Pediatric Physiatrist
Pediatric Physiatrist
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Thanks for your interest in Childrens Mercy!
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.
Overview
Childrens Mercy Kansas City is seeking a BE/BC Pediatric Physiatrist to join our active comprehensive hospital-based university-affiliated pediatric rehabilitation team. The successful candidate will exhibit excellent clinical skills strong organizational and team skills and a desire to teach. Interest and skills working with multidisciplinary teams on both inpatient and outpatient are desired traits and the duties assigned will depend on the skills and interests of the applicant. There will be opportunities for research and collaboration.
Recognized as regional leaders in pediatric rehabilitation care our team consists of a talented team including nine pediatric physiatrists fellows three nurse practitioners a rehabilitation psychologist and dedicated social workers clinic nurses nurse coordinators for the larger multidisciplinary programs along with an amazing team of therapists from all pertinent disciplines. Our practice includes a CARF accredited inpatient service a busy consultation service a full spectrum outpatient service as well as a Day Program. We have an active and expanding research program an ACGME approved fellowship training program and active involvement with PM&R residents with clinical and didactic teaching opportunities. We have the first pediatric-only EMG Lab in the country with exemplary accreditation with AANEM. Our practice has expanded to four Kansas City sites along with telemedicine growth into Kansas and Missouri. The hospital system has dedicated a new inpatient rehabilitation unit and 10000 sq ft therapy space set to open in 2028.
Our physicians diagnose and treat a wide range of pediatric physical rehabilitation conditions including inpatient and outpatient management of limb deficiency neuromuscular disease surgical neuromonitoring EMG brachial plexus injury stroke torticollis cerebral palsy traumatic brain injury spasticity/ITB spina bifida spinal cord injury and wheelchair/seating needs. Our newest clinical service is our Adaptive Sports program.
The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence integrity collegiality antiracism and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds. #PM&R Rehab Medicine
Please apply online with a cover letter and CV or send to
For more information about Childrens Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself 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 non-immune 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.
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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.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
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.
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