Dynamic General Gastroenterologist Opportunity at the University of Kentucky HealthCare
Updated 12/04/25
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
Physician
Gastroenterology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
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. Full-Time | 90% Clinical, 5% Teaching, 5% Professional Development.
Key Responsibilities:
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. Full-Time | 90% Clinical, 5% Teaching, 5% Professional Development.
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.
- 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.
- Experience in academic or teaching hospital settings.
- 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
- 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
- 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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