Physician - Pediatrician

The University of Kansas Hospital; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Great Bend is seeking a Pediatric physician to join a dedicated team. The position includes providing inpatient and outpatient care with a supportive environment, and is suitable for candidates requiring J1 Visa sponsorship. The practice enjoys a welcoming atmosphere and a longstanding commitment to community service, making it an ideal place for both professional and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Certification in Pediatric Medicine is required.
• Candidate must be licensed to practice in Kansas.
• Candidates needing J1 Visa sponsorship are welcome.

Skills

Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Medicine

Licensed in Kansas

J1 Visa sponsorship acceptance

Education

Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Medicine

Licensed in Kansas

Job description

Position Overview

The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Campus is seeking a Pediatric physician to join its team at the Great Bend Children’s Clinic location.

Practice Environment

This well-established pediatrics practice provides comprehensive inpatient and ambulatory pediatric services with two physicians and two APPs. The call rotation is 1:3, and outpatient first‑call is directed to the RN‑staffed call line.

The Great Bend Children’s Clinic is a warm and inviting space where patients and staff feel at home. The clinic boasts a light and airy atmosphere, complemented by brightly colored hand‑painted murals on every wall. The dedicated nursing and support staff are knowledgeable and work diligently to ensure that providers receive the necessary support to deliver excellent care. The nursing staff has an average length of service of 20 years, showcasing their dedication to the local community.

Qualifications

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Medicine
• Licensed in Kansas
• Candidates requiring J1 Visa sponsorship are currently accepted

Compensation & Benefits

• Sign‑On Bonus

About the University of Kansas Great Bend Campus

The campus includes a 33‑bed, not‑for‑profit hospital providing short‑term acute care services along with orthopedic, obstetric, and surgical care units, radiology and an emergency department including Level IV trauma services. The medical pavilion provides specialty ambulatory care including obstetrics/gynecology, family medicine, general surgery and specialty clinics.

The University of Kansas Health System also has St. Rose Medical Pavilion, located on Broadway Avenue, offering Family Medicine (including specialties such as Obstetrics, Sports Medicine, cardiac rehab, and various specialty care clinics) and a Convenient Care Walk‑In Clinic for non‑emergency situations.

The system employs approximately 400 associates in its Great Bend, Kansas facilities.

About Great Bend, Kansas

Situated in Barton County, Great Bend houses nearly 15,000 residents and offers excellent schools and numerous attractions. The community boasts a vibrant downtown with food trucks, a local brewery, and seasonal events such as the Wetlands Waterpark, Summer Street Stroll, outdoor movies in Jack Kilby Square, mud volleyball during June Jaunt, and concerts at Party in the Park. Outdoor recreation options abound with Cheyenne Bottoms, the largest inland marsh in the United States, nearby, as well as parks and trails surrounding the area.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.