Physician Sleep Medicine - Competitive Salary
Company: UKHC
Location: Lexington
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description 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 HealthCare the 1 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 HealthCare 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.
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