Physician- Interventional Pulmonologist

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonology and Critical Care, is seeking an experienced Interventional Pulmonologist to join our team at a prestigious tertiary care teaching hospital with over 136 ICU beds.

Join a collaborative team of 40 pulmonologists and help drive the continued expansion of our pulmonology program across the Kansas City metro. Academic appointment commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Interventional Pulmonology program overview:

• The health system launched its interventional pulmonology service in 2018, and the team of 3 physicians is now the largest and most advanced in the area.
• This position offers a 100% interventional pulmonology practice with the opportunity to be involved in the medical ICU if interested.
• The team performs a high volume of bronchoscopic and pleural procedures, averaging 100-150 rigid/ therapeutic and more than 600 robotic bronchoscopy cases annually, in addition to a very active inpatient tracheostomy service – serving the region’s only NCIdesignated comprehensive cancer center.
• Active participation in the procedural education of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine fellows.
• Actively engaged in multiple ongoing clinical trials, including both industry and investigator-initiated trials.

Required Qualifications:

• MD, DO or equivalent
• Completion of an Internal Medicine residency
• Completion of a Pulmonary and Critical Care fellowship with board certification/eligibility
• Completion of an Interventional Pulmonology fellowship
• 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 CV and letter of interest to:

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.