Assistant Professor - Oncology Rehabilitation

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Medical Center's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation seeks an Assistant Professor to lead Oncology Rehabilitation within the NCI-designated cancer center. You will deliver high-quality patient care and participate in interdisciplinary collaboration.

The faculty member will educate medical students, residents and fellows, with opportunities in clinical and basic science research. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent required to ensure foundational knowledge.
• Board Certified/Board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• Fellowship training in Oncology Rehabilitation preferred.
• Resume/CV and Cover Letter required.

Responsibilities

• Manage rehabilitation needs for patients with cancer and grow the Oncology Rehabilitation program.
• Conduct specialty clinics and inpatient consultations in designated locations.
• Collaborate with oncologists, surgeons and others as appropriate.
• Supervise and teach residents, fellows and medical students when assigned.
• Lecture to residents, fellows and students.
• Attend Grand Rounds as scheduled.
• Maintain scholarship commensurate with appropriate academic track.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Board Certified/Board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Fellowship training in Oncology Rehabilitation

Job description

Department: SOM KC Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation ----- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Position Title: Assistant Professor - Oncology Rehabilitation Job Family Group: Academic

Job Description Summary: The Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Kansas Medical Center provides specialized care in Oncology Rehabilitation within the only NCI-Designated Cancer Center in Kansas. The faculty member contributes to the growth and advancement of the University of Kansas Oncology Rehabilitation program, delivers high-quality patient care, and participates in interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition, the Assistant Professor plays an active role in the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows. Clinical and basic science research is encouraged, with laboratory facilities available to support research activities. Academic rank (Assistant, Associate, or Professor) and track (tenure or non-tenure) will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Duties Outlined

• Manage rehabilitation needs for patients with cancer and grow the Oncology Rehabilitation program.
• Conduct specialty clinics and inpatient consultations in location(s) as determined.
• Collaborate with oncologists, surgeons and others as appropriate.
• Supervise and teach residents, fellows and medical students when assigned.
• Lecture to residents, fellows and students.
• Attend Grand Rounds as scheduled.
• Maintain scholarship commensurate with appropriate academic track.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Education: MD, DO or equivalent This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Certifications/ Licenses: Board Certified/Board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Preferred Qualifications: Work Experience: Fellowship training in Oncology Rehabilitation.

Required Documents: Resume/CV Cover Letter

If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays.
• One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment.
• A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.
• https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time

The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination https://kumc-publicpoliciesandprocedures.policystat.com/policy/8446235/latest/

Disability Preference

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