Acute Care Surgeon

Davita Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Acute Care Surgeon for a full-time position at University Health Physicians. The role involves managing a diverse population's acute surgical needs at a Level 1 trauma center, contributing to clinical education, and engaging in research. This position offers a robust academic appointment at UMKC, fostering growth in surgery, teaching, and community mentorship.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or eligible in General Surgery.
• Current Surgical Critical Care Fellows are encouraged to apply.
• Board certification in Surgical Critical Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cover acute care general surgery, trauma, and surgical intensive care unit (SICU).
• Participate in disaster management efforts.
• Provide care for elective general surgery patients.

Skills

General Surgery

Trauma Care

Surgical Intensive Care

Education

Board certification in General Surgery

Board certification or eligibility in Surgical Critical Care

Job description

Acute Care Surgeon

Full-time position at 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 Truman Medical Center

University Health Physicians (UHP) is the physician group practice for UMKC, supporting residencies and medical education. UHP is the primary physician group for TMC/UH, Kansas City's safety net healthcare system, delivering high-quality care with compassion and dedication. Recognized as a regional leader in COVID care during the pandemic.

Job Description

1. Cover acute care general surgery, trauma, and surgical intensive care unit (SICU).
2. Work at ACS Level 1 and Missouri-designated Level 1 trauma center, serving a diverse urban and rural population.
3. Participate in disaster management efforts.
4. Provide care for elective general surgery patients.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or eligible in General Surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility in Surgical Critical Care preferred but not required.
• Coverage available at University Health Lakewood campus.
• Current Surgical Critical Care Fellows are encouraged to apply.

Academic and Professional Development

The Department of Surgery is expanding academically. The candidate should be interested in clinical, teaching, and research growth and will have an academic appointment at UMKC at the assistant/associate professor level, depending on experience.

Teaching and Community

Our surgeons mentor residents, fellows, and medical students. Located in Kansas City, MO, a vibrant and affordable city with rich arts, sports, and educational opportunities. The new Chair of Surgery, Dr. James N. Lau, will lead this search.