Physician - Academic Hematopathologist

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The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicineisseeking an academicallyorientedfull-time Hematopathologist to join our growing department.Thisfacultyposition offers a rich opportunity for involvement ina diverse and high-volume pathology practice, coupled with significant research and teaching prospects. 

The departmentis experiencing rapid growth and hasestablishedasubspecialization practicemodel,performing over 5 million tests andaccessioningover 45,000 surgicalpathologycasesannuallywithalarge case variety. Our Hematopathology service supports a robust Bone Marrow Transplant and Hematology service with over 3,500 Bone Marrow and 6,000 Flow Cytometry cases per year.  

The Department and The University of Kansas Health System, with an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center,provides rich opportunities for clinical and translational research, both within the Department and within the Medical Center.  

The successfulcandidate shouldpossess strong diagnostic skills with subspecialtytrainingorexperiencein Hematopathology. In additiontoparticipatingin diagnostic signoutof 1 or 2subspecialtyareas,the candidatewillbe expected tohave a strong commitment to education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows,anddevelopresearch projectsreflectiveofhis/herowninterests. 

Required Qualifications: 

• MD, MD/Ph.D., DO or equivalent 

• Board certified/board eligible in Anatomic/Clinical Pathology 

• Fellowship training or experience in Hematopathology 

• Eligibility for licensure in Kansas and Missouri 

Benefits and compensation:  

• Competitive compensation package 

• Generous 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 of2.3 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 withinclose 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. Visitwww.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.   

If interested, pleasesubmit CV, cover letter, and three references to: 

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter 

DDeskin@kumc.edu 

913.951.7748 cell 

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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 alsoDiversity, 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 linkasktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

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

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