Assistant

Job Summary The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Endocrinology, in the College of Medicine at the University of Kentucky is currently seeking a faculty member to provide quality subspecialty care to patients . The division's responsibilities lie in the area of primary care, secondary care for children with problems that fall within the area of expertise of practicing physicians and tertiary care these patients. This position will be located in the Barnstable Brown Kentucky Diabetes Center, which offers comprehensive evaluations and treatment plans to support the primary care provider in managing the care of patients with diabetes. The services offered include: consultation with expert diabetologists, coordination of care for diabetes complications screening and management, and comprehensive patient education plans. The selected candidate will provide patient care to children and adolescents, as well as attend traveling diabetes clinics. The faculty member will also serve as an attending physician for the pediatric endocrinology service, supervising a team of students and residents, to provide on-call coverage. In addition, this position will also contribute to the education of future physicians by supervising students and residents assigned to pediatric inpatient and outpatient services. Research and academic opportunities are also available. Please include a CV and cover letter along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Qualified candidates shall have evidence of capability and effectiveness as a practitioner, a teacher and clinical researcher in Pediatric Endocrinology. In addition, qualified candidates shall have evidence of potential for growth as a supervisor, teacher, and practitioner. 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.