Physician – Rheumatologist

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision

LTD/STD and life insurance

Professional liability insurance

Retirement contribution

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a fellowship-trained rheumatologist to join our expanding division as a full-time faculty member. You will provide both outpatient and inpatient care, participate in subspecialty clinics, and contribute to educational conferences with a diverse patient population.

Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri, board certification or eligibility, and an opportunity for professional growth in an academic setting are offered along

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree required.
• Fellowship training in Rheumatology is required.
• Board certification or eligibility in Rheumatology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient rheumatology care.
• Engage in subspecialty clinics and complex case management.
• Participate in educational conferences and teaching.
• Contribute to academic mission and team collaboration.

Skills

Clinical Rheumatology

Inpatient & Outpatient

Academic Medicine

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Fellowship in Rheumatology

Board certified in Rheumatology

Eligible for medical licensure in KS & MO

Job description

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Physician – Rheumatologist

The University of Kansas Health System, Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology, and Rheumatology is seeking a full-time Rheumatology faculty member to join its expanding team to support the departmental mission of delivering the highest quality of care at the region’s quaternary referral center.

The candidate should be fellowship-trained, board certified or equivalent, and eligible for licensure in Kansas along 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

Benefits and Compensation:

• Recent increase in overall compensation package
• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, vision
• 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.

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 for more information about Kansas City.

For more information contact:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter
[e-mail]
Cell 913.951.7748

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.