Job Title
Instructor in Neurosurgery
Requisition Number
FE03908
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.
Along with the application, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae. Applications will be reviewed as received. This position will remain open until filled.
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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