Chief of Developmental Pediatrics

Position Title 
Chief of Developmental Pediatrics 

About the Role 
University of Kentucky HealthCare is seeking a Board-Certified Chief of Developmental Pediatrics.  
The primary responsibilities of this individual will be to engage in research to develop and enhance research opportunities to include:  

• Seek and apply for grant funding to support research. 

• Provide research leadership and coordination for the Division of Developmental Pediatrics. 

• Collaborate with other Pediatric and UK faculty to facilitate research and academic work products in alignment with Division and Department goals. 

• Apply for and maintain IRB protocols. 

• Plan for and participate in the implementation of interventions. 

• Disseminate research through publications, conferences, community education, and collaborations with schools and agencies. 

• Patient Care - Diagnose and Provide compassionate health care to children who have developmental challenges  

• Administration- Advance the mission and vision of the division, mentorship of its members, streamlining of clinical services, excellence in interdisciplinary care, and strategic planning for the future in alignment of goals of the College of Medicine and UK HealthCare 

• Professional Development - Actively participate in activities such as membership in study sections, advisory groups, professional societies, and/or other notable academic or scientific achievements   

Work Hours, Call Schedule & Other Info. 

Work Location:  

Kentucky Childrens Richmond Road, 1900 Richmond Rd, Lexington, KY 40502 

Call Schedule: 

No call

Patient Volume IP/OP: 

No inpatient.  
OP volume related to the number of providers.   

# of Advanced Practice Providers: 

5 

# of Nurses: 

4 

# of Support Staff: 

9 

Compensation, Bonus, CME, & PTO 
Compensation will be discussed with complete transparency during the phone screen 
Loan forgiveness bonus available  
Annual vacation time is 22 days per year (on a prorated basis) plus five bonus days at the Christmas/New Year timeframe 

Qualifications 
Education: M.D./D.O. degree or equivalent 
Experience: Eligibility for or actively licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Completed a residency in Pediatrics and a fellowship in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics 
Certifications: Board-certified in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics   

Malpractice 
Yes, included with tail. We have our own with UK HealthCare.  

Benefits 
Our physicians enjoy a competitive salary and bonus structure based on the AAMC Physician benchmarks. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 200% match retirement plan, and professional development opportunities. 

UKHC Highlights & Impacts  

• Ranked #1 hospital in Kentucky by?U.S.?News for 8 consecutive years. 

• Level I Trauma Center  

• Strong in cancer, ENT, OB-GYN, GI, cardiology, pediatric specialties, and high-volume complex procedures 

• 34K cases July 2024-April 2025 

• 1.2 million ambulatory volumes 

• 110K ER Visits / 39K discharges 

• New Cancer & Neuro Center opening 2027 

• Kloiber Foundation Teen Lounge 

UKHC Locations 

• Albert B. Chandler Hospital  

• Kentucky Childrens Hospital 

• Eastern State Hospital 

• UK Good Samaritan Hospital  

• Kings Daughters Medical Center (Ashland)  

• St. Claire Regional Medical Center (Morehead) 

About Lexington, KY 

• Horse Capital of the World 

• Vibrant Arts, Culture, Music & Dining Scene 

• Strong Healthcare & Education Institutions 

• Affordable Cost of Living 

• Outdoor Recreation & Natural Beauty 

• Strong Healthcare & Education Institutions 

Links 
 
 
 

Contact Information 
Sonali Patel, Senior Physician Recruiter 
University of Kentucky Health Care 
 
908-938-0764 

 

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