Pediatric - Pulmonology Physician

POSITION TITLE

Physician Pediatric Pulmonology
Director, Pediatric Sleep Medicine

ABOUT THE ROLE

The University of Kentucky Department of Pediatrics is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Pulmonologist to serve as Director of the Pediatric Sleep Medicine Program within the Division of Pulmonology. This leadership opportunity supports the academic, clinical, and strategic mission of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and Kentucky Children s Hospital.

The Director will provide comprehensive pulmonary and sleep medicine care to infants, children, and adolescents while leading the continued growth and development of Pediatric Sleep Medicine services. This position offers a balanced academic environment with strong clinical focus, integrated medical student and resident teaching, and opportunities for scholarly activity and program expansion.

PRACTICE HIGHLIGHTS

• Leadership Role: Provide strategic and clinical oversight of the Pediatric Sleep Medicine Program
• Clinical Practice: 4 5 half-day outpatient clinics per week with pulmonary and sleep medicine focus
• Academic Environment: Supervise and teach medical students and residents as part of clinical care
• Call Coverage: Clinic and sleep laboratory coverage, with inpatient responsibilities as determined by Division leadership
• Program Development: Collaborate with departmental leadership to expand Pediatric Sleep Medicine services
• Practice Locations: Kentucky Children s Hospital and Kentucky Clinics in Lexington

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Transparent compensation structure
• 200% retirement plan match
• Generous time off totaling over 8 weeks annually (inclusive of PTO, accrued sick leave for self and family, and paid holidays)
• $6,000 CME allowance plus relocation support
• Loan forgiveness eligibility
• Malpractice coverage, including tail
• Wellness and professional development programs

This comprehensive package is designed to support your leadership success, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD/DO (or equivalent) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of accredited Pediatric residency training
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Pulmonology
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Kentucky
• Demonstrated experience in pediatric clinical care and medical education
• Leadership experience and interest in program development preferred

Academic rank (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) will be commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.

UK HEALTHCARE HIGHLIGHTS

• U.S. News ranked UK Health Care the hospital in Kentucky for eight consecutive years
• Level I Trauma Center
• Nationally recognized programs in cancer, cardiology, pediatric specialties, ENT, OB-GYN, and high-volume complex care
• New cancer and neurosciences center opening in 2027

LIFE IN LEXINGTON

Ranked among the nation s best places to live and work, Lexington offers excellent schools, vibrant arts and culture, and a welcoming community. With a population of over 250,000, the city blends metropolitan amenities with the charm of the Bluegrass Region, known for its natural beauty and as the Horse Capital of the World.

UK HEALTHCARE LOCATIONS

UK Health Care is a statewide academic health system with clinical partnerships and practice sites that include:

• Albert
  
  B. Chandler Hospital
• Kentucky Children s Hospital
• UK Good Samaritan Hospital
• Eastern State Hospital
• King s Daughters Medical Center (Ashland)
• St. Claire Regional Medical Center (Morehead)

Primary practice location:
Kentucky Children s Hospital and Kentucky Clinics in Lexington.