Opportunity Criteria
About the Role
University of Kentucky Health Care is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Psychiatrist to join the program as a Medical Director. EmPATH Psychiatric Unit | UK Healthcare
Lead as the Medical Director for both Eastern State Hospital and the EmPATH unit, providing high-quality psychiatric care to adult patients. The EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment, and Healing) unit is a crisis intervention center that offers a therapeutic alternative to emergency departments for behavioral health crises.
Eastern State Hospital: A 239-bed facility with a mission of recovery-focused care, delivering inpatient mental health services across 50 counties.
EmPATH Unit: A specialized, 24/7 crisis intervention unit with a welcoming environment for behavioral health, providing rapid assessment and stabilization within a dedicated space
As part of our faculty, you will engage in a robust mix of clinical care, teaching, and research within UKHC’s state-of-the-art facilities. You will mentor medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals, contributing to the continued growth of our respected psychiatric program.
Work Hours, Call Schedule & Other Info.
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Work Location: |
Empath Unit located at Eastern State Hospital |
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Call Schedule: |
Yes, rotation |
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Patient Volume IP/OP: |
12 patients at a time (rotation) |
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# of Exam Rooms: |
12 Chairs |
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# of Advanced Practice Providers: |
7 (4 Day Shift, 3 Night Shift) |
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# of Nurses: |
6 RNs, 1 Nurse Manager |
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# of Support Staff: |
10 Mental Health Associates, 2 Peer Support Specialists, 2 Social Worker Seniors (MSW), 4 Patient Access/Registration Staff |
Compensation and Benefits
- Transparent, competitive salary with bonus structure based on AAMC benchmarks
- Loan forgiveness eligibility
- $5,000 CME allowance + relocation support
- 22 days annual PTO (prorated)
- Malpractice coverage (including tail) through UK HealthCare
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (with dependent coverage)
- 200% retirement plan match
- Wellness and professional development programs
This package is designed to support your career growth, financial well-being, and work-life balance.
Qualifications
Education: M.D./D.O. degree or equivalent
Experience: Completion of residency in Psychiatry; strong clinical background and demonstrated teaching abilities
Certifications: Board eligible/board certified in Adult Psychiatry (American Psychiatric Association) with current or eligible licensure to practice in Kentucky
Skills: Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to connect with internal and external stakeholders
UK HealthCare 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
- 2 million ambulatory volumes
- 110K ER Visits / 39K discharges
- New Cancer & Neuro Center opening 2027
- Kloiber Foundation Teen Lounge
UK HealthCare Locations
- Albert B. Chandler Hospital
- Kentucky Children’s Hospital
- Eastern State Hospital
- UK Good Samaritan Hospital
- King’s Daughters Medical Center (Ashland)
- Claire Regional Medical Center (Morehead)
About Lexington, KY
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- Affordable Cost of Living
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Facility & Address
University of Kentucky Healthcare
- College of Medicine Lexington KY 40536
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Contact Information
Karen Kuehn Senior Physician Recruiter
- Phone:859-323-0198
- Email:Click to email
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