Physician - Head and Neck Surgical Oncology/Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon

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Position Summary / Career Interest:

Physician - Head and Neck Surgical Oncology/Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a full-time fellowship-trained, board certified/board eligible Head and Neck Surgical Oncology/Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, to provide surgical and non-surgical management of patients with benign and malignant neoplasms of salivary origin,  advanced cutaneous malignancies, head and neck mucosal neoplasms and thyroid/parathyroid disorders. This individual will join a clinically and academically productive Head and Neck Surgical Oncology division of four surgeons, two outpatient and one inpatient APP and five head and neck nurse navigators, all affiliated with The University of Kansas Cancer Center which is Comprehensive NCI-Designated facility. Practice sites will include The University of Kansas Health System, as well as our affiliated sites of the Kansas City VA, and University Health Medical Center, all in Kansas City. The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is an academic and regional referral center. Patients come from all over the Midwest Region for advanced diagnosis and innovative treatments.

Preference will be given to those individuals who have strong clinical and surgical experience including transoral robotic surgery of the head and neck as well as microvascular reconstruction and an interest in research, educating residents, medical students and fellows and scholarly activities.  There are a considerable number of clinical trials and funded translational research within the division, and the Department has the resources and infrastructure to support a candidate who currently holds or has the potential for securing competitive external funding.

The University of Kansas Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is dedicated to being broadly diverse and inclusive.

Required Qualifications: 

• MD, DO or equivalent degree 
• Completion of ACGME-accredited residency training in Otolaryngology
• Must be Board Certified/Eligible in Otolaryngology
• Fellowship training in Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery and Microvascular Reconstruction
• Expertise in microvascular free tissue transfer and complex reconstruction of head and neck defects, including post-oncologic, traumatic, and congenital conditions
• Experience in multidisciplinary management of patients with head and neck cancer, including ablative and reconstructive surgical care
• Eligible for medical 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, and 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 and Kansas City Mavericks! 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  

[email protected]  

913.951.7748 cell  

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-57012

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 [email protected].

• 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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