intermediate care for the newborn. It provides a neonatal transport team that utilizes the Kentucky Children’s Hospital ambulance, a mobile neonatal unit, and serves as a regional neonatal transport center serving Eastern and Central Kentucky. Our NICU is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to give every at-risk newborn the best possible care. Patient care strategies within the NICU include infant therapy and high frequency ventilation for preemies with breathing disorders. Position Details
Job Title:
Physician - Neonatal Pediatrician Requisition Number:
FE04675 Department:
7H665:PEDIATRICS - NEONATOLOGY Work Location:
Lexington, KY Type of Position:
Faculty Position Time Status:
Full-Time Tenure Track Status:
Non-Tenure Track Required Education:
M.D., DO or the foreign equivalent Required Related Experience:
Completion of Residency in Pediatrics and Fellowship in Neonatology Required License/Registration/Certification:
Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics, board certified or board eligible in Neonatology, and eligible for a state-required medical license supervisory responsibilities:
No Open Until Filled:
Yes Qualifications
Board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics and Neonatology, and eligible for state medical license. Commitment to inpatient Neonatology care and teaching within a university hospital setting. 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. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations. A candidate may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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