Department:
SOM KC Gynecology & Obstetrics (OBGYN)
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Gynecology and Obstetrics
Position Title:
Gynecologic Oncologist - OBGYN
Job Family Group:
Academic
Job Description Summary:
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The University of Kansas Hospital and Cancer Center is recruiting a full-time Gynecologic Oncologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Our division is comprised of four gynecologic oncologists with additional outpatient and inpatient advanced practice providers, and an accredited gynecologic oncology fellowship (one/year - 3-year fellowship). We have grown an expansive clinical trials program, actively recruiting to investigator-initiated, NRG, and NCI-based clinical trials ranging from early to late phase, being one of a few institutions with gynecologic oncology physician led early phase trials. We have congenial working relationships with radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, genetic counselors, division specialist pharmacists, palliative care physicians and surgical oncologists. The selected physician will join the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology which includes over thirty faculty, twenty-one residents and seven fellows to provide evidence-based quality care.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Gynecologic Oncology Division has a long track record of excellence in patient care and promotes an environment for professional mentorship. The practice is active both clinically and academically, with a very busy surgical schedule, sizeable clinical trials portfolio and cutting-edge translational research opportunities. Educational conferences include tumor boards, grand rounds, morbidity and mortality conferences, journal clubs, and weekly didactic opportunities.
The position provides a competitive benefits package. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and qualifications. We seek individuals who will actively contribute to our core values of clinical and academic excellence, innovation, and developing a welcoming community for all. All providers who share those commitments are encouraged to apply.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Clinical effort will be in the range of 50 - 80% in combination with work in other academic and service missions for a 1.0 FTE position.
Maintain a gynecologic oncology practice. Write referral letters and documentation for patient records as appropriate.
The patient-care duties will involve training of medical students, residents and fellows.
Provide lectures as assigned to faculty, fellows, residents and students.
Initiate and participate in research studies, as well as quality improvement programs related to the specialty of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the subspecialty of Gynecologic Oncology.
Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of the institution.
An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications:
Education: MD degree from an accredited medical school.
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.
Certifications/Licenses: Board certified or active candidate in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology, eligible for Kansas and Missouri medical license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Work Experience: Experience in gynecologic oncology with experience in minimally invasive surgery highly desired.
Required Documents
If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
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