The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Neurology, is seeking a full-time Neuromuscular Specialist to join its dynamic team and support the departmental mission of delivering the highest quality of care, as well as satisfying teaching, research, and academic responsibilities.
In this role, you'll be attending on the general neurology consult service, overseeing neurology residents both in hospital settings and within the neurology clinic. Patient care in the outpatient neurology clinic will also be part of your responsibilities. You'll play a key role in teaching medical students, providing instruction both in clinic and on the inpatient consult service, occasionally delivering lectures. Additionally, you'll engage in scholarly activity, focusing on Neuromuscular Medicine Disease, with responsibilities including developing independent research projects and publishing scholarly publications based on your findings.
Required Qualifications:
MD/DOBoard certified/eligible in NeurologyNeuromuscular Medicine Fellowship trainingEligible for licensure in Kansas and MissouriCompetitive compensation and benefits package:
Generous retirement contributionRelocation assistanceHealth, dental, vision CME allowanceLTD/STD and life insuranceProfessional liability coverageAbout 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, 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.
For more information contact:
Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter
DDeskin@kumc.edu
(913) 951-7748
Time Type:Full timeJob Requisition ID:R-33069We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.