Thoracic Surgeon

University Health Physicians (UHP) is the physician group practice for the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC) in conjunction with its major teaching facility. UMKC supports several residencies and many of our physicians have teaching responsibilities for residents and medical students. UHP is also the primary physician group for Truman Medical Centers/University Health in Kansas City, MO. known as "Kansas City's Essential Hospital," it is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City, MO. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, TMC/UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we have been recognized as a regional leader in COVID care and testing.

We are located in Kansas City, Missouri which is recognized as one of America's Most Liveable cities. This vibrant community located in the heart of the Midwest has all the amenities of the city while retaining the friendliness and relaxed atmosphere of Midwestern living. Kansas City offers an abundant lifestyle including a low cost of living, a flourishing arts and music district along with a plethora of professional and college sporting events. It hosts two major universities, three medical schools, a law school, a conservatory of music and one of the nation's leading art colleges. In addition, Kansas City's international airport makes travel to other destinations easy and affordable.

Job Type: Full-time, Faculty (Open Rank - Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) 4/8ths VA and 50% UHP

Position Summary:

The Department of Surgery at the University of Missouri Kansas City and University Health Physicians is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Thoracic Surgeon for a full-time, academic faculty position within the Division of Vascular/Thoracic Surgery. This is a 50/50 split clinical position at University Health and the Kansas City VA. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care, academic scholarship, and teaching in a dynamic multidisciplinary environment.

This position offers a unique opportunity to practice at a safety net medical system and the area VA serving a diverse patient population. The Kanas City VA boasts an advanced lung cancer screening program in cooperation with the pulmonologists and oncologists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical services in thoracic surgery, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques.
• Participate in multidisciplinary thoracic oncology programs and thoracic surgical case conferences.
• Engage in scholarly research, including clinical trials and/or translational research.
• Teach and mentor residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or eligibility in Thoracic Surgery (ABTS).
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Missouri.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical practice, academic productivity, and teaching.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical and academic settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fellowship training (thoracic focused integrated residency) in general thoracic surgery.
• Experience with robotic thoracic procedures.
• A track record of peer-reviewed publications and funded research is desirable.

Benefits and Environment:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and academic rank.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, and CME support.
• Opportunities for collaboration with basic and translational researchers across the institution.
• Access to a large referral network and advanced diagnostic and therapeutic facilities.

Department:

The Department of Surgery at UH and the University of Missouri - Kansas City is entering a period of growth and academic evolution. The preferred candidate should be interested in an environment of academic professional development. Specifically addressing the clinical, teaching, and research missions. UHP physicians within the Department of Surgery are expected to teach and mentor residents, fellows, and medical students. The position will include an academic appointment at the University of Missouri Kansas City at the assistant/associate professor level (depending on experience and qualifications).

The new Chair for the Department of Surgery, James N. Lau MD MHPE FACS and the Vascular/Thoracic Surgery Division Chief, Scott Kujath MD FSVS FACS will be leading this search.