APP UHS Occupational Medicine/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAPP UHS Occupational Medicine/UKHCRequisition NumberRE54533Working TitleAPP UHS Occupational MedicineDepartment NameM8505: AMB-UHS ClinicsWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level15Salary Range$95,056-185,848/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician AssistantsClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)Physical RequirementsSitting, standing, walking. May lift <50 lbsShiftDaysJob SummaryThe Advanced Practice Provider (APP) UHS Occupational Medicine works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team in the University Health Service environment.

The APP plays a key role in supporting employee health compliance in accordance with regulatory standards and internal policies. Conduct and provide clinical guidance with occupational and work-related medical evaluations. Participate in the care of worker’s compensation patients and participate in on-call duties including the initial management of potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens or other biological hazards.

The APP needs to have a strong foundation in evidenced-based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring an environment of safe quality care. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency training.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesN/ADoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceExperience or prior training in Occupational Medicine, Public Health, Emergency Medicine, Primary Care or a related fieldDeadline to Apply06/05/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months? (In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.)
   • Yes
   • No
2. * If you have an active nursing license, please list your state of licensure, license number and expiration date. If you do not currently have an active license, please provide your scheduled NCLEX testing date.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * How many years do you have providing patient care in an ambulatory setting?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
4. * How many years do you have providing patient care in a primary care setting?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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