Physician - Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

Job Title

Physician - Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

Requisition Number

FE04736

Working Title

Hand & Upper Extremity

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

MD degree or equivalent

Required Related Experience

• Completion of residency as well as fellowship training in orthopedic hand surgery
• Demonstrated ability in clinical teaching.

Required License / Registration / Certification

Job Summary

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks a physician faculty member to teach students and residents of the Orthopaedic Hand Service, as well as provide care for the patients on this service. The physician faculty will supervise medical students assigned to the Orthopaedic surgical service, as well as supervise and educate residents in the care of patients with musculoskeletal hand-related diagnosis. This position will also be responsible for establishing protocols and critically evaluating outcomes as related to musculoskeletal hand patients, and will serve on applicable University and College of Medicine committees as assigned. The preferred candidate will have a demonstrated ability in clinical teaching, as well as the ability to share responsibility for administration of the Hand program. Rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to relate with internal and external constituencies of the Medical Center involved in related disciplines.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

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.

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