Physician – Pediatric Otolaryngologist

KU MedWest

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Physician – Pediatric Otolaryngologist

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, is seeking a fellowship-trained, certified/board eligible Pediatric Otolaryngologist at the Assistant Professor level, to provide surgical and non-surgical management of pediatric otolaryngology disease.

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City serves as both an academic medical center and a regional referral destination, drawing patients from across the Midwest for advanced diagnostic services and innovative treatment options. The selected candidate will provide comprehensive outpatient and surgical care for pediatric patients. This position includes participation in a dedicated pediatric otolaryngology call rotation. While the hospital is not a Level I pediatric trauma center, it features a Level II B nursery, with occasional consultations in the pediatric inpatient unit, NICU, and PICU.

Preference will be given to those individuals who have clinical experience and an interest in research and education, including teaching residents, medical students and fellows.

The University of Kansas Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is dedicated to being broadly diverse and inclusive. Our compensation and benefits package is exceptionally competitive.

Required Qualifications: 

• MD, DO or equivalent degree 
• Completion of ACGME-accredited residency training in Otolaryngology
• Board certified or eligible in Otolaryngology
• Completion of ACGME-accredited Pediatric Otolaryngology fellowship
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri 

Benefits and compensation:   

• Generous retirement contributions   
• 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, 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  

[email protected]  

913.951.7748 cell  

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-51107

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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