Position Title

Physician - Rheumatologist

South KC Medical Pavilion

Position Summary / Career Interest:Physician - Clinical Rheumatologist

The University of Kansas Health System, Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology, and Rheumatology is seeking a full-time Clinical Rheumatologist to join our growing team in Kansas City. This is an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding clinical practice within a highly collaborative academic environment that supports excellence in patient care, teaching, and professional development.

The Division includes both Allergy/Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, with 22 physicians and 2 Advanced Practice Providers, offering a strong foundation of clinical expertise and collegial support including 1:1 RN support for each physician, multiple LPNs and MAs, and access to 4 clinical PharmDs.

Position Highlights

Two dedicated Infusion Therapy UnitsA fully supported Clinical Trials UnitMusculoskeletal ultrasound is actively utilized in the clinic and incorporated into fellowship trainingSeveral subspecialty clinics provide disease-oriented care in collaboration with other disciplinesThe Division supports ACGME-accredited fellowship programs that train 6 Rheumatology fellows and 4 Allergy/Immunology fellows.

Academic appointments will be determined based on qualifications and experience. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with strong support for professional development and career advancement, and faculty appointment to the University of Kansas Medical Center.

Required Qualifications

MD, DO or equivalent Board certified/board eligible in Rheumatology Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri 

Compensation and Benefits 

Generous retirement contribution  Relocation assistance   Health, dental, vision insurance   CME allowance   LTD/STD and Life insurance   Professional liability insurance  

About The University of Kansas Hospital: 

Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center, with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge, deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond, and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System, consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties, is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care, Center for Transplantation, Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence.

 

About Kansas City: 

A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus, which is within close proximity to the city's top destinations, including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, as well as the Country Club Plaza, a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design. 

Overall, the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage, a strong economy, a vibrant downtown area, and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants and shopping, miles of bike paths, parks and lakes, excellent schools (public, private, and universities for higher education). 

The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, KC Current, and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City. 

For more information contact:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

DDeskin@kumc.edu

Cell (913) 951-7748

Time Type:Full time

Job Requisition ID:R-50823

Important information for you to know as you apply:

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.  See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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