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Physician - Medical Oncologist

Job ID: R-48417 Job Type: Full time Location: Liberty, Missouri
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Physician - Medical Oncologist


Liberty Hospital, now part of The University of Kansas Health System is actively seeking Hematology/Oncology Physician to join its growing, community-based practice. This position would be ideal for physicians who are comfortable seeing a broad range of cancer.While physicians may have areas of particular interest, a balanced and varied patient panel is expected.

The Medical Oncology Division provides compassionate, state-of-the-art medical care to cancer patients; developing novel therapeutic and treatment options through clinical, translational, and molecular research; and educating and training the field’s next generation of cancer experts, with 36 faculty members dedicated to developing innovative treatments for these patients. 

The University of Kansas Health System is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, the only one in Kansas and 1 of only 54 in the United States, and for the 12th year, KUCC has been listed among the nation’s top 50 by U.S. News & World Report, making us the only cancer program in the region to receive this recognition. 

Ideal candidates will bring a proven track record of outstanding clinical care, innovative and productive research, a demonstrated history or strong promise of securing consistent extramural funding, and a clear commitment to both graduate and medical education. 

Required Qualifications:

  • Candidates should be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Medical Oncology or Hematology/Oncology  

  • Completed a fellowship training in Hematology or Medical Oncology 

  • Eligible for medical licensure in both Kansas and Missouri is required

Benefits and compensation:

  • Recent increase in overall compensation package 
  • Generous retirement contribution 
  • Relocation assistance
  • Health, dental, vision
  • CME allowance 
  • LTD/STD and life insurance 
  • Professional liability coverage 

About The University of Kansas Health System - Liberty Campus:

Serving the healthcare needs of the community for nearly 50 years, Liberty Hospital is a 204-licensed bed medical center and Level II trauma center. Our mission is to work in partnership with our community to improve the health, safety, and well-being of those we serve. The hospital has consistently received an “A” safety grade for the last four years from The Leapfrog Group.

About Liberty, Missouri:

The City of Liberty, Missouri is a suburb of Kansas City, commonly referred to as the “Northland.”

Liberty offers an award-winning public school system, a local college, and a vibrant historic downtown business district with retail, dining, and business offices. The City’s 29 square miles is serviced by excellent local municipal services like police, fire, water, and sewer.

With a population of just over 30,000, the city offers the best combination of economic opportunities, diverse housing, award winning parks, safe streets and neighborhoods, a variety of things to do and a friendly sense of community.

Recreation - Home to more than 500 acres of park land and more than 10 miles of trails offering plenty of opportunity for play and exercise.

Capitol Federal Sports Complex is a nationally recognized facility that hosts numerous local, regional, and national baseball, softball and soccer tournaments and leagues throughout the year. The national tournaments attract teams from coast to coast.

History, Arts and Cultural - The community includes seven historic districts and over 240 preserved homes and buildings many of which are listed on the National Register of Historic places.

Location - We are just 15 minutes from downtown and 15 minutes from Kansas City International Airport.

About Kansas City (located 15 minutes from Liberty):

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.A short drive to Kansas City, and you will find 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 opportunities. Kansas City International airport, just over an hour from Topeka, has a new terminal, thoughtfully designed with beautiful architecture and modern amenities, offering non-stop and international flights.

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 will be hosting the World Cup! Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.

Interested applicants please send CV to Ann Terry, Provider Recruiter, at ATerry2@kumc.edu

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.

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