Job Description

Position Title

Physician - Clinical RheumatologistSouth KC Medical Pavilion

Career Interest:

Physician - Clinical Rheumatologist

The University of Kansas Health System, Division of Allergy, Clinical Immunology, and Rheumatology is seeking a full-time Clinical Rheumatologist to join our growing team in Kansas City. This is an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding clinical practice within a highly collaborative academic environment that supports excellence in patient care, teaching, and professional development.

The Division includes both Allergy/Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, with 22 physicians and 2 Advanced Practice Providers, offering a strong foundation of clinical expertise and collegial support including 1:1 RN support for each physician, multiple LPNs and MAs, and access to 4 clinical PharmDs.

Position Highlights

• Two dedicated Infusion Therapy Units
• A fully supported Clinical Trials Unit
• Musculoskeletal ultrasound is actively utilized in the clinic and incorporated into fellowship training
• Several subspecialty clinics provide disease-oriented care in collaboration with other disciplines
• The Division supports ACGME-accredited fellowship programs that train 6 Rheumatology fellows and 4 Allergy/Immunology fellows.

Academic appointments will be determined based on qualifications and experience. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with strong support for professional development and career advancement, and faculty appointment to the University of Kansas Medical Center.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or equivalent
• Board certified/board eligible in Rheumatology
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Compensation and Benefits

• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance  
• Health, dental, vision insurance  
• CME allowance  
• LTD/STD and Life insurance  
• Professional liability insurance 

About Kansas City and The University of Kansas Health System:

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.

Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, the University of Kansas Hospital is a 1293-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center. The health system is ranked in the top 50 in several specialties and is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care, Center for Transplantation, Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.

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 in 2026! Visit www.onekc.org for more information about Kansas City.

For more information contact:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

DDeskin@kumc.edu

Cell (913) 951-7748

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-50823

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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