The University of Kansas Health System·Topeka, Kansas
Provide anesthesia services across a diverse range of specialties in a 378-bed community hospital. Work within a medically directed care model alongside a team of anesthesiologists and CRNAs.
Physician - Anesthesiologist
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Physician - Anesthesiologist
The University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus is seeking a full-time Anesthesiologist to join our dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment that is committed to delivering high-quality care to the communities we serve.
The position includes providing anesthesia services at a busy 378-bed community hospital with 10 operating rooms. You will join an established team comprised of 7 Anesthesiologists and 13 CRNAs in a medically directed care model, with opportunities to staff your own cases.
Enjoy a broad and diverse case mix across multiple specialties, including obstetrics, general surgery, orthopedics and spine, urology, plastic surgery, gastroenterology, cardiovascular lab procedures, neurosurgery, and cardiovascular surgery. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a skilled team while caring for a wide range of patients and procedures.
The University of Kansas Health System - St.
Francis Campus is proud to be a part of a long legacy of quality, compassionate care.
The St.
Francis Hospital began serving its community in 1909.
Today, the hospital has 378 beds, a history of technological advancements, and a generous and supportive community.
In 2017, through a partnership between Ardent Health Services and The University of Kansas Health System, St.
Francis embarked on a new era.
Ardent is renowned for its outstanding record of community investment, leading edge technology, and health care achievements to the hospital’s management.
The University of Kansas Health System is known for its medical and surgical advancements, quality of care, research, and expansive provider network.
As the capital city of Kansas, Topeka offers an array of opportunities and attractions. A population of nearly 180,000 residents, Topeka is home to the Firekeeper Golf Course at Prairie Band Casino and Resort, Washburn University (top-ranked public master’s level university) and the Topeka Zoo.
Community Life – The arts are alive and well in Topeka with more than 20 galleries, multiple performing arts venues and First Friday ArtWalk events in the Arts District. Outdoor enthusiasts love exploring, camping and boating at Lake Shawnee, Perry Lake and Clinton Lake. Topeka has miles of paved and wooded trails for walkers, joggers and bikers.
Livability – Neighborhoods, schools, civic and cultural activities, economic incentives and a “we can do that” attitude combine to make Topeka one of the best small metros in the United States.
Affordability – Topeka’s overall cost of living index is 91.7, more than 10 percent below the national urban area average. Housing in the Topeka market is particularly affordable.
Location - One-hour drive to Kansas City, and 30 minutes to popular university towns including The University of Kansas in Lawrence, and Kansas State University in Manhattan.
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. A short drive to Kansas City, and you will find top destinations, including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins 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 opportunities. Kansas City International airport, just over an hour from Topeka, has a new terminal, thoughtfully designed with beautiful architecture and modern amenities, offering non-stop and international flights.
The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC, KC Current, Kansas City Mavericks. Visit www.thinkkc.com [http://www.thinkkc.com/] for more information about Kansas City.
DDeskin@kumc.edu [DDeskin@kumc.edu]
Cell (913) 951-7748
Time type: Full time
The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion [https://jobs.kansashealthsystem.com/diversity-equality-and-inclusion].
The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu [asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu].
Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf [https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/38901/cms/health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf] and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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Must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology residency. Candidates must be board certified or eligible and eligible for medical licensure in Kansas.
Market context
In Kansas, physician-adjacent roles in emergency settings tend to favor candidates with recent acute-care experience, especially when the schedule and patient acuity are demanding. These positions are competitive because employers often want current national certification, DEA registration, and familiarity with emergency department workflows, while KS licensure plus PALS and ACLS can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit against the original job description and confirm your credentials before applying.
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