Physician - Neurological Spine Surgeon

kansashealthsystem; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

CME allowance

LTD/STD and Life insurance

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System Olathe Campus seeks an academic spine surgeon to join the Neurosurgery team, providing comprehensive care for a broad range of spinal conditions within a multidisciplinary setting. The position emphasizes collaboration with orthopedic spine surgeons, neurologists, pain management specialists, rehabilitation providers, radiologists, and other experts.

Ideal candidates have MD/DO with board certification/eligibility in neurosurgery and a KS medical license.

Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent.
• Board-eligible/ board-certified Neurosurgery.
• Eligible medical license in KS.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in Neurosurgery teaching for clinical staff, medical students and residents including didactic lectures, shadowing experiences, inclusion on service activities, or involvement in research activities.
• Dedicate 90% of time to active clinical practice in the Neurosurgery Department.
• Serve on Neurosurgery departmental committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Position Title

Physician - Neurological Spine Surgeon Olathe Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The University of Kansas Health System Olathe Campus and the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center seekan academic spine surgeon to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive surgical care for patients with a broad range of spinal conditions. The Olathe campus offers dedicated spine services within a multidisciplinary environment, allowing neurosurgeons to collaborate closely with orthopedic spine surgeons, neurologists, pain management specialists, rehabilitation providers, radiologists and other specialists.

Job Duties Outlined:

• Actively participate in the teaching of Neurosurgery to clinical staff, medical students and residents including didactic lectures, shadowing experiences, inclusion on service activities, or involvement in research activities
• Dedicate 90% of time to active clinical practice in the Neurosurgery Department
• Serve on Neurosurgery departmental committees
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• MD, DO or equivalent
• Board-eligible/ board-certified Neurosurgery
• Eligible medical license in KS

Benefits and compensation:

• Competitive salary
• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocationassistance
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• CME allowance
• LTD/STD and Life insurance
• Professional liability insurance

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.

Olathe Medical Center:

For more than 60 years, Olathe Medical Center (OMC) has expanded its services to meet the growing needs of the community. Today, OMC islocatedon one of the largest hospital campuses in the Midwest, a 285-acre campus at 151st Street and I-35 in southern Johnson County, Kansas.OMC is licensed for 300 beds and averages more than 44,000 patient care days per year.Its emergency care center is one of the busiest in the region, with more than44,000 patientstreated annually.

About Kansas City:

A metropolitan area of2.3 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 withinclose proximityto the city's top destinations, including the Kauffman Center ofPerforming 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 Kansas City Mavericks. Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-56992

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].

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