Cardiologist (Advanced Heart Failure & Heart Transplantation) - Kansas City

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, is seeking a clinically oriented and energetic CHF/VAD/Heart Transplant cardiologist to join the Division of Advanced Heart Failure Therapeutics & Cardiac Transplantation. Currently, the division has 5 ABIM Board-certified CHF/VAD/Heart Transplant faculty members, all of whom trained at world-class institutions. In addition, there are 2 highly skilled and dedicated CVTS surgeons on the KU team. The CHF/VAD/Heart Transplant Program at KU is very robust and has seen exponential growth in volume over the past 5-6 years. Over the past 5 years, KU has performed 40-47 heart transplants and 45-50 LVADs per year. Over the next 3-5 years, the program is looking to grow to 60-80 heart transplants per year along with 50-70 LVADs per year. Finally, the program has significant and unwavering support from the institution regarding nursing and physician extender support as well as infrastructure support.

About the position:

• Clinical practice and teaching activities are based at the University of Kansas Health System with satellite clinic locations and accredited outpatient diagnostic centers
• Clinical activities will include consultative cardiology to include complex heart failure management, pre and post VAD management, pre and post cardiac transplant management, and also non-invasive cardiac imaging
• Opportunities to engage in clinical and research programs in the breadth of cardiovascular medicine
• Participate in educational conferences
• Academic appointment

Required Qualifications:

• Board Certified/Eligible by the ABIM in Advanced Heart Failure & Heart Transplantation
• Completion of AHFTC Fellowship Program
• Must be energetic, motivated and collegial with a strong commitment to education and training of cardiovascular fellows, residents and medical students
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, physicians and administration
• Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri 

Benefits and compensation: 

• 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 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, please submit CV and letter of interest to:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

DDeskin@kumc.edu

913.951.7748 cell