Physician - Cardiac Electrophysiologist

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Division of Cardiac Electrophysiology, is seeking a clinically oriented and energetic Cardiac Electrophysiologist to join the team.

The Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) Program at The University of Kansas Health System is one of the most comprehensive and busiest EP programs in the country performing all complex interventional electrophysiology procedures. The prospective faculty will join 11 electrophysiologists and is expected to play an integral role supporting the clinical expansion, including outreach in the Kansas City metro, as well as research and teaching activities. Academic appointment available, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Department of Cardiovascular Medicine is consistently ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Top 50 hospitals for Cardiology and Heart Surgery.

About the EP Program

• Performs over 3,500 cardiac EP procedures with 50-50 mix of device and ablation procedures per year, which includes roughly 800 AF ablations, 550 Watchman implants, 100 lead extractions, 175 PVC/VT ablations.

• Offers comprehensive advanced cardiac care including a high-volume advanced heart failure and transplant program.

• Actively engaged in multiple ongoing clinical trials, including both industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated studies.

• Active ACGME-accredited Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology Fellowship Program.

• Supports a one-year non-accredited Arrhythmia Fellowship with core focus on cardiac EP research.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent

• Board certified / eligible in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri  

Benefits and compensation

• Generous retirement contribution  

• Relocation assistance  

• Health, dental, vision insurance  

• CME allowance  

• 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, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.  

For more information, please submit your CV and letter of interest to:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter 

DDeskin@kumc.edu

913.951.7748 cell