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Job Title Assistant, Associate or Professor in Trauma Surgery Requisition Number FE03677 Working Title Department Name 7H850:SURGERY/GENERAL Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education M.D or equivalent Required Related Experience Completion of residency and a Critical Care/ Trauma Fellowship Required License/Registration/Certification Board Eligible/Board Certified in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care/Trauma Current, or eligibility to obtain, medical licensure in the state of Kentucky Job Summary The Division of General Surgery, Section of Trauma Surgery, at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained board eligible/board certified Trauma surgeon interested in an academic career. The candidate must have successfully completed an accredited general surgery residency program and a Trauma/Critical Care surgical fellowship. The candidate must be committed to teaching, scholarly activity, and excellence in clinical care. Academic rank is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualification. The trauma surgery program services the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center and the Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center. Please include a CV along with application. 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 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 &amp; 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.

Assistant, Associate or Professor in Trauma Surgery

Job Title Assistant Professor in Family &amp; Community Medicine Requisition Number FE03993 Working Title Department Name 7H460:FAMILY AND COMMUNITY MEDICINE Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education MD or DO Required Related Experience Completion of residency program and board certification Required License/Registration/Certification Unrestricted Kentucky Medical License Job Summary The University of Kentucky Department of Family &amp; Community Medicine is seeking a qualified family physician to join our Lexington-based clinic located at Fountain Court, to practice primary care, non-surgical obstetrics. Family and Community Medicine has several clinics in the state, including additional locations in Lexington, as well as clinics located in Georgetown, Hazard, and Hindman, Kentucky. We serve as leaders at UK HealthCare’s $4 billion health system. We have aligned our clinical approach to enhance value-based quality measures through pre-visit planning, comprehensive nurse assessment, and a UK HealthCare Population Health team involving social workers, community health workers, and RN care managers. We are a national leader in transitional care management and its impact on unnecessary hospital readmissions. Our department’s clinical volume includes over 100,000 annual visits and over 2,500 hospital discharges across our current clinics and hospital services. We offer competitive compensation based on rank and experience and an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, life, disability and malpractice insurance; a generous retirement plan; continuing education; paid time off and more. Please include cover letter and CV along with application. The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is ﬁlled. Rank and compensation are commensurate with experience. Internal Employee Being Considered 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 &amp; 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.

Assistant Professor in Family & Community Medicine

Job Title Assistant or Associate Professor in Division of Endodontics Requisition Number FE02784 Working Title Department Name 7A850:DENTISTRY ORAL HEALTH PRACTICE Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education DMD, DDS or equivalent and successful completion of a two (2) year CODA accredited Endodontics program. Required Related Experience N/A Required License/Registration/Certification Board Eligible or Board Certified in Endodontics and eligibility for dental licensure in Kentucky. Job Summary The University of Kentucky College of Dentistry is inviting applications for a full-time faculty position in the non-tenure track for the Division of Endodontics, Department of Oral Health Practice. Our college is well known as a leader in digital dentistry and with a low student-teacher ratio and collegial atmosphere, there exists an excellent opportunity for the selected skilled clinician to be an integral part of the current development of an elite endodontic residency program and to enhance the clinical and academic mission of the College through research, teaching and service. Exceptional benefits are provided for this position which can be reviewed at the following link: Insurance and retirement benefits | UK Human Resources (uky.edu). The anticipated start date for this assignment is January 1, 2026. The primary responsibilities of the selected candidate are to provide preclinical and clinical instruction to predoctoral and postgraduate students. Other duties will include: participation in the development, implementation and evaluation of educational programs at all levels in the Division, serving as a consultant to postgraduate students in other advanced programs, supervision of students providing patient care, opportunity to participate in the faculty practice, providing continuing education necessary to meet program needs, participation in activities leading to scholarship/professional development leading to promotion and serving on Division, Department, College, Medical Center and University committees as assigned. Qualifications for this position include a DMD or DDS degree from a CODA accredited institution or equivalent credentials. The candidate should have a certificate of advance training in Endodontics from a CODA accredited institution, be board certified or eligible to take the examination of the American Board of Endodontics. Candidates should be eligible to receive an unrestricted Kentucky license or a Kentucky dental faculty license. Experience in dental education desired, but not required. Distribution of Effort (DOE): Instruction 60–70% Scholarship 5-10% Professional Development 5–10% Service 20% TOTAL 100% Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants must submit an application that includes a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information for three references when prompted in the application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Teaching, Mentoring, Clinical Care, Collaboration, Administration, Supervision, Scholarship, Research Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience An advanced degree in Endodontics. Experience in dental education desired, but not required. 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 &amp; 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.

Assistant or Associate Professor in Division of Endodontics

Job Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Psychiatry Requisition Number FE03693 Working Title Department Name 7H800:PSYCHIATRY Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education M.D./D.O. degree or equivalent Required Related Experience Completion of residency in Psychiatry Knowledge of psychiatric practices in a variety of clinical, teaching, and research environments, as well as a demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment. Required License/Registration/Certification Board eligible/board certified in Adult Psychiatry by the American Psychiatric Association Current licensure, or eligibility to obtain licensure, to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky. Job Summary The Department of Psychiatry at the University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiatric services, as well as experience in teaching medical students, residents, and other health professionals. This position will be instrumental to provide a wide range of psychiatric services to adults at Eastern State Hospital, managed by UK Healthcare. This 300,000 square foot, 239 bed facility, which opened in September 2013, offers an extensive range of inpatient mental health services to adults living within the 50 counties surrounding and including Fayette County. Eastern State Hospital provides recovery-focused, individualized care in a supportive environment that features the latest in mental health treatment. To learn more about Eastern State Hospital, visit the website at <a href="http://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/ESH/" target="_blank">http://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/ESH/</a> The Department of Psychiatry is comprised of a team of highly skilled clinicians and staff working together to create a Culture of Health. A Culture of Health is based on the premise that “everyone has the opportunity to live a healthier life” and that as a community “we must work together to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to make healthy choices.” Robert Wood Johnson Foundation The Department of Psychiatry is using this framework to harness the power of academic medicine to deliver cutting-edge clinical services with the expertise derived from robust community engagement to provide a platform for educating and training the future leaders of psychiatry. Our work is only as good as the impact we make on the community we live in. The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine strives to provide the highest level of patient care, innovative educational programs, active research in mental illness and advocacy throughout the state of Kentucky and beyond. These pursuits have helped the department win the American College of Psychiatrists’ Award for Creativity in Psychiatric Education not once, but twice. The Department employs physicians, psychologists, therapists and other mental health professionals to provide a wide variety of behavioral health and substance use treatment services at multiple locations. Our clinicians provide care at our UK Psychiatric &amp; Behavioral Health Care Clinic at Fountain Court – Lexington, KY, Albert B. Chandler Hospital – Lexington, KY, Good Samaritan Hospital – Lexington, KY, Eastern State Hospital – Lexington, KY as well as various other clinics and departments throughout the UK HealthCare system and outside organizations throughout Kentucky. Our team of researchers are working to advance the understanding of behavioral health and how behavioral health conditions are managed and treated. Our department has five ACGME-certified residency training programs which focus on training more than 50 physicians each year to become the future leaders in psychiatry. The Department of Psychiatry’s administrative, education and research offices are located near the Hamburg area of Lexington at 245 Fountain Ct., Lexington, KY, 40509. This off-campus location provides free onsite parking for employees and patients as well as a primary care/urgent care clinic and retail pharmacy that is accessible for both patients and employees. Forbes magazine announced in February 2023 that it ranked the University of Kentucky sixth out of 500 total companies on its America’s Best Large Employers list. UK is listed second nationally in the education category. The University of Kentucky provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and insurance benefits, a competitive 2:1 retirement match up to 5% of an employee’s base salary, discounts to local, regional and national businesses, paid vacation and temporary disability leave (sick time) and 14 paid holidays each year. For additional information on University of Kentucky’s benefits, please visit <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/insurance-and-retirement" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/insurance-and-retirement</a>. If you are interested in joining our team to help transform the behavioral health system of care in the Lexington area and throughout Kentucky, please consider applying for this position. To be considered an applicant for the position, please submit a CV and cover letter along with application. Please also include the names and contact information for three references when prompted in the application. This information may be used to solicit reference letters within the employment system. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Demonstrated ability to relate and communicate with internal and external faculty, staff, and other clients of the department. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes 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 &amp; 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.

Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Psychiatry

Job Title Assistant Professor in OB/GYN Requisition Number FE03920 Working Title Department Name 7H505:OBSTETRICS &amp; GYNECOLOGY - ONCOLOGY Work Location Bowling Green, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education M.D or D.O Required Related Experience Completion of residency in OB/GYN Required License/Registration/Certification Eligible for, or currently licensed, to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky Board Certified/Board Eligible in OB/GYN Board eligible in Gynecologic Oncology Job Summary The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine, Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible physician to join the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at our Bowling Green, KY location for a full-time faculty position. Responsibilities include: 1. Serve as a full-time clinician within the Medical Center at Bowling Green system, including outpatient clinics, inpatient care, and consults in the hospital and Emergency Department. 2. Serve as a faculty member in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology in the College of Medicine (COM) at the University of Kentucky. 3. Provide Outreach Services (telehealth or in-person) as needed. 4. Contribute to the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows in the Department, the UK COM, and at The Medical Center at Bowling Green. 5. Engage in scholarly activity pertinent to clinical care, education, quality and safety or health services. 6. Engage as a citizen of the Department, the Division, and The Medical Center at Bowling Green by attending departmental and divisional faculty meetings, Grand Rounds, patient care conferences, tumor board, and other important functions by teleconferencing. Applicants should have a strong interest in clinical care, education, and clinical research. Experience in teaching and supervising medical students and resident physicians is desirable. A competitive salary and benefits package is being offered. Please include an updated CV when applying for the 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 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 &amp; 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.

Assistant Professor in OB/GYN

Job Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Gastroenterology Requisition Number FE03133 Working Title Department Name 7H358:INTERNAL MEDICINE &amp; DIVISIONS - GASTROEN 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 residency and fellowship training in Gastroenterology or equivalent. Completion of Advanced Interventional GI training. Required License/Registration/Certification Ky Medical License at time of employment Job Summary The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking an attending physician at the open rank for digestive diseases. Duties include, but are not limited to: <ul><li>Participation in the Clinical Gastroenterology Programs within the Division of Digestive Diseases and Nutrition at the University of Kentucky.</li><li>Serve as an Attending and/or Consulting Physician at the UK HealthCare Hospitals and/or the Veterans Administration Hospital for no less than three months per year.</li><li>Patient care responsibilities will include Advanced Interventional GI service and general gastroenterology services at the UK HealthCare outpatient clinics and possibly other outreach clinics.</li><li>Provide teaching and supervision of residents and medical students in all clinical settings (inpatient, outpatient, and clinical research subjects). Will be an active participant in postgraduate education/CME efforts.</li><li>Serve on appropriate Division, Department, University, Hospital and College committees.</li><li>Participation in Continuing Education Programs at the College of Medicine.</li></ul> Please include an updated CV when applying to the 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 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 &amp; 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.

Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Gastroenterology

Job Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Gastroenterology Requisition Number FE03250 Working Title Department Name 7H358:INTERNAL MEDICINE &amp; DIVISIONS - GASTROEN 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 residency and fellowship training in Gastroenterology or equivalent. Completion of Advanced Interventional GI training. Required License/Registration/Certification Ky Medical License at time of employment Job Summary The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking an attending physician at the open rank for digestive diseases. Duties include, but are not limited to: <ul><li>Participation in the Clinical Gastroenterology Programs within the Division of Digestive Diseases and Nutrition at the University of Kentucky.</li><li>Serve as an Attending and/or Consulting Physician at the UK HealthCare Hospitals and/or the Veterans Administration Hospital for no less than three months per year.</li><li>Patient care responsibilities will include Advanced Interventional GI service and general gastroenterology services at the UK HealthCare outpatient clinics and possibly other outreach clinics.</li><li>Provide teaching and supervision of residents and medical students in all clinical settings (inpatient, outpatient, and clinical research subjects). Will be an active participant in postgraduate education/CME efforts.</li><li>Serve on appropriate Division, Department, University, Hospital and College committees.</li><li>Participation in Continuing Education Programs at the College of Medicine.</li></ul> Please include an updated CV when applying to the 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 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 &amp; 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 Assistant, Associate or Professor in Urology Requisition Number FE02919 Working Title Department Name 7H855:Department of Urology 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 ACGME Urology Training Program Required License/Registration/Certification Eligible to obtain licensure in the state of Kentucky, to practice medicine through the KBML. Eligibility for board certification in Urology. Job Summary The Department of Urology is currently recruiting a clinical provider to enhance clinical practice at the University of Kentucky. The individual in this position is expected to provide, develop and maintain clinical services as well as develop academic pursuits in the field of Urology. The University of Kentucky serves as both a tertiary care center for patients with complex Urology illnesses and also as a local/regional referral center for patients within our community and surrounding areas. This position is necessary to provide teaching and training Urology residents/medical students. Please include a CV along with contact information for three references when prompted in the application. This information may be used to solicit reference letters from your contacts. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Sub specialty in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery 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 &amp; 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.

Assistant, Associate or Professor in Urology

Job Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Psychiatry Requisition Number FE04311 Working Title Department Name 7H800:PSYCHIATRY Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education M.D./D.O. degree or equivalent Required Related Experience Completion of residency in Psychiatry Knowledge of psychiatric practices in a variety of clinical, teaching, and research environments, as well as a demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment. Required License/Registration/Certification Board eligible/board certified in Adult Psychiatry by the American Psychiatric Association Current licensure, or eligibility to obtain licensure, to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky. Job Summary The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a residency-trained, board certified/board eligible Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care as well as teaching, administration, and professional development. Preferred experience includes previous experience in providing psychiatric services, as well as experience in teaching medical students, residents, and other health professionals. This position will serve as the Medical Director and provide a wide range of psychiatric services to adults at Eastern State Hospital, managed by UK Healthcare. This 300,000 square foot, 239 bed facility, which opened in September 2013, offers an extensive range of inpatient mental health services to adults living within the 50 counties surrounding and including Fayette County. Eastern State Hospital provides recovery-focused, individualized care in a supportive environment that features the latest in mental health treatment. To learn more about Eastern State Hospital, visit the website at <a href="http://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/ESH/" target="_blank">http://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/ESH/</a>. This position will also serve as the Medical Director of UK HealthCare’s new EmPATH unit which opened on the campus of Eastern State Hospital in June 2024. EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing) is the first of its kind in Kentucky and one of only around 30 in the country. EmPATH is designed to be a therapeutic environment for treating behavioral health crises, serving as an alternative to sending a person in crisis to the emergency department. Open 24/7, EmPATH has its own easy-to-access entrance and a capacity of 12-16 chairs. Patients can stay up to 23 hours. UK HealthCare is leasing the space and will be responsible for staffing and operating the unit. The goal of EmPATH is to decompress emergency departments and inpatient units and promote better outcomes through rapid treatment access in the safest setting. This also allows us to continue building out a continuum of services. <a href="https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/services/empath" target="_blank">https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/services/empath</a> The Department of Psychiatry is comprised of a diverse team of highly skilled clinicians and staff working together to create a Culture of Health. A Culture of Health is based on the premise that “everyone has the opportunity to live a healthier life” and that as a community “we must work together to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to make healthy choices.” Robert Wood Johnson Foundation The Department of Psychiatry is using this framework to harness the power of academic medicine to deliver cutting-edge clinical services with the expertise derived from robust community engagement to provide a platform for educating and training the future leaders of psychiatry. Our work is only as good as the impact we make on the community we live in. The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine strives to provide the highest level of patient care, innovative educational programs, active research in mental illness and advocacy throughout the state of Kentucky and beyond. These pursuits have helped the department win the American College of Psychiatrists’ Award for Creativity in Psychiatric Education not once, but twice. The Department employs physicians, psychologists, therapists and other mental health professionals to provide a wide variety of behavioral health and substance use treatment services at multiple locations. Our clinicians provide care at our UK Psychiatric &amp; Behavioral Health Care Clinic at Fountain Court – Lexington, KY, Albert B. Chandler Hospital – Lexington, KY, Good Samaritan Hospital – Lexington, KY, Eastern State Hospital – Lexington, KY as well as various other clinics and departments throughout the UK HealthCare system and outside organizations throughout Kentucky. Our team of researchers are working to advance the understanding of behavioral health and how behavioral health conditions are managed and treated. Our department has five ACGME-certified residency training programs which focus on training more than 50 physicians each year to become the future leaders in psychiatry. The Department of Psychiatry’s administrative, education and research offices are located near the Hamburg area of Lexington at 245 Fountain Ct., Lexington, KY, 40509. This off-campus location provides free onsite parking for employees and patients as well as a primary care/urgent care clinic and retail pharmacy that is accessible for both patients and employees. Forbes magazine announced in February 2023 that it ranked the University of Kentucky sixth out of 500 total companies on its America’s Best Large Employers list. UK is listed second nationally in the education category. The University of Kentucky provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and insurance benefits, a competitive 2:1 retirement match up to 5% of an employee’s base salary, discounts to local, regional and national businesses, paid vacation and temporary disability leave (sick time) and 14 paid holidays each year. For additional information on University of Kentucky’s benefits, please visit <a href="https://hr.uky.edu/insurance-and-retirement" target="_blank">https://hr.uky.edu/insurance-and-retirement</a>. If you are interested in joining our team to help transform the behavioral health system of care in the Lexington area and throughout Kentucky, please consider applying for this position. To be considered an applicant for the position, please submit a CV and cover letter along with application. Please also include the names and contact information for three references when prompted in the application. This information may be used to solicit reference letters within the employment system. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Demonstrated ability to relate and communicate with internal and external faculty, staff, and other clients of the department. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes 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 &amp; 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 Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Endocrinology Requisition Number FE03371 Working Title Department Name 7H357:INTERNAL MEDICINE &amp; DIVISIONS - ENDOCRIN Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education MD/DO degree or equivalent Required Related Experience Residency and completion of fellowship training in Endocrinology Required License/Registration/Certification Ky Medical License within 30 days of appointment Job Summary The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, seeks a dynamic and accomplished academic endocrinologist to serve as Program Director for its ACGME-accredited Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Fellowship Program. Reporting to the Division Chief and working in close collaboration with the Vice Chair of Education, the Program Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of the fellowship. This includes advancing clinical excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a rigorous and supportive learning environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of endocrinology education at UK, while cultivating academic growth and meeting the evolving needs of both the institution and the broader community. &nbsp; The ideal candidate will exhibit emotional intelligence, a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, and a passion for training future leaders in Endocrinology. The selected individual will be a recognized academic leader with a proven track record of excellence in clinical care, research, clinical education, and mentorship. &nbsp; Strong leadership abilities as a compassionate listener, strategic decision-maker, and an effective collaborator are essential. The candidate should demonstrate integrity, foster trust among colleagues, and possess excellent communication skills. Prior administrative experience in an academic medical center setting is preferred. &nbsp; Key Responsibilities In collaboration with the Division Chief and Vice Chair of Education, the Endocrinology Fellowship Program Director will have responsibility, authority, and accountability for: program administration and operations; teaching and scholarly activity; fellow recruitment and selection, evaluation, and promotion of fellows, and disciplinary action; supervision of fellows; and fellow education in the context of patient care. The role will be provided 20% FTE of non-clinical time. &nbsp; <ul><li>Provide strategic leadership and daily oversight of the ACGME-accredited Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Fellowship Program, ensuring excellence in education, clinical training, and program administration.</li><li>Design, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive curriculum aligned with ACGME competencies and institutional priorities.</li><li>Recruit, select, and mentor fellows; oversee evaluation, promotion, and, when necessary, disciplinary actions in accordance with institutional policy and in the context of high-quality patient care.</li><li>Maintain a dynamic, supportive learning environment that fosters professionalism and psychological safety—encouraging open feedback and continuous improvement.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with ACGME and institutional requirements, including documentation, program updates, and reporting obligations.</li><li>Collaborate with Division, Department, and institutional leadership to secure necessary faculty, administrative, and infrastructure support for the program.</li><li>Serve as a visible role model of clinical excellence, teaching, and professionalism within the Division and broader medical community.</li><li>Participate in clinical instruction of students, residents, and fellows in both ambulatory and inpatient settings.</li><li>Lead or contribute to fellow didactics, seminars, case conferences, and other structured educational activities.</li><li>Support the Division’s academic mission by facilitating scholarly activity and clinical research among trainees and faculty.</li><li>Represent the University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare as an active member of the medical staff, participating in medical staff affairs, quality initiatives, and upholding evidence-based practice standards.</li><li>Build and sustain relationships with alumni, external organizations, and professional societies to enhance the program’s visibility, reputation, and long-term growth.</li><li>Serve on appropriate Division, Department, University, Hospital, and College committees as assigned by the Division Chief.</li></ul> &nbsp; To be considered for the position, interested applicants must apply to this University of Kentucky position posting and also submit a CV and Letter of Interest addressed to the Search Committee to Amber Gornik, Managing Associate, at Korn Ferry at <a href="mailto:Amber.Gornik@kornferry.com" target="_blank">Amber.Gornik@kornferry.com</a>. &nbsp; Skills/Knowledge/Abilities <ul><li>MD, DO, or equivalent terminal medical degree.</li><li>Must possess, or be eligible for, an unrestricted medical license in Kentucky.</li><li>Current board certification in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism (ABIM or AOBIM).</li><li>Academic credentials that qualify for appointment as Assistant Professor or higher.</li><li>Minimum of three years of teaching and/or administrative experience in an ACGME-accredited Endocrinology or Internal Medicine program.</li><li>A teaching portfolio with objective evidence of teaching evidence (learner evaluations, peer and learner letters of support).</li><li>Academic experience including public speaking, involvement in regional or national organizations related to advancing endocrinology or medical education, and/or peer-reviewed publications.</li><li>Advanced training or experience in a relevant field, such as a Master of Health Professional Education, public health, or health services research.</li></ul> 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 &amp; 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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