Physician – Pediatrics Newborn Nursery Hospitalist

The University of Kansas Health System • Kansas City, KS

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About The Position

The Department of Pediatrics, Division of General Pediatrics at The University of Kansas Medical Center, is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor specializing in newborn nursery hospitalist care. The physician will provide patient-centered, evidence-based care for hospitalized newborns across University of Kansas Medical Center campuses.

The role includes conducting comprehensive newborn assessments, developing individualized care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams—including neonatology—to support patient health and safety, and participating in delivery attendance when available in collaboration with neonatology teams.

The Clinical Assistant Professor will teach and mentor graduate-level learners, including residents, medical students, and fellows, in clinical settings. Other duties include participating in departmental and divisional meetings, academic activities, quality improvement initiatives, research, and other scholarly activities that support the Department of Pediatrics’ mission.

Requirements

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree from an accredited school.
• Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatrics.
• Hold, or be eligible to obtain, a license to practice medicine in the State of Kansas.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development, clinical excellence, and medical education.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered, evidence-based care for hospitalized newborns across University of Kansas Medical Center campuses.
• Conduct comprehensive newborn assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including neonatology, to support patient health and safety.
• Participate in delivery attendance when available, in collaboration with neonatology teams.
• Teach and mentor residents, medical students, and fellows in clinical settings.
• Participate in departmental and divisional meetings, academic activities, quality improvement initiatives, research, and other scholarly activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree