Physician – Pulmonary Hypertension/Pulmonary Proceduralist

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, is seeking a dedicated Pulmonary Hypertension/Pulmonary Proceduralist to join our team at a prestigious tertiary care teaching hospital. The successful candidate will contribute to our group of Interventional Pulmonary and Advanced Bronchoscopic diagnostics by performing advanced procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical and Procedural Duties:

• Perform advanced pulmonary procedures
• Collaborate with an established clinical and research Pulmonary Hypertension Comprehensive Care Center at the University
• Provide medical care on inpatient service and ambulatory clinics to general pulmonary and pulmonary vascular patients
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team

Teaching and Education:

• Provide education and training to Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellows
• Participate in Department and Division educational activities as allowed by the established schedule

Research and Development:

• Contribute to research through clinical trials, translational research, implementation science and other acceptable methods

Mission Support:

• Support the mission of delivering the highest quality of care
• Fulfill teaching, research, and academic responsibilities

We are looking for someone who is passionate about advancing the field of pulmonology through innovative procedures and exceptional patient care. If you are dedicated to excellence in healthcare, education, and research, we encourage you to apply.

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO or equivalent 
• Satisfactory completion of an Internal Medicine residency and Pulmonary Medicine fellowship from an ACGME accredited program, with board certification/board eligibility in Pulmonary Diseases
• Expertise in performing advanced pulmonary procedures and experience in providing comprehensive pulmonary care with clinical skills in advanced diagnostic procedures, therapeutic bronchoscopy for benign and malignant disease, and management of pleural disease
• Strong commitment to education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows
• 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.