Physician – Academic Laryngologist Faculty Position
Company: The University of Kansas Health System
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: March 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Physician – Academic Laryngologist Faculty Position The
University of Kansas Health System, Department of
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, is seeking a full-time
fellowship-trained Laryngologist to join our thriving,
multidisciplinary Voice, Airway and Swallowing program. This is an
exceptional opportunity to build a rewarding clinical practice
while contributing to one of the nation’s leading academic health
systems. The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is
an academic and regional referral center. Patients come from all
over the Midwest Region for advanced diagnosis and innovative
treatments. Practice sites will include The University of Kansas
Health System, as well as our affiliated sites of the Kansas City
VA, and University Health Medical Center. Preference will be given
to those individuals who have strong clinical experience and an
interest in research, educating residents, medical students and
fellows and scholarly activities. There are a considerable number
of clinical trials and funded translational research within the
division, and the Department has the resources and infrastructure
to support a candidate who currently holds or has the potential for
securing competitive external funding. The University of Kansas
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is dedicated to
being broadly diverse and inclusive. Our compensation and benefits
package is exceptionally competitive. Required Qualifications: MD,
DO or equivalent degree Completion of ACGME-accredited residency
training in Otolaryngology Board certified or eligible in
Otolaryngology Completion of Laryngology fellowship Eligible for
medical licensure in Kansas and Missouri Benefits and compensation
: Generous retirement contributions 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, 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!
Visit www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City. For
more information, please submit CV and letter of interest to: Darci
Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter DDeskin@kumc.edu 913.951.7748
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