General Gastroenterologist – Full-Time

General Gastroenterologist – Full-Time

Location: University of Kentucky HealthCare
Department: Gastroenterology
Schedule: Full-Time | 90% Clinical, 5% Teaching, 5% Professional Development

Position Summary:

University of Kentucky HealthCare is actively recruiting full-time General Gastroenterologist to join our dynamic academic team.  Faculty positions are full-time (1.0 FTE), non-tenure track, with academic rank commensurate with experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in patient care and a passion for advancing the field of gastroenterology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology services.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
• Participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or equivalent.
• Completion of Gastroenterology fellowship training program.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Kentucky.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine and teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in academic or teaching hospital settings.

Incentive & Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health, and CME support
• Faculty appointment with the University of Kentucky College of Medicine
• Up to $50K in Student Loan Forgiveness 

Community & Lifestyle:

• Lexington, KY offers an outstanding quality of life:
• Ranked among the Best Places to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report, 2024)
• Named a Top 50 City to Raise a Family (Courier Journal, 2024)
• Listed in the Top 15 U.S. Cities for Work-Life Balance (The Lane Report, 2024)
• Excellent schools, vibrant culture, outdoor activities, and a growing economy

About UK HealthCare:

• Premier academic medical center serving Kentucky and beyond
• Magnet-recognized for nursing excellence
• Home to nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge research
• Strong commitment to physician development, mentorship, and innovation

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