The position:
- Seeking assistant/associate level surgeon for Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
- Must have superb surgical skills in cardiac transplant, ventricular assist devices and all aspects of cardiac surgery
- Serve as a clinical educator to fellows, residents, and medical students
- Will have the opportunity to contribute to research initiatives
- Board certified/eligible in thoracic surgery and have broad experience in cardiac and transplant surgery
About the University of Kansas Hospital:
- 910- bed academic medical center
- 12th consecutive year ranking in U.S. News and World Report's "Best Hospital" designation
- Consistently earns national recognition for outstanding quality and safety
- "Best Hospital" in Kansas City for the 7th time and "Best Hospital" in Kansas for the 5th time (the only hospital to have received these awards since their inception)
- Magnet-designated by ANCC since 2006
About Kansas City:
- The Kansas City metropolitan area has a bi-state population of more than 2 million
- A hidden gem winning the award of America's 4th Most Cultured City by Travel+Leisure magazine
- Affordable housing, including downtown lofts, suburban neighborhoods and rural properties
- A robust arts scene, including symphony, ballet, theatre and museums
- Sports enthusiast can enjoy a variety of professional and collegiate sports
- Outdoor activities about year-round with more than 600 parks and 24 public lakes