Academic Med-Peds – Faculty - Assoc. Program Director

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Full time

Job description

University Health Physicians, an academic group practice affiliated with the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine in conjunction with its major teaching facility Truman Medical Centers/University Health (TMC/UH).

University Health Physicians (UHP) is the physician group practice for the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC) in conjunction with its major teaching facility. UMKC supports several residencies and many of our physicians have teaching responsibilities for residents and medical students. UHP is also the primary physician group for Truman Medical Centers/University Health in Kansas City, MO, known as 'Kansas City's Essential Hospital,' it is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City, MO. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, TMC/UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we have been recognized as a regional leader in COVID care and testing.

Job Description

University Health Physicians (UHP), the academic group practice for the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC SOM), seeks Internal Medicine-Pediatrics (Med-Peds) faculty for Primary Care positions. Opportunities include ambulatory-only or combined ambulatory + inpatient practice within a mission-driven, safety-net academic medical center.

The ideal candidate will have the clinical expertise, academic interest, and interpersonal skills to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic and active academic section.

Primary Care Faculty

Requirements

• BE/BC in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
• Strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and academic engagement

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and academic rank
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive academic environment with opportunities for professional growth

Inclusive Part-Time Leadership Role (0.1 FTE): Leadership Role

Associate Program Director - Med-Peds Residency

Start Date: July 2026

The APD will serve as core residency leadership with primary focus on ambulatory education, continuity clinic operations, and ambulatory didactics, along with contributions to the QI curriculum, ITE remediation, and board preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee resident clinic scheduling, continuity requirements, panel management, and clinic flow
• Lead and develop the ambulatory didactics curriculum
• Support and implement the longitudinal QI curriculum
• Provide ITE performance review, coaching, and individualized learning plans
• Develop and oversee Med-Peds board prep curriculum
• Serve as a core member of residency leadership and mentor residents

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
• Commitment to ambulatory education, curriculum development, and/or QI
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• QI training/experience (or ability to complete prior to start)
• Familiarity with ACGME requirements; experience with outpatient operations preferred

H1B applicants are welcome to apply. J1 applicants with a 2027 hire date are welcome to apply but we can no longer consider J1 applicants for 2026 hire dates.

The Department of Medicine is proud of its diverse composition and is an equal opportunity employer.

How to apply:

Submit CV and cover letter indicating interest in:

• Primary Care role
• APD role
• Or combined position