Oncology - Medical Physician Job with The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, KS

PracticeLink; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Oncology Medical Physician to join their team in Kansas City. This role offers the opportunity to develop a Geriatric Oncology program at a top-ranked academic medical center. The successful candidate will work alongside a collaborative team of physicians and health professionals, focusing on clinical practice and research in geriatric oncology. With a generous benefits package and a vibrant metropolitan lifestyle, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of oncology while enjoying a high quality of life.

Benefits

Retirement contributions

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

CME allowance

Life insurance

Professional liability coverage

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in medical oncology or hematology/oncology.
• Proven ability to manage a subspecialty oncology practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop outpatient Geriatric Oncology assessment and consultative practice.
• Formalize and implement a Geriatric Oncology clinical program.

Skills

Geriatric Oncology

Clinical Research

Medical Oncology

Teaching

Education

MD or MD/PhD

Job description

Oncology - Medical Physician Job with The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, KS

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The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is seeking a full-time academic clinical physician/investigator with a demonstrated interest in geriatric oncology. The successful candidate will join a team of physicians and allied health professionals in the Division of Medical Oncology, Division of Geriatrics, and the Landon Center on Aging to develop and formalize a Geriatric Oncology program for the NCI-designated KU Cancer Center. The candidate will be involved in academic and teaching activities at the KU Clinical Research Center, the Division of Medical Oncology, and KUCC research programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop outpatient Geriatric Oncology assessment and consultative practice.
• Formalize and implement a Geriatric Oncology clinical program and research base.
• Conduct tandem subspecialty medical oncology clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Seeking Physician-investigators at the Assistant/Associate Professor level (MD or MD/PhD).
• Board certified or eligible in medical oncology or hematology/oncology, with training in geriatric medicine, and eligible for licensure in Kansas.
• Proven ability to serve in a consultative capacity in geriatric oncology, manage a subspecialty oncology practice, and conduct clinical and/or translational research in geriatric oncology (laboratory research not required).
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, research productivity, potential for extramural funding, and interest in graduate and medical education.

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Generous benefits package including retirement contributions, relocation assistance, health/dental/vision insurance, CME allowance, LTD/STD, life insurance, and professional liability coverage.

About The University of Kansas Hospital

A top-ranked academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center recognized for outstanding quality and safety, with specialties including heart care, transplantation, stroke, and cancer care.

About Kansas City

A vibrant metropolitan area of 2.3 million, offering diverse neighborhoods, cultural attractions, recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life.