What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician - Family Medicine – Geriatric Medicine position at The University of Kansas Health System?
Position Title
Physician - Family Medicine – Geriatric Medicine
Landon Center on Aging
Position Summary / Career Interest
Physician - Family Medicine – Geriatric Medicine
The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Family Medicine, is seeking a full-time Family Medicine Geriatrics physician with fellowship training in Geriatrics to join our faculty.
The successful candidate will provide compassionate geriatric care to a diverse patient population that is >65 years old. Many of our fellowship-trained and board-certified physicians specialize in geriatric-specific syndromes, such as dementia, delirium, falls, incontinence, palliative care and frailty.
This position also includes an academic appointment with the University of Kansas School of Medicine, offering opportunities for active participation in the education and supervision of medical students and residents. The role is part of an integrated care model supported by extensive ancillary and sub-specialty services. Our department fosters a collaborative and collegial environment, emphasizing work-life integration and professional growth within a mission-driven academic health system.
Required Qualifications
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. For more information, visit www.KansasHealthSystem.com.
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, 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, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.
Interested applicants please send CV to Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter, at DDeskin@kumc.edu or call 913.951.7748.
Time Type
Full time
Job Requisition ID
R-50725
Important Information For You To Know As You Apply
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Physician - Family Medicine – Geriatric Medicine
Landon Center on Aging
Position Summary / Career Interest
Physician - Family Medicine – Geriatric Medicine
The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Family Medicine, is seeking a full-time Family Medicine Geriatrics physician with fellowship training in Geriatrics to join our faculty.
The successful candidate will provide compassionate geriatric care to a diverse patient population that is >65 years old. Many of our fellowship-trained and board-certified physicians specialize in geriatric-specific syndromes, such as dementia, delirium, falls, incontinence, palliative care and frailty.
This position also includes an academic appointment with the University of Kansas School of Medicine, offering opportunities for active participation in the education and supervision of medical students and residents. The role is part of an integrated care model supported by extensive ancillary and sub-specialty services. Our department fosters a collaborative and collegial environment, emphasizing work-life integration and professional growth within a mission-driven academic health system.
Required Qualifications
- MD, DO or equivalent
- Board certified/board eligible in family medicine and geriatrics
- Completion of a geriatric medicine fellowship
- Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an academic environment
- Strong teaching and leadership skills
- Generous retirement contribution
- Relocation assistance
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- CME allowance
- LTD/STD and Life insurance
- Professional liability insurance
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. For more information, visit www.KansasHealthSystem.com.
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, 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, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.
Interested applicants please send CV to Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter, at DDeskin@kumc.edu or call 913.951.7748.
Time Type
Full time
Job Requisition ID
R-50725
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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