Position Title Physician - Academic Transplant Hepatologist Bell Hospital
/ Career Interest: Physician - Gastroenterology: Transplant Hepatologist The University of Kansas Health System, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, is seeking a dedicated Transplant Hepatologist to join our academic department committed to advancing gastroenterology and hepatology through cutting-edge technology, collaborative research, and outstanding patient care. This position offers a unique opportunity to practice in a tertiary care setting while actively contributing to medical student, resident, and fellow education, clinical research, and multidisciplinary patient care.
The ideal candidate will join a supportive, collegial department that values clinical excellence, innovation, education, and work-life balance, with the resources and flexibility to support both professional growth and personal well-being. Key Position Highlights: Manage all aspects of liver disease.
include upper endoscopy procedure, colonoscopy, liver biopsies, as well as patient visits in the outpatient clinic and providing inpatient consultative services Serve as a clinical educator to GI fellows, residents, and medical students Engage in clinical or basic science research Gastroenterology team comprised of 15 Gastroenterologists, 6 Transplant Hepatologists, 3 IBD Faculty and 22 APPs 12 Endoscopy suites - and planning for additional rooms with current expansion Participate in educational conferences Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package Competitive base salary Relocation assistance Comprehensive retirement program Health, dental, vision insurance with coverage day one Paid time off and CME allowance for professional development, conference attendance and educational expenses LTD/STD and Life insurance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer Full malpractice insurance coverage including tail Required Qualifications MD, DO or equivalent Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri 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.
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Interested applicants please send CV to: Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter DDeskin@kumc.edu (913) 951-7748 cell Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-33492 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.
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