Instructor in Neurosurgery

Company: University of Kentucky
Location: Lexington
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Posting Details
Posting Details Job Title Instructor in Neurosurgery

Requisition Number FE03077

Working Title Spine Fellowship

Department Name 7H853:NEUROSURGERY

Work Location Lexington, KY

Type of Position Faculty

Position Time Status Full-Time

Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track

Required Education M.D., D.O. or equivalent degree

Required Related Experience Evidence of appropriate research training and/or equivalent experience in Neurosurgery or related disciplines. This training/experience should be of an adequate type and duration to prepare the individual for development of an independent research program.

Required License/Registration/Certification License to practice medicine in the state of Kentucky. Must obtain Kentucky medical licensure before appointment.

Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurosurgery

Job Summary The Department of Neurology is recruiting for a Spine Fellow to support the Department. The faculty member in this position will report to the Director of the Spine Fellowship and the Chairman of the Department of Neurology.

The primary responsibilities for this position will be: participate in clinical teaching activities and provide direct or consultative neurological care for patients (adults and/or children) with neurosurgical illness in. In addition, this position will attend on the Neurosurgical inpatient unit and/or consultative services and/or provide coverage for other faculty, and acquire and improve skills in research and teaching pertinent to future leadership roles in Academic Medicine.

Please include a CV along with application.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID -19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID -19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Demonstrated proficiency in patient care, teaching, communication skills, and time management skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks and work well with multidisciplinary professionals in varied organizational and community relationships.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled Yes

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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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