At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.
Job Description:
Physician
Job Summary
Responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered clinical care within the organization. This role is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing patient conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes. The Physician serves as a clinical leader, modeling professional excellence, upholding the core values, and contributing to the advancement of our organizational mission and commitment to the community.
Essential Functions
Deliver comprehensive clinical services, including examinations, diagnostic testing, treatment planning, and follow-up care in alignment with evidence-based medicine and clinical pathways.
Actively participate in the maintenance of quality improvement initiatives, peer review processes, and patient safety protocols. Ensure full compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS) and organizational policies.
Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough electronic medical records within the organization’s platform. Ensure all documentation meets billing, coding, and legal requirements.
Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary care team, including nursing, allied health, and clinical leadership. Provide clear, empathetic communication to patients and their families regarding diagnoses and treatment plans.
Engage in ongoing learning to maintain board certification, licensure, and clinical competencies. Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to medical staff governance as requested.
Uphold the values of the organization, fostering an environment of inclusivity, safety, and operational efficiency. Participate in system-wide initiatives and support the successful integration of new clinical workflows.
Adherence to department-specific clinical guidelines, call schedules, volume expectations, and equipment utilization as directed by clinical leadership and departmental policy.
Education Requirement
Graduate of an accredited Medical School (MD or DO)
Experience Requirement
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
Certifications & Licensures
Active and unrestricted medical license in the State of Kentucky (Ohio, if applicable).
Board-certified or board-eligible, if applicable.
Certifications in BLS, PALS, and ACLS, if applicable.
Working Conditions
A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs:1. Never
C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
G. Repetitive motion:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
H. Working at heights above 4 feet:1. Never
I. Working in confined spaces:1. Never
J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
K. Job-related travel:1. Never
L. Loud noises:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
M. Temperature extremes:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
O. Radiation:1. Never
P. Burns:1. Never
Q. Cuts/Punctures:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:1. Never
T. Combative/violent people:2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
U. Animal handling (including carcasses):1. Never
V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular):N/A
Physical Demands
This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing or patient care); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and intermittent exposure to bloodborne or airborne pathogens.
Additional Job Descriptions
N/A
Department:
HospitalistsShift:
Days (United States of America)Time Type:
Full timeAddress:
222 Medical CircleCity, State:
Morehead, KentuckySkills Required
- Graduate of an accredited Medical School (MD or DO)
- Active and unrestricted medical license in the State of Kentucky (Ohio, if applicable)
- Board-certified or board-eligible
- Certifications in BLS, PALS, and ACLS
What We Do
The University of Kentucky is a public land-grant research university in Lexington, Kentucky, dedicated to improving people's lives through excellence in education, research and creative work, service, and health care.
