Physician - Addiction Psychiatrist

# Position TitlePhysician - Addiction PsychiatristUKH Olathe Pavilion Main Campus## Position Summary / Career Interest:The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, is seeking an Addiction Psychiatrist who will join the team and support the departmental mission of delivering the highest quality of care, providing consultation-liaison services, as well as satisfying teaching, research, and academic responsibilities at the region's quaternary referral center.This full-time position offers a dynamic opportunity to make significant contributions to healthcare innovation and excellence while advancing your professional career in a collaborative and supportive environment. Working closely with the Opioid Treatment Services Medical Director, you will provide expert guidance and leadership to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care services. We encourage new graduates from an accredited addiction psychiatry training program to apply.Additionally, this role is a combination of inpatient (Addiction Consultation-Liaison) and ambulatory work, including participation in weekend call rotations and a commitment to continuous performance improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes. Encouragement and support for scholarly and research activities aligned with your clinical and teaching interests will be provided, contributing to the broader mission and goals of the Department. Academic appointment with the University of Kansas School of Medicine will be commensurate with experience and academic track record.**Required Qualifications:*** MD, DO or equivalent degree* Graduate of an ACGME-accredited Adult Psychiatry Residency program* Fellowship training in Addiction Psychiatry from an accredited program* ABPN board certification/board eligibility in Psychiatry, preferred; will also consider applicants with ASAM board certification/board eligibility* Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri**Job Responsibilities:*** Providing Addiction CL services and OTP at adult mental and behavioral health hospital* Providing treatment and care to patients in ambulatory Addictions clinic with multidisciplinary team at academic medical center* Academic appointment with University of Kansas School of Medicine**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**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 for more information about Kansas City.**For more information, please provide CV and letter of interest to:**Darci Deskin, Senior Physician RecruiterDDeskin@kumc.eduCell 913.951.7748## Time Type:Full time## Job Requisition ID:R-34599### *We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.*We can recommend jobs specifically for you Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.
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