Burn Surgeon
Extant Healthcare·Kansas City, Missouri
Extant Healthcare·Kansas City, Missouri
Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with acute and reconstructive burn injuries. Participate in surgical management, wound care, resuscitation, and multidisciplinary trauma and burn call coverage.
Extant Healthcare, in partnership with Research Medical Center, is seeking a Burn Surgeon to join our expanding Burn and Reconstructive Surgery Program in Kansas City, Missouri. Research Medical Center is a Level I Trauma Center and regional referral destination for complex burn care, providing comprehensive treatment for adult and pediatric patients from across the Midwest.
This position offers the opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes in acute burn management, reconstruction, and rehabilitation, supported by a modern facility and advanced surgical resources.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with acute and reconstructive burn injuries.
Participate in surgical management of burns, wound care, resuscitation, and long-term recovery.
Collaborate with trauma, plastics, and critical care colleagues in a multidisciplinary environment.
Participate in burn and trauma call coverage, as well as clinic duties
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Kansas City has a rich jazz history, celebrated at places like the American Jazz Museum and live music venues such as The Blue Room and Green Lady Lounge.
Home to 5 Major League professional teams including the Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs.
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Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery and eligible for medical licensure in Missouri. Fellowship training in Burn Surgery or Surgical Critical Care is preferred.
Market context
In Missouri, burn surgery openings are typically driven by the need for highly specialized acute care coverage and access to advanced surgical resources. These roles are competitive because employers often prefer board certification or eligibility in General Surgery, Missouri licensure, and fellowship training in Burn Surgery or Surgical Critical Care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm licensure timing and fellowship alignment before applying.
