Physician - General Adult Psychiatry

Physician - General Adult Psychiatry

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in Kansas City, Kansas is seeking a general psychiatrist. This position will provide clinical services in an ambulatory setting and provide supervision to psychiatry trainees.

About the position:

• Work directly with the Director of the Division of Ambulatory Services.
• Provide direct services to patients within the ambulatory services areas.
• Supervise resident physicians in residents' clinics, didactic settings and in individual psychotherapy situations.
• Provide a clinical practice that provides an excellent educational experience for psychiatry residents and students; teach residents and students in areas of psychiatrists'' expertise through didactic lectures and in clinical settings.
• Available to support department clinical needs in ambulatory and outreach settings.
• Establish an area of clinical and/or research expertise and recognition.
• Participate in clinical and administrative on-call activities, weekend call, continuous performance improvement and participate in Medical School and Department Committees as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

Benefits and compensation:

• Recent increase in overall compensation package.
• Generous retirement contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Health, dental, vision insurance.
• CME allowance.
• LTD/STD and Life insurance.
• Professional liability insurance.

Required Qualifications:

• MD., D.O. or equivalent and ABPN board certification/board eligibility in General Psychiatry.
• Must hold a medical license (or be eligible for licensure) in the State of Kansas.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work Experience: Ambulatory Experience

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter with Interest

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, and 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 and Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! 

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