Physician - Academic Laryngologist Faculty Position

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Physician - Academic Laryngologist Faculty Position

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a full-time, fellowship-trained Laryngologist to join our established multidisciplinary Voice, Airway, and Swallowing Program. This faculty opportunity offers the ideal balance of clinical excellence, academic engagement, and professional growth within a nationally recognized academic health system.

As a premier academic medical center and regional referral destination, The University of Kansas Health System attracts patients from across the Midwest seeking advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care. Clinical practice sites include The University of Kansas Health System, the Kansas City VA Medical Center, and University Health Medical Center, providing a diverse and rewarding clinical experience.

We are particularly interested in candidates who are passionate about academic medicine and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and scholarly activity. Faculty responsibilities include teaching and mentoring residents, fellows, and medical students while contributing to a collaborative academic environment that values innovation and inquiry.

The department supports a robust research mission, with ongoing clinical trials, funded translational research initiatives, and significant institutional resources to foster academic success. Opportunities are available for candidates with established research programs as well as those seeking to develop independent scholarly interests and pursue competitive external funding.

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment that promotes excellence in patient care, education, research, and service. Faculty benefit from strong institutional support, opportunities for career advancement, and an exceptionally competitive compensation and benefits package.

Join a department where academic achievement, innovation, and exceptional patient care come together to shape the future of otolaryngology.

Required Qualifications:

• MD, DO or equivalent degree 
• Completion of ACGME-accredited residency training in Otolaryngology
• Board certified or eligible in Otolaryngology
• Completion of Laryngology fellowship
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri 

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package:

• Competitive base salary
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive retirement program 
• Health, dental, vision insurance with coverage day one
• CME allowance for professional development, conference attendance and educational expenses
• LTD/STD and Life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Full malpractice insurance coverage including 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, and 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, and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.  

For more information contact:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

DDeskin@kumc.edu

(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.