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The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, Kansas, is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team in the Division of Consult/Liaison Services.
This role will work directly with the Director of the Division, providing direct patient care within the Consult and Liaison service area, particularly in the inpatient hospital setting. The position will also maintain a clinical practice in outpatient clinics and/or outreach sites, offering a full range of therapeutic interventions, including diagnostic assessments, medication evaluation and management, crisis intervention, and comprehensive care for patients with psychiatric disorders. Additionally, the candidate will play a key role in fostering collaboration within the department, ensuring continuity of patient care and follow-up.
Responsibilities also include participation in supervision and teaching within the psychiatric residency program, as well as mentoring psychology trainees and students through didactic lectures and clinical training. The role requires involvement in clinical and administrative on-call duties, weekend call coverage, continuous performance improvement initiatives, and participation in Medical School and Department committees as needed.
Required Qualifications:
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!
For more information, please provide CV and letter of interest to:
Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter
This role will work directly with the Director of the Division, providing direct patient care within the Consult and Liaison service area, particularly in the inpatient hospital setting. The position will also maintain a clinical practice in outpatient clinics and/or outreach sites, offering a full range of therapeutic interventions, including diagnostic assessments, medication evaluation and management, crisis intervention, and comprehensive care for patients with psychiatric disorders. Additionally, the candidate will play a key role in fostering collaboration within the department, ensuring continuity of patient care and follow-up.
Responsibilities also include participation in supervision and teaching within the psychiatric residency program, as well as mentoring psychology trainees and students through didactic lectures and clinical training. The role requires involvement in clinical and administrative on-call duties, weekend call coverage, continuous performance improvement initiatives, and participation in Medical School and Department committees as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- MD, DO or equivalent degree
- Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Psychiatry Residency program
- ABPN board certification/board eligibility in General Psychiatry
- Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri
- 1 - 3 years of work experience in an academic medical center and providing inpatient psychiatry services
- ABPN board certification/board eligibility in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Inpatient experience
- Recent increase in overall compensation package, including call pay and incentive plan
- Generous retirement contribution
- Relocation assistance
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- CME allowance
- LTD/STD and Life insurance
- Professional liability insurance
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!
For more information, please provide CV and letter of interest to:
Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter
