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Kentucky's physician job market is anchored by major health systems including University of Kentucky HealthCare, Norton Healthcare, and Baptist Health, with Louisville and Lexington driving the highest concentration of openings. Rural and underserved areas across Appalachian Kentucky also generate consistent demand, making the state an active market for internationally trained physicians seeking visa sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Physician - Podiatrist
Requisition Number: FE04860
Working Title: Inpatient Orthopaedic Surgery
Department Name: 7H859:ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
DPM or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Residency-Trained in Podiatric Medicine
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active, current DPM license to practice in Kentucky
Board Certified or Eligible in Podiatric Medicine
Job Summary
The primary responsibilities of the person in this position are to provide inpatient care and to teach students and residents (as applicable) in the optimal management of patients needing podiatric/foot-ankle services, in the treatment of patients with podiatric/foot-ankle needs, and in the management of patients who benefit from podiatric/foot-ankle services.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Supervise medical students assigned to the Orthopaedic Surgical Services as specified by the Department Chair
- Supervise and educate residents in the care of patients with foot and ankle disorders and other issues related to podiatry
- Serve as an attending and teaching physician in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery’s foot/ankle service, focusing on inpatient and consultative care.
- Serve on appropriate University Hospital and College of Medicine committees as assigned
- Support the research mission of the department
Please include a current CV when submitting your application. Date formatting for all education and experience listings must be in month/year format (mm/yyyy-mm/yyyy). Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Demonstrate ability in Teaching
- Ability to relate with fellow colleagues involved in related disciplines
- Ability to share responsibility for the administration of Orthopaedic Surgery Programs
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Physician - Podiatrist
Requisition Number: FE04860
Working Title: Inpatient Orthopaedic Surgery
Department Name: 7H859:ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
DPM or equivalent
Required Related Experience
Residency-Trained in Podiatric Medicine
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active, current DPM license to practice in Kentucky
Board Certified or Eligible in Podiatric Medicine
Job Summary
The primary responsibilities of the person in this position are to provide inpatient care and to teach students and residents (as applicable) in the optimal management of patients needing podiatric/foot-ankle services, in the treatment of patients with podiatric/foot-ankle needs, and in the management of patients who benefit from podiatric/foot-ankle services.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Supervise medical students assigned to the Orthopaedic Surgical Services as specified by the Department Chair
- Supervise and educate residents in the care of patients with foot and ankle disorders and other issues related to podiatry
- Serve as an attending and teaching physician in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery’s foot/ankle service, focusing on inpatient and consultative care.
- Serve on appropriate University Hospital and College of Medicine committees as assigned
- Support the research mission of the department
Please include a current CV when submitting your application. Date formatting for all education and experience listings must be in month/year format (mm/yyyy-mm/yyyy). Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Demonstrate ability in Teaching
- Ability to relate with fellow colleagues involved in related disciplines
- Ability to share responsibility for the administration of Orthopaedic Surgery Programs
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Which companies sponsor visas for physicians in Kentucky?
The largest physician visa sponsors in Kentucky are major health systems: University of Kentucky HealthCare, University of Louisville Health, Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare. Academic medical centers tend to sponsor more frequently because they're cap-exempt H-1B employers. Community health centers (FQHCs) across rural Kentucky also sponsor physicians, often through J-1 waiver programs tied to underserved area placements.
Which visa types are most common for physician roles in Kentucky?
J-1 waiver and H-1B are the two dominant visa types for physicians in Kentucky. Many international medical graduates complete residency or fellowship on J-1 status, then obtain a Conrad 30 waiver by committing to serve in a designated shortage area for three years. H-1B is common for hospital-employed physicians at cap-exempt institutions. O-1 applies occasionally for physicians with nationally recognized research or clinical distinction.
Which cities in Kentucky have the most physician sponsorship jobs?
Louisville and Lexington account for the largest share of physician sponsorship openings, driven by their academic medical centers and large regional hospital networks. Bowling Green, Owensboro, and Paducah have secondary markets with regional hospital employers. Notably, rural areas across eastern and western Kentucky generate steady demand through J-1 Conrad 30 waiver placements targeting Health Professional Shortage Areas, which can be an accessible entry point for international physicians.
How to find physician visa sponsorship jobs in Kentucky?
Migrate Mate filters physician job listings specifically by visa sponsorship status, so you can search Kentucky openings without sorting through roles that don't sponsor. The platform covers positions at Kentucky's major health systems and includes community health and rural placements where J-1 waiver slots are common. Filtering by role type and region on Migrate Mate helps narrow quickly to Kentucky physicians jobs with confirmed sponsorship.
Are there state-specific considerations for physicians seeking sponsorship in Kentucky?
Kentucky participates in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which allows each state to request up to 30 waivers annually for physicians who agree to practice in underserved areas for three years. Kentucky's high proportion of rural Health Professional Shortage Areas makes these waivers relatively accessible compared to more urban states. Physicians should also be aware that Kentucky medical licensure requirements apply independently of visa approval, and both processes run concurrently.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physician jobs in Kentucky?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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