Liberty Hospital
Physician - Medical Oncologist , Liberty Hospital
Position Summary Liberty Hospital, now part of The University of Kansas Health System, is actively seeking Hematology/Oncology Physician to join its growing, community-based practice. This position would be ideal for physicians who are comfortable seeing a broad range of cancer. While physicians may have areas of particular interest, a balanced and varied patient panel is expected. The Medical Oncology Division provides compassionate, state-of-the-art medical care to cancer patients; developing novel therapeutic and treatment options through clinical, translational, and molecular research; and educating and training the field’s next generation of cancer experts, with 36 faculty members dedicated to developing innovative treatments for these patients. The University of Kansas Health System is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, the only one in Kansas and 1 of only 54 in the United States, and for the 12th year, KUCC has been listed among the nation’s top 50 by U.S. News & World Report, making us the only cancer program in the region to receive this recognition. Ideal candidates will bring a proven track record of outstanding clinical care, innovative and productive research, a demonstrated history of strong promise of securing consistent extramural funding, and a clear commitment to both graduate and medical education.
Required Qualifications
Board Eligible/Board Certified in Medical Oncology or Hematology/Oncology
Completed a fellowship training in Hematology or Medical Oncology
Eligible for medical licensure in both Kansas and Missouri
Benefits and Compensation
Recent increase in overall compensation package
Generous retirement contribution
Relocation assistance
Health, dental, vision
CME allowance
LTD/STD and life insurance
Professional liability coverage
About the University of Kansas Health System – Liberty Campus Serving the healthcare needs of the community for nearly 50 years, Liberty Hospital is a 204-licensed bed medical center and Level II trauma center. Our mission is to work in partnership with our community to improve the health, safety, and well‑being of those we serve. The hospital has consistently received an “A” safety grade for the last four years from The Leapfrog Group.
About Liberty, Missouri The City of Liberty, Missouri is a suburb of Kansas City, commonly referred to as the “Northland.” Liberty offers an award‑winning public school system, a local college, and a vibrant historic downtown business district with retail, dining, and business offices. The city’s 29 square miles is serviced by excellent local municipal services like police, fire, water, and sewer. With a population of just over 30,000, the city offers the best combination of economic opportunities, diverse housing, award‑winning parks, safe streets and neighborhoods, a variety of things to do and a friendly sense of community. Recreation: Home to more than 500 acres of park land and more than 10 miles of trails offering plenty of opportunity for play and exercise. Capitol Federal Sports Complex is a nationally recognized facility that hosts numerous local, regional, and national baseball, softball and soccer tournaments and leagues throughout the year, attracting teams from coast to coast. History, Arts and Cultural: The community includes seven historic districts and over 240 preserved homes and buildings many of which are listed on the National Register of Historic places. Location: We are just 15 minutes from downtown and 15 minutes from Kansas City International Airport. Kansas City (located 15 minutes from Liberty) is a metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, offering the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living.
Interested applicants please send CV to Ann Terry, Provider Recruiter, at ATerry2@kumc.edu
Time Type Full time
Job Requisition ID R-48417
Important Information for You to Know As You Apply
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.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Position Summary Liberty Hospital, now part of The University of Kansas Health System, is actively seeking Hematology/Oncology Physician to join its growing, community-based practice. This position would be ideal for physicians who are comfortable seeing a broad range of cancer. While physicians may have areas of particular interest, a balanced and varied patient panel is expected. The Medical Oncology Division provides compassionate, state-of-the-art medical care to cancer patients; developing novel therapeutic and treatment options through clinical, translational, and molecular research; and educating and training the field’s next generation of cancer experts, with 36 faculty members dedicated to developing innovative treatments for these patients. The University of Kansas Health System is a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, the only one in Kansas and 1 of only 54 in the United States, and for the 12th year, KUCC has been listed among the nation’s top 50 by U.S. News & World Report, making us the only cancer program in the region to receive this recognition. Ideal candidates will bring a proven track record of outstanding clinical care, innovative and productive research, a demonstrated history of strong promise of securing consistent extramural funding, and a clear commitment to both graduate and medical education.
Required Qualifications
Board Eligible/Board Certified in Medical Oncology or Hematology/Oncology
Completed a fellowship training in Hematology or Medical Oncology
Eligible for medical licensure in both Kansas and Missouri
Benefits and Compensation
Recent increase in overall compensation package
Generous retirement contribution
Relocation assistance
Health, dental, vision
CME allowance
LTD/STD and life insurance
Professional liability coverage
About the University of Kansas Health System – Liberty Campus Serving the healthcare needs of the community for nearly 50 years, Liberty Hospital is a 204-licensed bed medical center and Level II trauma center. Our mission is to work in partnership with our community to improve the health, safety, and well‑being of those we serve. The hospital has consistently received an “A” safety grade for the last four years from The Leapfrog Group.
About Liberty, Missouri The City of Liberty, Missouri is a suburb of Kansas City, commonly referred to as the “Northland.” Liberty offers an award‑winning public school system, a local college, and a vibrant historic downtown business district with retail, dining, and business offices. The city’s 29 square miles is serviced by excellent local municipal services like police, fire, water, and sewer. With a population of just over 30,000, the city offers the best combination of economic opportunities, diverse housing, award‑winning parks, safe streets and neighborhoods, a variety of things to do and a friendly sense of community. Recreation: Home to more than 500 acres of park land and more than 10 miles of trails offering plenty of opportunity for play and exercise. Capitol Federal Sports Complex is a nationally recognized facility that hosts numerous local, regional, and national baseball, softball and soccer tournaments and leagues throughout the year, attracting teams from coast to coast. History, Arts and Cultural: The community includes seven historic districts and over 240 preserved homes and buildings many of which are listed on the National Register of Historic places. Location: We are just 15 minutes from downtown and 15 minutes from Kansas City International Airport. Kansas City (located 15 minutes from Liberty) is a metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, offering the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living.
Interested applicants please send CV to Ann Terry, Provider Recruiter, at ATerry2@kumc.edu
Time Type Full time
Job Requisition ID R-48417
Important Information for You to Know As You Apply
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.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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