Physician - Rheumatologist

The University of Kansas Health System; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

CME allowance

LTD/STD and Life insurance

Professional liability insurance

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System - Liberty Campus in Liberty, MO is seeking a full-time Clinical Rheumatologist to join our expanding team. Fellowship-trained, board-certified Rheumatologists are encouraged to apply.

The role includes outpatient and inpatient care, exposure to a diverse patient population, and opportunities to run subspecialty clinics and participate in educational conferences, with a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent.
• Board certified/board eligible in Rheumatology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient clinical rheumatology care.
• Support diverse patient population with routine and complex cases.
• Participate in rheumatology subspecialty clinics and educational conferences.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Fellowship-trained in Rheumatology

Board certified/board eligible in Rheumatology

Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Job description

Position Title Physician - Rheumatologist

Liberty Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: Physician - Rheumatologist Liberty Hospital, now part of The University of Kansas Health System, is seeking a is seeking a full-time Clinical Rheumatologist to join our expanding team in delivering the highest quality of care. This position will support the mission of delivering the highest quality of care. The candidate should be fellowship-trained, board certified or equivalent, and eligible for licensure in Kansasalong with clinical experience in Rheumatology.We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Position Highlights

• Outpatient and Inpatient clinical practices
• Diverse patient population with variety of routine and complex cases
• Opportunity for Rheumatology subspecialty clinics
• Participate in educational conferences

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent
• Board certified/board eligible in Rheumatology
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Compensation and Benefits

• 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 - Liberty Campus

Serving the healthcare needs of the community for over 50 years, Liberty Hospital is a 204-licensed bed medical center and Level II trauma, STEMI and Stroke center. Facility includes a 20-bed Intensive care unit with intensivists. Hospital’s mission is to work in partnership with our community to improve the health, safety, and well-being of those we serve. The hospital has consistently received accolades from the regulatory bodies and rating agencies for its focus on quality and safety Since joining the University of Kansas Health System in July 2024, there have been significant investments made in the infrastructure as well as physician recruitment in addition to opening of the new Cancer Center on campus.

About Liberty, Missouri

The City of Liberty, Missouri is a suburb of Kansas City, commonly referred to as the “Northland.” Liberty offers an award‑winning public school system, a local college, and a vibrant historic downtown business district with retail, dining, and business offices. The City’s 29 square miles is serviced by excellent local municipal services like police, fire, water, and sewer. With a population of just over 30,000, the city offers the best combination of economic opportunities, diverse housing, award winning parks, safe streets and neighborhoods, a variety of things to do and a friendly sense of community.

Recreation - Home to more than 500 acres of park land and more than 10 miles of trails offering plenty of opportunity for play and exercise.

Capitol Federal Sports Complex is a nationally recognized facility that hosts numerous local, regional, and national baseball, softball and soccer tournaments and leagues throughout the year. The national tournaments attract teams from coast to coast.

History, Arts and Cultural - The community includes seven historic districts and over 240 preserved homes and buildings many of which are listed on the National Register of Historic places.

Location - We are just 15 minutes from downtown and 15 minutes from Kansas City International Airport.

About Kansas City (located 15 minutes from Liberty)

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. A short drive to Kansas City, and you will find 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 opportunities.

Kansas City International airport, located in the Northland, was recently redesigned with beautiful architecture and modern amenities, offering non‑stop and international flights.

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.

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]. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-57910

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world‑class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life‑changing treatments for the people we serve.