Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Department of Ophthalmology at The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a fulltime Optometrist to join our growing team. This faculty position offers a balanced blend of clinical care teaching and research with opportunities tailored to the candidates background interests and academic goals.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive optometric care for patients of all ages and will play an active role in the departments educational mission. Responsibilities include supervising and teaching medical students and residents in both clinical and didactic settings. Involvement in community outreach including participation in JayDoc clinics is also expected.

Faculty members are encouraged to maintain a strong commitment to patientcentered care and uphold professional standards as reflected in patient experience outcomes. Additional responsibilities include service on departmental and institutional committees as well as participation in academic and administrative activities within the School of Medicine. Engagement in clinical research and scientific presentations at regional and national conferences is strongly supported. Clinical service may also extend to the VA Medical Center and other affiliated clinical sites through existing health system partnerships.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from an Accredited School of Optometry

• Board certification or eligibility in Optometry

• Eligibility for medical licensure in Kansas

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with fitting and care coordination of medically necessary contact lenses

• Managing postoperative care for specialty surgeons as needed

• Academic experience with a strong interest in teaching and research

• Proven ability to develop and grow independent research programs including securing funding from public and private sources

Benefits and compensation:

• 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 1045bed 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 NCIdesignated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hardearned 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 treelined neighborhoods surround the campus which is within close proximity to the citys top destinations including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts Union Station & Science City National WWI Museum NelsonAtkins 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 TMobile 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 submit CV and letter of interest to:

Darci Deskin Senior Physician Recruiter

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