Gastroenterology Physician

Company: Korn Ferry
Location: Lexington
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

University of Kentucky HealthCare is actively recruiting full-time General Gastroenterologist to join our dynamic academic team . Faculty positions are full-time (1.0 FTE), non-tenure track, with academic rank commensurate with experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in patient care and a passion for advancing the field of gastroenterology. Full-Time 90% Clinical, 5% Teaching , 5% Professional Development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology services.

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.

• Participate in the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or equivalent.

• Completion of Gastroenterology fellowship training program.

• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Kentucky.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine and teaching.

• Experience in academic or teaching hospital settings.

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health, and CME support

• Faculty appointment with the University of Kentucky College of Medicine

• Up to $50K in Student Loan Forgiveness

• Lexington, KY offers an outstanding quality of life:

• Ranked among the Best Places to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report, 2024)

• Named a Top 50 City to Raise a Family (Courier Journal, 2024)

• Listed in the Top 15 U.S. Cities for Work-Life Balance (The Lane Report, 2024)

• Excellent schools, vibrant culture, outdoor activities, and a growing economy

• Premier academic medical center serving Kentucky and beyond

• Magnet-recognized for nursing excellence

• Home to nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge research

• Strong commitment to physician development, mentorship, and innovation

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