What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Med-Peds - Faculty position at University Health?
University Health Physicians, an academic group practice affiliated with the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine in conjunction with its major teaching facility Truman Medical Centers/University Health (TMC/UH).
University Health Physicians (UHP) is the physician group practice for the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC) in conjunction with its major teaching facility. UMKC supports several residencies and many of our physicians have teaching responsibilities for residents and medical students. UHP is also the primary physician group for Truman Medical Centers/University Health in Kansas City, MO. known as "Kansas City's Essential Hospital," it is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City, MO. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, TMC/UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we have been recognized as a regional leader in COVID care and testing.
University Health Physicians (UHP), the academic group practice for the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC SOM), seeks Internal Medicine-Pediatrics (Med-Peds) faculty for Primary Care positions. Opportunities include ambulatory-only or combined ambulatory inpatient practice within a mission-driven, safety-net academic medical center.
The ideal candidate will have the clinical expertise, academic interest, and interpersonal skills to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic and active academic section.
Primary Care Faculty
Requirements:
- BE/BC in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
- Strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and academic engagement
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience and academic rank
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive academic environment with opportunities for professional growth
Inclusive Part-Time Leadership Role (0.1 FTE): Associate Program Director - Med-Peds Residency
Start Date: July 1, 2026
The APD will serve as core faculty and support the residency's educational mission with leadership in:
- Residency Recruitment
- Longitudinal QI Curriculum
- ITE Remediation & Coaching
- Board Preparation Curriculum
Qualifications:
- MD/DO with Med-Peds board certification
- Experience in medical education strongly preferred
- QI training/experience (or ability to obtain prior to start)
H1B applicants are welcome to apply. J1 applicants with a 2027 hire date are welcome to apply but we can no longer consider J1 applicants for 2026 hire dates.
The Department of Medicine is proud of its diverse composition and is an equal opportunity employer.
How to apply:
Submit CV and cover letter indicating interest in:
- Primary Care role
- APD role
- Or combined position
Truman Medical Centers is committed to being a leader in providing culturally inclusive health care services for patients in ways that are effective, fair, respectful, and culturally competent and in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for employees. We value and celebrate our differences, which include, but are not limited to, race, ethnicity, language, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, literacy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, mobility, abilities, and belief systems.