Physician – Pulmonary: Critical Care Noctensivist

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

In this position, you will deliver medical care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. You will also engage in educational activities within the Department and Division.  Additionally, you will provide guidance and mentorship to medical students and residents at The University of Kansas Hospital. Participation in research and other scholarly activities is expected.

Required Qualifications:

• MD, DO or equivalent
• Completion of an Internal Medicine residency
• Completion of a critical care fellowship with board certification/eligibility
• 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.