Department:

SOM KC Plastic Surgery

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Plastic Surgery

Position Title:

Assistant Professor - Plastic Surgery: Plastic and Reconstruction (Microvascular)

Job Family Group:

Academic

Job Description Summary:

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Plastic, Burn and Wound Surgery, is seeking a full-time faculty member to join our team in providing compassionate, high-quality care to our community.

This role includes providing patient care in plastic, burn, and wound surgery, with a special focus on the treatment of complex microsurgery, including breast, lymphedema, head & neck, and extremity.

You will initially spend approximately 90% of your time providing clinical care and related services, including both outpatient and inpatient care of plastic surgery patients, as well as performing surgical procedures.

The role includes teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, with active participation in the educational process. The faculty member will also be involved in clinical and/or basic science research, depending on interests and departmental needs. In addition, the position requires service on academic or administrative committees and participation in other projects or initiatives as assigned by the Department Chair.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Plastic Surgery and having completed Fellowships in both Craniofacial and Microsurgery.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Generous compensation package and 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 dynamic region with a rich 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!

For more information contact:

Ann Terry, Physician Recruiter

ATerry2@kumc.edu

816-419-4523

If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers.  A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time