Physician - Podiatrist

Physician - Podiatrist University of Kentucky, United States about 5 hours ago

Location:

Lexington, KENTUCKY

Job Type:

FullTime

Deadline:

; Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Physician - Podiatrist Requisition Number FE04860 Working Title Inpatient Orthopaedic Surgery Department Name 7H859:

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

Work Location Lexington, KY Type of Position Faculty Position Time Status Full-Time Tenure Track Status Non-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 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 & 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.