Physician - Headache Neurologist

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Neurology, is seeking a full-time Headache Neurologist 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.  Appointment at the University of Kansas School of Medicine will be commensurate with experience, training, and achievements. 

The successful candidate will be board-certified in Neurology and have fellowship training in headache medicine. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the role will include opportunities for clinical research including clinical trials, and teaching. Outstanding candidates at earlier stages of their careers will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

The position involves providing comprehensive care for neurology patients, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of headache. Responsibilities include diagnosing, treating, and managing neurology patients in various settings, such as general neurology clinics, headache clinics, continuity clinic supervision and during inpatient consultations. The role also requires participation in on-call coverage and educating medical students, residents, and fellows through both formal and informal group settings. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend clinical expertise, education, and scholarly pursuit within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Required Qualifications: 

• MD/DO or equivalent
• Board certified in Neurology 
• Completion of fellowship training in Headache Medicine
• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri

Competitive compensation and benefits package: 

• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Health, dental, vision 
• CME allowance
• LTD/STD and life insurance 
• Professional liability coverage

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:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

 DDeskin@kumc.edu

(913) 951-7748

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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.  See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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