Neuro-Ophthalmologist – Faculty Position

UHP is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit.  We are an equal opportunity employer and proud of our diverse workforce.

Many UHP physicians have teaching responsibilities for residents, fellows, and medical students.  The UMKC SOM accepts students directly out of high school for a six-year combined baccalaureate/Doctor of Medicine program.  The UMKC SOM Graduate Medical Education program supports over 30 residencies and fellowships.

UH is known as “Kansas City’s Essential Hospital” and is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City, MO.  UH is an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.  A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service.  During the 2020 pandemic, UH has been recognized as a regional leader in COVID care and testing.

The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, University Health, and University Health Physicians seek a fellowship-trained, full-time clinical faculty member in neuro-ophthalmology.  This is an ideal position for a recent fellowship graduate or an individual desiring a transition to academic medicine to join with our established neuro-ophthalmologist in building the premier neuro-ophthalmology center in Kansas City.  There are unique career advancement opportunities for clinical practice, clinical research, and teaching of medical students and neurology and ophthalmology residents.  Applicants must be board certified or eligible in neurology or ophthalmology. 

We are located in Kansas City, Missouri which is recognized as one of America’s Most Liveable cities.  This vibrant community located in the heart of the Midwest has all the amenities of the city while retaining the friendliness and relaxed atmosphere of Midwestern living. Kansas City offers an abundant lifestyle including a low cost of living, a flourishing arts and music district along with a plethora of professional and college sporting events.  It hosts two major universities, three medical schools, a law school, a conservatory of music and one of the nation’s leading art colleges. In addition, Kansas City’s international airport makes travel to other destinations easy and affordable.

Academic appointment and a competitive salary/benefit package are commensurate with background.  “University Health Physicians is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program”. The Department of Neurology is proud of its diverse composition and is an equal opportunity employer.