44 education jobs found in Lexington, KY

The Educator for sterile processing and high-level disinfection is responsible for advancing excellence in education, competency management and standardized practice across sterile processing, high-level disinfection and related perioperative services. The role ensures staff competency, regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and continuous quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards.

The Dental Treatment Coordinator supports the delivery of care within the DMD student clinic by coordinating treatment transitions, patient education, and administrative logistics within UK HealthCare Dentistry. This position serves as a liaison between general dentists, dental students, supervising faculty, and other specialty providers to ensure patients receive timely and well-coordinated care throughout their treatment plan. Key responsibilities include verifying insurance coverage, facilitating financial arrangements prior to treatment, and coordinating appointments for procedures, imaging, or related consultations within the student clinic. The coordinator ensures treatment plans are accurately entered into the EHR and helps patients understand the clinical and emotional aspects of their dental care. They also monitor case acceptance rates and follow up with patients throughout the course of care to support treatment completion and satisfaction. Additional...

The Dental Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality dental care by assisting dentists and ensuring patients have a positive experience throughout their visit. This role involves preparing patients and treatment areas for procedures, assisting chairside during dental treatments, and maintaining accurate patient records in Epic. The Dental Assistant performs essential clinical tasks such as sterilizing instruments, setting up operatories, managing supplies, and providing expanded care duties, including coronal polishing and radiography. In addition to clinical responsibilities, this position plays a key role in patient education by explaining procedures, promoting oral hygiene practices, and addressing patient questions with professionalism and empathy. The Dental Assistant contributes to the smooth daily operation of the clinic through teamwork, adherence to infection-control protocols, and compliance with University and UK HealthCare policies. Service excellence and care...

The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care. This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care. This position is in an Oncology Ambulatory Clinic.

The Nurse Clinical Ambulatory provides disease-specific patient care to patients with serious acute and/or chronic health events or seeking healthcare to maintain their wellness. The position’s responsibilities include but are not limited to, skilled assessments, care plans and care plan implementation, patient education, and clinical evaluation or interventions. This position requires working with medical professionals under time and efficiency constraints in a busy ambulatory care setting with a patient-centered care focus on quality, safety, and service. A working knowledge of enterprise, nursing, departmental policies, protocols, and procedures is needed to be successful.

The RN Case Manager will facilitate appropriate care coordination to patients and their families in cases where specific problems related to clinical aspects influence effective utilization of inpatient or outpatient treatment (e.g. organize and facilitate access to tests, procedures, and results to prepare patient for discharge); will assist in the formation and/or implementation of the patients discharge plan, as related to clinical assessments; serve as a liaison with other departments and agencies to ensure continuity of transition of care; make recommendations based on evidence/practices that best aligns with the clinical needs of the patient (e.g. arranges home health, durable medical equipment, or infusion therapy, and complete referrals to appropriate agencies); serve as a resource by providing training and education about case management services; work in tandem with SW-Case Manager and refer high risk patients to them; and participate in departmental coverage.

The night shift Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider ( APP ) functions within the adult ICU areas and is an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team. The APP functions primarily managing critically ill adults and serves as a resource throughout UKHC for intensive care interventions. The APP is generally on a service aligned team and manages the day to day patient care from ICU to step down to discharge. In some instances the APP may have responsibilities for this same patient population as they return for follow up in the outpatient setting. The APP also may play a role in the admissions process including ICU triage. The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring an environment of safe quality care. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and...

The person in this position will provide direct patient care, including performing prophylaxis, polishing, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning, patient assessment of hard and soft tissues and periodontal exams. Capture radiographic image. Apply fluoride foam and varnish and sealants as ordered by dentist. Provides home care assessment and oral health instructions. Provide clinical support through disinfection, set-up and breakdown of clinical operator, instrument sharpening and equipment maintenance. Prepares and transports instruments for sterilization. Update patient’s medical history and medications. Records vital signs at each visit. Documents treatment performed and enters procedures in the clinical patient management software. Schedule patients for return appointment. This position is eligible for a Sign-on Bonus of $10,000, contingent on a 12-month employment commitment. Further details will be discussed during the hiring process.

The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care. This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care. There is an IEBC .

The Radiology Sonographer will work in the Imaging Services Department of Good Samaritan Hospital providing high quality and efficient customer service to patients in this department. Job duties include: treat all customers (patients, faculty, staff, etc.) with respect and in a courteous, professional manner, maintain privacy and confidentiality, promote a positive work environment, provide communication regarding all aspects of care, such as explanations of exam or delay in service. This position is also required to acquire or maintain ARDMS certification to ensure compliance with our ACR accreditation, and to maintain required licensing with continuing education and comply with all departmental, state, and federal regulations. This position requires working weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Flex as requested to meet overall operational needs of the department, regardless of shift or assignment.

The Nurse Clinical Ambulatory provides disease specific patient care to a group of patients who have serious acute and/or chronic health events or who are seeking healthcare to maintain their state of wellness. Responsibilities of the position include, but not limited to skilled assessments, care plans and care plan implementation, patient education and clinical evaluation or interventions. This position requires working with medical professionals who are working under time and efficiency constraints in a busy ambulatory care setting with a patient centered care focus on quality, safety, and service. A working knowledge of enterprise, nursing, departmental policies, protocols, and procedures is needed to be successful.

The Patient Activity Assistant is responsible for assisting the Child Life Specialist with planning and providing developmentally and psychosocial appropriate stimulation and activities for patients in the playroom and at bedside. This position supports the developmental, emotional, and play needs of infants, children, youth, and families.

This RN role is centered around supporting the patient access workflow, with an emphasis on improving first-call resolution, reducing call transfers, and enhancing response times for patients. The Clinical Nurse acts as a vital clinical resource, addressing patient concerns and escalations when patients first connect with the care team. Timely clinical triage and assessment of patient needs are key responsibilities, ensuring guidance is provided according to established protocols. By doing so, the RN helps deliver efficient, high-quality care, minimizing unnecessary follow-ups and delays. Collaboration with providers and care teams is integral to this role. The RN will assist in reducing provider message volume, streamlining communication, and supporting overall clinic efficiency. This position is crucial for improving the patient experience and facilitating the successful implementation of new access workflows within Primary Care. In addition to the triage duties, the Clinical...

At the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute, RNs work together with other specialists as part of an award-winning multidisciplinary team that handles the management, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological and neuromuscular conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease), multiple sclerosis and stroke. This position supports the spine neurosurgery team. The Nurse Clinical Ambulatory provides disease specific patient care to a group of patients who have serious acute and/or chronic health events or who are seeking healthcare to maintain their state of wellness. Responsibilities of the position include, but not limited to skilled assessments, care plans and care plan implementation, patient education and clinical evaluation or interventions. This position requires working with medical professionals who are working under time and efficiency constraints in a busy ambulatory care setting with a...

Golisano Children’s Hospital ( GCH ) at the University of Kentucky is actively recruiting a compassionate and skilled Child Life Specialist to join our dedicated team. GCH hosts the states only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care and is home to a Pediatric Level I Trauma Center offering the excellent opportunity to deliver a wide range of interventions and services. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating psychosocial patient and family needs for children aged neonatal to 17 years. As a Child Life Specialist, you will play a vital role in meeting the emotional, developmental, and psychosocial needs of our young patients and their families. With a special focus on helping children and adolescents navigate the challenges associated with illness, injury, and hospitalization, you will actively work to minimize stressors and alleviate anxiety. Your commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment will contribute...

The Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellow will be under the direction by a Licensed Psychologist to provide supervised psychological services. This may include forensic evaluations, group and individual psychotherapy interventions, psychological assessment, crisis intervention, behavior support services, consultation, and education to patients with mental illness in a recovery-based inpatient setting all while working alongside Licensed Psychologists. Must have a doctoral degree (Phd, PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and eligible for licensure as a Licensed Psychologist (temporary) prior to hire date. Applicants will work under the direct supervision of a Licensed Psychologist with Health Service Provider designation in accordance with the Kentucky Board of Examiners requirements. One year of experience is preferred, pre-doctoral internship experience is accepted. Conducts forensic evaluations as ordered. Provides individual and group therapy, conducts psychological...

Works with the Nurse Navigator in managing OPAT in ID Clinic, proactively participates in patient care rounds/clinic visits, reviewing patient profiles, providing antimicrobial pharmacotherapeutic consults, making patient specific antimicrobial drug therapy recommendations. Identifying and engaging appropriate multidisciplinary clinical experts to enhance judicious use of antimicrobials; identifying, tracking, and measuring both process and outcome measures related to antimicrobial stewardship; and providing comprehensive antimicrobial stewardship education. It will be a position that rotates with other clinical ID pharmacists between ambulatory OPAT /ID clinic and inpatient ID consult teams and stewardship activities.

The Nurse Clinical Ambulatory provides disease specific patient care to a group of patients who have serious acute and/or chronic health events or who are seeking healthcare to maintain their state of wellness. Responsibilities of the position include, but not limited to skilled assessments, care plans and care plan implementation, patient education and clinical evaluation or interventions. This position requires working with medical professionals who are working under time and efficiency constraints in a busy ambulatory care setting with a patient centered care focus on quality, safety, and service. A working knowledge of enterprise, nursing, departmental policies, protocols, and procedures is needed to be successful.

The Ambulatory/Retail Pharmacist Clinical Staff/ UKHC plays a critical role in the delivery and expansion of long-acting injectable ( LAI ) psychiatric services within our clinic. This pharmacist will be primarily responsible for the administration of LAI medications, ensuring safe, timely, and protocol-driven care to support patient stability and adherence. In collaboration with providers and care teams, this role will also contribute to the ongoing development and growth of the LAI clinic, helping streamline workflows, enhance patient access, and improve clinical outcomes for individuals with serious mental illness. Primary responsibilities include administering long-acting injectable medications, managing prior authorizations to ensure timely treatment access, coordinating follow-up care, and documenting clinical interventions. The pharmacist will also provide education to patients and caregivers about their medications and work closely with interdisciplinary teams to...

The Substance Use Nurse Coordinator position will provide non-clerical and clinical support to patients and their family members to coordinate administrative matters, appointments, services, resources, and schedules related to the care provided within the First Bridge Clinic located in the Center for Drug and Alcohol Research. The position also will provide risk reduction services, including opioid overdose education with naloxone distribution and training; assisting providers in caring for complex patients with opioid use disorder; assistance with obtaining prior authorizations, and administration of long-acting FDA -approved medications as well as collect data and assume responsibility for process improvement and state/other reporting.