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The University of Kansas Health System and the Department of Surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center are seeking a talented Surgical Oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal malignancies and peritoneal surface diseases to join an expanding, collaborative, multidisciplinary team. This physician will play an integral role in providing exceptional patient care while actively supporting the institution's core missions of clinical excellence, education, research, and academic advancement. The successful candidate will leverage the extensive resources of our NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center to deliver cutting-edge treatment and contribute to meaningful scientific discovery within an integrated academic health system.

In this role, the ideal candidate will provide comprehensive, patient-centered surgical oncology care that encompasses the initial evaluation, diagnosis, complex surgical treatment, and longitudinal management of patients. The candidate will work in close, daily coordination with a robust multidisciplinary team that includes medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology, gastroenterology, and primary care to develop highly individualized treatment plans. Beyond executing a broad range of surgical oncology procedures aligned with your advanced training, responsibilities will also include active participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards, inpatient consultations, shared call coverage, and overseeing comprehensive pre-operative, operative, post-operative, and survivorship care.

A strong commitment to the academic mission is essential, as the position requires active engagement in clinical, translational, or outcomes-based research within the field of Surgical Oncology. Applicants will be expected to collaborate across various disciplines to advance innovative research initiatives, drive scholarly productivity, and contribute regularly to peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Furthermore, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the education of medical students and the mentorship of General Surgery residents across inpatient, outpatient, and operative settings. A genuine passion for teaching, hands-on curriculum development, quality improvement, and fostering the next generation of academic surgeons is highly desired.

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO or equivalent
• Board Eligible/Board Certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology
• Eligible for medical licensure in Missouri and Kansas

Benefits and compensation:

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocationassistance
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• CME allowance
• LTD/STD and life insurance
• Professional liability coverage

About The University of Kansas Cancer Center

The University of Kansas Cancer Center is transforming cancer research and clinical care by linking an innovative approach to drug discovery, delivery and development to a nationally accredited patient care program. It is one of 54 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the country. The cancer center partners with cancer research and healthcare professionals associated with the University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, Kansas, the University of Kansas in Lawrence, the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita and Salina, and the members of the Midwest Cancer Alliance. The cancer center's NCI consortium partners include Stowers Institute for Medical Research and Children's Mercy in Kansas City, Missouri. For more information on The University of Kansas Cancer Center's research, outreach programs and patient care, visit KUCancerCenter.org.

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.

Interested applicants please send CV to Ann Terry, Provider Recruiter, at ATerry2@kumc.edu

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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