Physician – Musculoskeletal Radiologist

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance day 1

PTO and CME allowance

LTD/STD and Life insurance

PSLF eligible employer

Malpractice insurance with tail

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a dedicated Musculoskeletal Radiologist to join our academic radiology faculty. This role emphasizes 100% MSK subspecialization, a high-volume case mix, and collaboration with orthopedics, sports medicine, rheumatology, and oncology teams.

You will participate in resident and fellow education, pursue research, and contribute to clinical program development while leveraging advanced imaging modalities and a robust training environment in a

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• ABR board certification or eligibility in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Completion of a 12-month Musculoskeletal Radiology fellowship.
• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri.

Responsibilities

• 100% subspecialized MSK practice with weekend call.
• High-volume, diverse case mix with strong clinical variety.
• Collaborative relationships with referring services and multidisciplinary conferences.
• Opportunities for resident/fellow education and research.
• Broad modality mix including X-ray, MRI, CT, ultrasound, and spine imaging.
• Range of image-guided procedures using ultrasound- and fluoroscopy-guided techniques.

Skills

MSK imaging

Academic medicine

Education

MD or DO (or equivalent)

ABR board certified/eligible in Diagnostic Radiology

Completion of a 12-month Musculoskeletal Radiology fellowship

Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Job description

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Physician - Musculoskeletal Radiologist

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a dedicated Musculoskeletal (MSK) Radiologist to join our growing academic faculty within the Department of Radiology. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice comprehensive MSK imaging in a high-volume, tertiary care setting while contributing to education, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration at a nationally recognized academic medical center.

Our department is committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and academic distinction. The selected candidate will join a collegial team of subspecialty-trained radiologists supported by advanced technology, strong institutional resources, and a culture that values professional development and work-life integration.

Key Position Highlights

• 100% subspecialized MSK practice, including subspecialty-specific weekend call
• High-volume, diverse case mix with strong clinical variety
• Close, collaborative relationships with referring services supported by frequent multidisciplinary conferences (ortho surg, sports med, rheumatology, sarcoma/oncology)
• Proud imaging partners for the Kansas City Royals, Kansas City Chiefs, KC Current, and KU Jayhawks athletics, and imaging consultants for FIFA World Cup 26 Kansas City
• Robust training environment with 30 residents and one to two MSK fellows
• Broad modality mix including X-ray, MRI, CT, ultrasound, and spine imaging
• Wide range of image-guided procedures supporting rheumatology, sports medicine, internal medicine, and orthopedic surgery, using a balanced mix of ultrasound- and fluoroscopy-guided techniques
• Faculty appointment commensurate with qualifications and academic interests, offering involvement in resident and fellow education as well as opportunities to pursue research or advance clinical programs

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 coverage

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO (or equivalent)
• ABR board certified/eligible in Diagnostic Radiology
• Completion of a 12-month Musculoskeletal Radiology fellowship
• 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.