Internal Medicine Physician

Hospitalist

University of Kentucky HealthCare is actively recruiting full-time Hospitalists to join our dynamic academic team. We are seeking Internal Medicine-trained physicians who are looking to build a long-term career in hospital medicine with opportunities for clinical excellence, education, research, and leadership. Faculty positions are full-time (1.0 FTE), non-tenure track, with academic rank commensurate with experience.

Job Description

• 7-on/7-off schedule - Working 25 weeks of service per year
• Average daily census of 14
• Closed ICU
• No call responsibilities except for 2 weeks per year under a jeopardy system (rare back-up coverage)
• Opportunities across diverse service lines:
  • General medicine
  • Oncology & malignant hematology
  • Perioperative medicine
• Pathways for growth in:
  • Medical education
  • Quality improvement
  • Research
  • Business and leadership
• Engaged academic environment with faculty involved in QI, education, and operational initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health, and CME support
• Faculty appointment with the University of Kentucky College of Medicine
• H1-B visa support and green card sponsorship available

Community Overview

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.