Physician – Academic Transplant Hepatologist

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Retirement program

Health, dental, vision insurance

PTO and CME allowance

LTD/STD and Life insurance

PSLF eligible employer

Malpractice coverage including tail

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, MO, seeks a dedicated Transplant Hepatologist to join the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology in an academic setting. The role emphasizes patient care, education of trainees, and participation in research across a 15-member GI team and a broad clinical program.

We offer a competitive compensation package, relocation support, and comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, CME allowance, and malpractice coverage.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent.
• Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology.
• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of liver disease including ERCP/Endoscopy, liver biopsies, and outpatient/inpatient care.
• Educate GI fellows, residents and medical students during rounds and procedures.
• Engage in clinical or basic science research and participate in educational conferences.

Skills

Liver disease management

Endoscopy procedures

Clinical education

Research involvement

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Board certification in Gastroenterology

Board certification in Transplant Hepatology

Job description

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Physician – Gastroenterology: Transplant Hepatologist

The University of Kansas Health System, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, is seeking a dedicated Transplant Hepatologist to join our academic department committed to advancing gastroenterology and hepatology through cutting-edge technology, collaborative research, and outstanding patient care.

This position offers a unique opportunity to practice in a tertiary care setting while actively contributing to medical student, resident, and fellow education, clinical research, and multidisciplinary patient care. The ideal candidate will join a supportive, collegial department that values clinical excellence, innovation, education, and work-life balance, with the resources and flexibility to support both professional growth and personal well-being.

Key Position Highlights:

• Manage all aspects of liver disease. Essential functions include upper endoscopy procedure, colonoscopy, liver biopsies, as well as patient visits in the outpatient clinic and providing inpatient consultative services
• Serve as a clinical educator to GI fellows, residents, and medical students
• Engage in clinical or basic science research
• Gastroenterology team comprised of 15 Gastroenterologists, 6 Transplant Hepatologists, 3 IBD Faculty and 22 APPs
• 12 Endoscopy suites – and planning for additional rooms with current expansion
• Participate in educational conferences

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package

• Competitive base salary
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive retirement program
• Health, dental, vision insurance with coverage day one
• Paid time off and CME allowance for professional development, conference attendance and educational expenses
• LTD/STD and Life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Full malpractice insurance coverage including tail

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent
• Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology
• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri

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 and the Kansas City Mavericks! Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.