Impactful Sleep Medicine Physician Opportunity | University of Kentucky HealthCare
Updated 2/06/26
Kentucky, Kentucky, United States
Physician
Sleep Medicine
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Inpatient
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
Yes
Job description
Job description
University of Kentucky HealthCare is seeking a full-time Sleep Medicine Physician to join the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine. This non-tenure track faculty position is open-rank, with academic appointment determined by experience and qualifications. The position focuses on outpatient clinic responsibilities, inpatient consultation, and interpretation of sleep studies.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Required:
Preferred:
Benefits:
Why UK HealthCare?
University of Kentucky HealthCare is seeking a full-time Sleep Medicine Physician to join the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine. This non-tenure track faculty position is open-rank, with academic appointment determined by experience and qualifications. The position focuses on outpatient clinic responsibilities, inpatient consultation, and interpretation of sleep studies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient sleep medicine services.
- Interpret and manage sleep studies, including polysomnography and home sleep apnea testing.
- Participate in clinical teaching for medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Contribute to department didactics and academic programming.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives.
- Overseeing Advance Practice Providers.
Qualifications:
Required:
- MD or DO or equivalent degree.
- Completion of ACGME-accredited Sleep Medicine Fellowship.
- Clinical experience in Sleep Medicine.
- Board Certification in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
- Kentucky Medical License (required within 30 days of employment).
- Board certified in Internal Medicine.
- Board eligible or certified in Sleep Medicine.
Preferred:
- Experience in an academic medical center or teaching hospital.
- Evidence of academic research or experience as program director.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive academic salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, CME).
- Tuition/education benefits for eligible faculty dependents.
- Faculty appointment through the University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
- Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
Why 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
- Department of Internal Medicine: Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine
- UK Healthcare: Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine
- 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
- Listed in the Top 15 U.S. Cities for Work-Life Balance
- Excellent schools, vibrant culture, and outdoor activities
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