Physician - Nocturnist

The University of Kansas Hospital; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

CME allowance

LTD/STD and Life insurance

Professional liability insurance

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System – Olathe Campus is seeking a full‑time Nocturnist to join our Department of Medicine. This academic medical center emphasizes high‑quality inpatient care, teaching, and research, with a strong commitment to scholarly collaboration with students and fellows.

The physician will provide nocturnal coverage across inpatient services and participate in call duties, supported by full sub‑specialty resources. Licensure eligibility in Kansas and Missouri is required.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent required for practice.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine preferred.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Provide nocturnist coverage for inpatient services.
• Participate in call duties per hospitalist schedules.
• Engage in teaching, research, and scholarly activities as an academic medical center.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to deliver high‑quality care.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine

Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Job description

Our nurses are leaders and decision makers, working closely with physicians to provide the best care and most advanced treatments. On our team, you’ll work in an environment of respect and professionalism, and you’ll have the support to advance your nursing career in the direction you choose. Find out more about the wide variety of opportunities for nurses at the University of Kansas Health System.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Job ID: R-55976 Site Location: Olathe Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: Physician - Nocturnist

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Medicine, Olathe Campus, is seeking a full‑time Nocturnist who will join the team and support the departmental mission of delivering the highest quality of care, as well as satisfying teaching, research, and academic responsibilities at the region's quaternary referral center.

The position offers a dynamic opportunity to deliver comprehensive nocturnal patient care across inpatient services. The hospital medicine service is a shift scheduling model to include day, swing and nocturnist coverage providing continuous inpatient coverage . Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on scholarly pursuits, including collaborative education and research activities with students and fellows. For those inclined, independent research initiatives are encouraged.

The role also includes participation in call duties, aligning with established practices for hospitalist services , thereby contributing to cohesive and responsive patient care delivery. As an academic medical center and health system, we offer full sub‑specialty support.

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO or equivalent

• B oard certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine

• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Benefits and compensation

• Recent increase in overall compensation package

• Generous retirement contribution

• Relocation assistance

• Health, dental, vision insurance

• CME allowance

• LTD/STD and Life insurance

• Professional liability insurance

About The University of Kansas Health System -Olathe Campus:

With a strong foundation of clinical excellence since 1953, Olathe Medical Center, now part of the University of Kansas Health System, is a 300 licensed‑bed, acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of services from specialized surgical to advanced medical specialties with the goal of building healthier communities . Together, the health system will continue to provide the highest quality of care close to home, while expanding patients’ access to more comprehensive and integrated care to meet the growing needs of the community and surrounding counties.

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 Kansas City Mavericks . Visit www.thinkkc.com (opens in new window) for more information about Kansas City.

For more information contact:

Sam Allred, Senior Physician Recruiter

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316.201.8618 cell

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.

The main reason I love coming to work is because of the amazing team. We promote a nursing culture that encourages kindness and teamwork, and I absolutely love that about our hospital. – Riley Ferree, RN

Our robust medical, dental and vision package allows you to choose options that are best for your family. We offer life, disability, and accident insurance plus voluntary offerings such as critical illness insurance and identity theft protection.

Giving back

In addition to the quality healthcare we provide, we have opportunities to serve externally in our community in activities throughout the year.

Team‑based culture

At the health system, we are a team. If you are highly skilled and motivated but don’t want to work in an “everyone for themselves” culture like many academic institutions have, this is your place.

Support and Resources

We have a comprehensive wellness program with resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional health. Our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) includes free counseling sessions and legal advice options.

Tuition Reimbursement

We offer tuition reimbursement for formal education credits.

401(a)

We offer a retirement savings plan with an employer contribute.

Success Profile

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• Acccountable to Team

• Takes Initiative

• Possesses Integrity

• Desire to Grow & Develop

Our Culture

• Work with a team that supports you, in a place where you will feel you belong and will make a difference. We empower staff to put the patient first in all things – even beyond clinical care. We value people.

• Driven to serve: Every employee makes an impact, regardless of your role – no matter if you’re in scheduling, facilities or clinical staff. We know that each step of the process ultimately impacts the patient.

• Our leadership is approachable, open‑minded, and adaptable to challenges in healthcare.

• We demonstrate values proudly and consistently. Values such as diversity and inclusion are important to our staff; there is a desire to see this reflected by the health system internally and externally.

• Even though we are a large organization, our employees feel the health system’s resources, culture and commitment to quality allow them to provide exceptional care for patients.

• Our health system welcomes patients and cases that other hospitals cannot. This represents our commitment to care and our passion to challenge ourselves and be the best.

• We are a true healthcare leader in the region, rooted in experience and excellence.

• We offer unique opportunities for professional development, as well as convenient pathways for onsite continuing education among healthcare professionals and staff – from GED to CEUs.

• We make a difference in our communities by improving the health and lives of our patients.

• We also support our communities through Health System Employees Reaching Out events.