The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a full-time Plastic Surgeon to join its dedicated team on the Liberty Campus. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality reconstructive and elective cosmetic surgical services while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care. This role emphasizes both clinical excellence and strong engagement with the local community.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform a full spectrum of plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures, including but not limited to:

• Breast reconstruction and reduction
• Skin cancer reconstruction
• Hand surgery
• Trauma and cancer related flap coverage
• Wound care
• Basic Facial Trauma
• Elective cosmetic procedures
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop individualized treatment plans for patients
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including follow-up visits
• Participate in on-call rotation for trauma and emergency consults
• Collaborate with orthopedic, vascular, colorectal, gynecology, cardiothoracic, urology, general and neurosurgeons, dermatologists, oncologists, and primary care providers

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO or equivalent
• Board Eligible/ Board Certified in Plastic Surgery
• Eligible for licensure in Missouri and Kansas

Benefits and compensation:   

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous retirement contribution 
• Relocation assistance 
• Health, dental, vision insurance  
• 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 over 50 years, Liberty Hospital is a 204-licensed bed medical center and Level II trauma, STEMI and Stroke center. Facility includes a 20-bed Intensive care unit with intensivists. Hospital’s 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 accolades from the regulatory bodies and rating agencies for its focus on quality and safety Since joining the University of Kansas Health System in July 2024, there have been significant investments made in the infrastructure as well as physician recruitment in addition to opening of the new Cancer Center on campus. 

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, located in the Northland, was recently redesigned 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.