Neonatologist - Wichita KS

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.

Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Division of Neonatology at Childrens Mercy Hospital Kansas City is seeking board certified/eligible Neonatologists to provide clinical care at the level III NICU at Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Joseph campus in Wichita Kansas. The duties of the position will involve both leadership and clinical service with great opportunities for outreach and education. The ideal candidate should have an interest in and evidence of scholarly pursuits including education and quality improvement initiatives. Educational opportunities are available as Ascension Via Christi Hospital is home to the second largest in the country Family Medicine Residency program. The patient population is diverse in this busy practice which draws from a large region in western Kansas.

Teleconferencing allows for participation in Childrens Mercy educational activities and conferences. Colleagues in Kansas City are accessible for professional discussions and consultation.

The Childrens Mercy Kansas City Division of Neonatology includes 37 neonatologists with a wide spectrum of interests providing opportunity for candidates to find collaboration and support for an individualized professional career pathway. We provide clinical care in community level IIIII NICUs and our regional referral level IV NICU.

Please apply with CV and Cover Letter using link above or send to .
Attention: Steve Olsen MD Division Director

The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence integrity collegiality antiracism and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.

Childrens Mercy Kansas City is an independent nonprofit 390bed pediatric health system providing over half a million patient encounters each year for children from across the country. Childrens Mercy is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in nine specialties. We have received Magnet recognition five times for excellence in nursing services. In affiliation with the University of MissouriKansas City and the University of Kansas our faculty of nearly 800 pediatric specialists and researchers are actively involved in clinical care pediatric research and educating the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists.

Wichita is a prosperous thriving community with a metropolitan population of 650000 the largest city in Kansas. Located 180 miles southwest of Kansas City the city is known for its central role in American aviation design and manufacturing. It is an affordable and very livable city of historic neighborhoods highlyrated schools and several colleges and universities. For more information about Wichita please visit Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.

Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found nonimmune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds not just because its the right thing to do but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring including education ideas culture ethnicity race sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression national origin age languages spoken veteran status color religion disability and beliefs.