Physician - Rheumatologist

Physician - Rheumatologist

South KC Medical Pavilion

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Physician - Rheumatologist

The University of Kansas Health System's Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology, and Rheumatology is seeking a full-time Rheumatologist to join our growing team in Kansas City. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a broad-spectrum rheumatology practice within one of the Midwest's leading health systems while collaborating with our expanding NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and Cellular Therapeutics Program. Physicians have the unique opportunity to care for patients experiencing immune-related complications of novel cancer therapies while partnering closely with experts across oncology, immunology, and other specialties.

Our division includes more than 24 physicians and advanced practice providers, creating a highly collaborative environment supported by dedicated clinical resources. Physicians benefit from 1:1 RN support, APP partnership, multiple LPNs and medical assistants, access to four clinical pharmacists, two dedicated infusion therapy units, and a fully supported clinical trials program.

The position offers a balance of outpatient and inpatient responsibilities, a diverse patient population ranging from routine rheumatologic conditions to highly complex referral cases, and opportunities to develop focused clinical interests through multidisciplinary specialty clinics.

We offer a highly competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and support for professional growth and career development.

Position Highlights

• Unique collaboration with our expanding NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and Cellular Therapeutics Program, caring for patients experiencing immune-related complications of novel cancer therapies.
• Broad-spectrum rheumatology practice, including inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue diseases, vasculitis, osteoporosis, and other complex autoimmune conditions.
• Opportunity to develop focused clinical interests through multidisciplinary, disease-specific specialty clinics.
• Musculoskeletal ultrasound integrated into clinical practice.
• Diverse patient population with exposure to both routine and highly complex referral cases.

Required Qualifications

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

Benefits and Compensation:

• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, vision insurance with day one coverage
• CME allowance
• LTD/STD and life insurance
• Professional liability coverage with tail coverage

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.

Time Type:

Job Requisition ID: R-57897

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.

• 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.

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