Description
POSITION TITLE
Physician – Director of Pediatric Sleep Medicine
ABOUT THE ROLE
The University of Kentucky Department of Pediatrics is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Pulmonologist or Pediatric Neurologist with training in Sleep Medicine 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 Golisano Children’s at UK.
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: 2–3 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: Golisano Children’s at UK in Lexington, KY
Learn more about the Sleep Center at Golisano Children’s at UK:
Recent program expansion announcement: KCH cuts ribbon on Tempur Sealy Pediatric Sleep Center | UKNow
Clinical services: Kentucky Children’s Tempur Sealy Pediatric Sleep Center | UK Healthcare
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Transparent compensation structure aligned with academic rank and clinical effort
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)
$4,500 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.
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
Golisano Children’s at UK
UK Good Samaritan Hospital
Eastern State Hospital
King’s Daughters Medical Center (Ashland)
St. Claire Regional Medical Center (Morehead)
Primary practice location: Golisano Children’s at UK in Lexington, KY
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
MD/DO (or equivalent) from an accredited medical school
Completion of accredited Pediatric residency training
Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Pulmonology or Pediatric Neurology
Board-certified or board-eligible in Sleep Medicine
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.
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