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Physician - Podiatrist at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitlePhysician - Podiatrist
Requisition NumberFE04860
Working TitleInpatient Orthopaedic Surgery
Department Name7H859:ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
Work LocationLexington, KY
Type of PositionFaculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track StatusNon-Tenure Track
Required Education
DPM or equivalent

Required Related Experience
Residency-Trained in Podiatric Medicine
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active, current DPM license to practice in Kentucky
Board Certified or Eligible in Podiatric Medicine
Job Summary
The primary responsibilities of the person in this position are to provide inpatient care and to teach students and residents (as applicable) in the optimal management of patients needing podiatric/foot-ankle services, in the treatment of patients with podiatric/foot-ankle needs, and in the management of patients who benefit from podiatric/foot-ankle services.

Specific responsibilities include:
  • Supervise medical students assigned to the Orthopaedic Surgical Services as specified by the Department Chair
  • Supervise and educate residents in the care of patients with foot and ankle disorders and other issues related to podiatry
  • Serve as an attending and teaching physician in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery’s foot/ankle service, focusing on inpatient and consultative care.
  • Serve on appropriate University Hospital and College of Medicine committees as assigned
  • Support the research mission of the department

Please include a current CV when submitting your application. Date formatting for all education and experience listings must be in month/year format (mm/yyyy-mm/yyyy). Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
  • Demonstrate ability in Teaching
  • Ability to relate with fellow colleagues involved in related disciplines
  • Ability to share responsibility for the administration of Orthopaedic Surgery Programs
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
Open Until FilledYes
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.


Posting Specific Questions

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  1. * Where did you first see this position advertised?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • AAMC.org
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • UK Physician Recruiter
    • Current Resident or Fellow
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member (Please specify below.)
    • Recruiter or Search Firm (Please specify below.)
    • Other (Please specify below.)
  2. * Please provide additional details about how you first heard about this position.

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita
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    Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States

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