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Academic Med-Peds – Faculty - Assoc. Program Director

Full time

University Health Physicians** , an academic group practice affiliated with the **University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine** in conjunction with its major teaching facility **Truman Medical Centers/University Health (TMC/UH).

University Health Truman Medical Center

University Health Physicians (UHP) is the physician group practice for the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC) in conjunction with its major teaching facility. UMKC supports several residencies and many of our physicians have teaching responsibilities for residents and medical students. UHP is also the primary physician group for Truman Medical Centers/University Health in Kansas City, MO. known as “Kansas City’s Essential Hospital,” it is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City, MO. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, TMC/UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we have been recognized as a regional leader in COVID care and testing.

Job Description

University Health Physicians (UHP), the academic group practice for the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine (UMKC SOM), seeks **Internal Medicine–Pediatrics (Med-Peds) faculty** for **Primary Care** positions. Opportunities include **ambulatory-only** or **combined ambulatory + inpatient** practice within a mission-driven, safety-net academic medical center.

The ideal candidate will have the clinical expertise, academic interest, and interpersonal skills to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic and active academic section.

Primary Care Faculty

Requirements:

+ BE/BC in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

+ Strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, and academic engagement

Compensation & Benefits

+ Salary commensurate with experience and academic rank

+ Comprehensive benefits package

+ Supportive academic environment with opportunities for professional growth

Inclusive Part-Time Leadership Role (0.1 FTE): Leadership Role:

Associate Program Director – Med-Peds Residency

**Start Date:** July 2026

The APD will serve as core residency leadership with primary focus on **ambulatory education** , **continuity clinic operations** , and **ambulatory didactics** , along with contributions to the **QI curriculum** , **ITE remediation** , and **board preparation** .

Key Responsibilities

+ Oversee **resident clinic scheduling** , continuity requirements, panel management, and clinic flow

+ Lead and develop the **ambulatory didactics curriculum**

+ Support and implement the **longitudinal QI curriculum**

+ Provide **ITE performance review** , coaching, and individualized learning plans

+ Develop and oversee **Med-Peds board prep curriculum**

+ Serve as a core member of residency leadership and mentor residents

Qualifications

+ MD/DO with **board certification in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics**

+ Commitment to ambulatory education, curriculum development, and/or QI

+ Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

+ QI training/experience (or ability to complete prior to start)

+ Familiarity with ACGME requirements; experience with outpatient operations preferred

H1B applicants are welcome to apply. J1 applicants with a 2027 hire date are welcome to apply but we can no longer consider J1 applicants for 2026 hire dates.

The Department of Medicine is proud of its diverse composition and is an equal opportunity employer.

How to apply:

Submit **CV and cover letter** indicating interest in:

+ Primary Care role

+ APD role

+ Or combined position

Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day.

University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.