Position Title Physician - Geriatric Medicine Bell Hospital, Medical Pavilion
Position Summary / Career Interest: The University of Kansas Health System,
Division of Geriatric Medicine, is seeking a faculty member to join its
expanding team to support the departmental mission of delivering the highest
quality of older adult care, as well as satisfying teaching, research, and
academic responsibilities at the region's quaternary referral center. This
position offers a fulfilling opportunity to provide optimal medical care to
older adult patients at The University of Kansas Health System, while also
delivering consultative services to colleagues within the faculty. As a
clinician educator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation
of healthcare professionals, including Geriatrics Fellows, Internal Medicine
residents, Family Medicine residents, and medical students, through hands-on
teaching in clinical settings. As part of our dedicated geriatric team, the
faculty member will balance responsibilities between inpatient consultations and
coverage in skilled nursing facilities. Regular participation in educational and
administrative conferences, as guided by your immediate supervisor, will ensure
ongoing professional development and alignment with departmental goals.
Collaboration with faculty and interdisciplinary professionals is essential,
particularly in implementing the Age Friendly Health System Initiative and
contributing to the Landon Center on Aging, which integrates community
engagement, education, research, and clinical care. There are multiple reasons
why one should consider a career in the Division of Geriatrics within the
Department of Internal Medicine at The University of Kansas Health System:
Faculty are leading a geriatrics-friendly transformation of one of the largest
health care systems in the United States. Geriatrics was ranked #32 in the
country, the 14th year in a row that geriatric care at The University of Kansas
Health System has been ranked in the top 50 in the nation. Our research in
geroscience is bringing knowledge from the lab to the community and is anchored
at the Landon Center on Aging, and actively collaborates with the KU Alzheimer’s
Disease Research Center. Our researchers are investigating the basic biology of
aging as well as community-based studies to improve functional capacity - both
physical and cognitive – in older adults. Our division offers Geriatrics
fellowships as well as interdisciplinary training opportunities with experiences
at KUMC and the Kansas City VA and in regional and rural communities. Moreover,
geriatrics division faculty will have the opportunity to contribute actively to
various educational and clinical initiatives aligned with your specific areas of
interest and expertise, fostering innovation and excellence in patient care and
education. This role promises a dynamic environment where compassionate care,
education, and interdisciplinary collaboration converge to promote optimal
healthcare outcomes and professional growth. Required Qualifications: Board
Certified/Eligible in Internal Medicine Geriatric Fellowship or Board
Certified/Eligible in Geriatrics Benefits and compensation: Generous
compensation package Generous retirement contribution Relocation assistance
Health, dental, vision insurance Robust CME allowance LTD/STD and Life insurance
Professional liability insurance Additional Highlights: Leadership opportunities
Active GWEP Grant Advanced Practitioner support/collaboration 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, 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: Ann Terry, Physician Recruiter
ATerry2@kumc.edu Cell 816.419.4523 Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID:
R-38312 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
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system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
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