Job Description

Dermatology Physician at UK St. Claire summary:

A Dermatology Physician providing comprehensive outpatient and occasional inpatient dermatological care to a diverse patient population, including adults and children. The role involves mentoring medical residents and students while working within a mission-driven, not-for-profit hospital system serving a broad Appalachian community. The position offers a supportive work environment with competitive compensation and benefits in a vibrant university town enriched by cultural and outdoor recreational activities.

Opportunity Overview:

UK St. Claire is seeking a dynamic and skilled Dermatologist to join our busy and growing health system. This is an exciting opportunity for a dermatologist who thrives in a collegial, physician-centric environment and is passionate about making a difference in a mission-driven organization. Our facility offers a supportive work setting and is located in a vibrant university town near stunning outdoor recreation opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive dermatological care in an established practice.
• Treat a diverse patient population, including both adults and children.
• Engage in mainly outpatient care with occasional inpatient on-call coverage.
• Mentor residents and students from the University of Kentucky and the University of Pikeville.

UK St. Claire Overview:

• Largest employer in the county, serving an 11-county area with a population of 160,000.
• Not-for-profit, 159-bed modern hospital with 32 medical specialties.
• Serving the Appalachian region for nearly 60 years with a mission-oriented approach.
• Opportunity to be involved in a progressive healthcare setting with a focus on quality patient care.

Benefits Include:

• Hospital-employed position with a guaranteed salary transitioning to a wRVU-based model (dependent upon specialty).
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance.
• Retirement benefits with 403b and 457 plans.
• CME allotment and time off including CME/Vacation and Paid Time Off (PDL) bank.
• Moving expenses and a signing bonus.
• Loan repayment assistance (location eligible for NHSC funding).

Community Highlights:

• Located in a vibrant university town, Morehead is just one hour from Lexington, KY, and Huntington, WV.
• Minutes away from the scenic Daniel Boone National Forest.
• Enjoy outdoor activities at Cave Run Lake, including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, camping, and water sports.
• Experience a rich cultural scene with theatre productions, art displays, concert recitals, and festivals.
• A safe, welcoming environment ideal for both professional and personal life.

Why Join Us?

• Become part of a supportive, dynamic healthcare team in a growing and stable health system.
• Benefit from a mission-driven organization committed to serving the Appalachian region.
• Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with access to both natural beauty and cultural amenities in a beautiful setting.

UK St. Claire is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Keywords:

dermatology, physician, outpatient care, inpatient coverage, patient care, mentoring, healthcare, hospital-employed, Appalachian region, medical education

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