Family Medicine Physician - Student Health- Lawrence, KS

The University of Kansas Watkins Health Services in Lawrence, Kansas, is seeking a Family Medicine physician to join our student health practice and provide comprehensive care to the KU student population.  Watkins Health Services serves the University of Kansas student community by providing comprehensive medical, mental health, and wellness services in a convenient, on-campus setting.

This is an outstanding opportunity to practice outpatient medicine in a collegial, mission-driven university health setting focused on high-quality, accessible care for students. This position offers work-life balance with no inpatient responsibilities or call, allowing you to focus on providing high-quality outpatient care to a diverse and engaging student population. You’ll work in a supportive, team-oriented clinical environment with the opportunity to practice a full spectrum of care, including preventive services, acute care, and chronic disease management in young adults, all within a stable, university-based practice supported by strong institutional resources.

About the Position

• Practice located on the University of Kansas campus
• Join a collaborative team of 6 physicians and 6 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Outpatient-only practice providing comprehensive student health services
• Onsite X-ray and lab
• Onsite pharmacy
• No call
• Clinic hours: Monday-Friday with Saturday clinic coverage

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine
• Eligible for medical licensure in Kansas
• Interest in student health, wellness, and preventive care preferred

Compensation & Benefits offered through The University of Kansas Health System:

• Salary guarantee with time off
• Generous retirement contribution 
• Relocation assistance 
• Health, dental, vision insurance 
• CME allowance 
• Long-term and Short-term disability
• Life insurance 
• Professional liability insurance 

For additional information, please send CV to:

Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

DDeskin@kumc.edu

(913) 951-7748 cell

About Lawrence: 

Lawrence has a population of over 112,000 citizens. It is a city rich in arts, culture, and history, with safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants, local farmer’s market and wineries, and a vibrant downtown shopping area.  

Residents of Lawrence enjoy many local parks, including Clinton Lake State Park, which provides access to many recreational activities such as boating, hiking, birdwatching, bicycling, and golfing. 

The Lawrence public school district is rated among the top 10 metro school districts in the state of Kansas.  Lawrence is also home to The University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. 

Lawrence is located about 45 minutes west of Kansas City, a metropolitan area comprised of about 2 million people.  The Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is a newly designed and furnished airport with non-stop and international flights, located about 50 miles from Lawrence.  Kansas City offers many cultural and scenic destinations, including the Kauffman Center for Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and the Country Club Plaza, a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design. 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, and will be hosting the World Cup.  

About The University of Kansas Hospital:

Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center, with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge, deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond, and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System, consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties, is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care, Center for Transplantation, Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence.

About Kansas City:

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. Walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus, which is within close proximity to the city's 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 and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants and shopping, miles of bike paths, parks and lakes, and excellent schools (public, private, and universities for higher education).

The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, KC Current, and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC and Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! 

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Kansas City offers a wealth of cultural, educational and entertainment amenities in a vibrant, diverse community. 

Combine that with all the affordability and charm of the Midwest,and Kansas City emerges as a truly wonderful place to live.

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