Pediatric Otolaryngologist – Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology Children’s Mercy Kansas City

The Division of Otolaryngology at Children’s Mercy Kansas City is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Otolaryngologist to join our dedicated team of 7 surgeons and 13 advanced practice providers in delivering exceptional pediatric ENT care.

About the Role

Children’s Mercy Kansas City is a 390-bed independent, tertiary care pediatric hospital with an extensive catchment area, allowing our pediatric otolaryngology team to manage the full spectrum of complex cases. The ideal candidate should feel comfortable treating a wide range of pediatric otolaryngology conditions in both clinical and surgical settings.  Our team is committed to providing excellent clinical care in a supportive, collaborative environment. This role includes an active clinical and surgical practice as well as opportunities to teach otolaryngology residents (PGY 1-5) and our pediatric otolaryngology fellow.

Academic & Research Opportunities

Candidates with research interests will find strong institutional support through the Children’s Mercy Research Institute (CMRI), a state-of-the-art facility emphasizing a translational approach to research. The division prioritizes research collaboration and mentorship for faculty interested in advancing pediatric ENT care.

Academic appointments are available through the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the University of Kansas. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

At Children’s Mercy, we uphold an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and inclusivity, fostering a diverse and supportive workplace.

About the Division of Otolaryngology

The Division of Otolaryngology, part of the Department of Surgery, is a nationally recognized leader in pediatric ENT care, education, and research. Our team manages 20,000+ clinical visits and performs over 5,000 surgeries annually.

Key highlights:

• Comprehensive training program with a pediatric otolaryngology fellowship and rotating residents from the University of Kansas.
• Verified Level I Pediatric Trauma Program & Level I Children’s Surgery Program by the American College of Surgeons.

Please apply online with CV and Cover Letter or send to physicianjobs@cmh.edu.

https://faculty-childrensmercykc.icims.com/jobs/32079/physician/job

The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.

Children’s Mercy Kansas City is an independent, non-profit, 390-bed pediatric health system, providing over half a million patient encounters each year for children from across the country. Children’s Mercy is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in nine specialties. We have received Magnet® recognition five times for excellence in nursing services. In affiliation with the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the university of Kansas School of Medicine, our faculty of more than 800 pediatric specialists and researchers is actively involved in clinical care, pediatric research and educating the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists. 

The Children’s Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) integrates research and clinical care with nationally recognized expertise in genomic medicine, precision therapeutics, population health and health care innovation. In 2021 the CMRI moved into a nine story, 375,000 square foot space emphasizing a translational approach to research in which clinicians and researchers work together to accelerate the pace of discovery that enhances care. We invite you to visit Children’s Mercy Hospital virtually at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtlXT3xK-bI

Kansas City is a thriving cultural and economic city with more than 2 million residents. Our city’s long list of attractions includes world class museums, a vibrant arts scene, professional sports, superb shopping, great jazz clubs, and the best places to enjoy barbeque! The city offers low cost-of-living, excellent commute times, and a vibrant downtown, eight-block dining, entertainment and shopping district.  Kansas City offers excellent opportunities for both public and private school venues and is home to several colleges and universities. It’s a community with a heart – friendly, easy-going and forward-thinking – a great place to live and pursue a career. For more information about activities in Kansas City go to www.visitkc.com

 For more information about Children’s Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself, visit childrensmercy.org/careers/take-your-place/

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