Physician - Hematologist/Oncologist - Malignant Hematology

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Hematologic Malignancies and CellularTherapeuticsis seeking a Hematologist with a focus onmalignant hematologyto join its expanding team.This positionrequiresproviding medical care for both outpatientand inpatient services for patients diagnosedwithhematologic malignancies, including leukemias, lymphomas, multiple myeloma, and related disorders.

The malignant hematology physician will collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team, including pathologists, radiologists, radiation oncologists, transplant specialists, nurses, and advanced practice providers, to ensure coordinated patient care. 

Responsibilities include participation in clinical trials, research initiatives, and quality improvement projects to advance the field of malignant hematology, as well as providing inpatient and outpatient care for patients with acute and long-term complications of hematologic cancers. 

The physician will also supervise, mentor, and teach hematology/oncology fellows, residents, and medical students, and actively engage in departmental and institutional activities such as tumor boards, case conferences, and continuing medical education programs.

Required Qualifications:

• MD, DO or equivalent medical degree
• Board Certified in Internal Medicine 
• Completion of ACGME-accredited Hematology and Medical Oncology fellowship
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology
• Ability to be licensed in both Kansas and Missouri

 Benefits and compensation:

• Recent increase in overall compensation package 
• 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 of2.3 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 withinclose proximityto 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