Physician - Emergency Medicine Medical Director - Great Bend, KS

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Physician - Emergency Medicine Medical Director - Great Bend, KS

The University of Kansas Health System is growing their full-service Emergency Medicine team in Great Bend, KS. The Department of Emergency Medicine is looking for a strong leader to build a physician lead model with APP support.

About the Emergency Department in Great Bend:

The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Campus is a Level IV Trauma Center. We are a full-service ED with a general surgeon and orthopedics on call 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Highly qualified mid-level providers with experience in the critical care setting provide exceptional care to you or your loved ones. The full-service ED cares for patients of all ages. Participates in emergency preparedness drills and follows state guidelines

About the Position:

• Full time physician with Medical Director responsibilities
• Provide direct patient care
• Oversee administrative and clinical activities
• Active member of Medical Staff
• Attend necessary meetings and take charge on clinical and admin issues
• Collaborate with lead PA
• Conduct chart reviews for PAs and NPs

Requirements:

• BC/BE in Emergency Medicine or Family Medicine with ED experience
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Kansas

About the University of Kansas Great Bend Campus:

The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Campus includes a 33-bed, not-for-profit hospital providing short-term acute care services along with orthopedic, obstetric, and surgical care units, radiology and an emergency department including Level IV trauma services. The medical pavilion, also located on the Great Bend Campus, provides specialty ambulatory care including obstetrics/gynecology, family medicine, general surgery and specialty clinics.

In the Great Bend community, The University of Kansas Health System also has St. Rose Medical Pavilion. St. Rose Medical Pavilion, located on Broadway Avenue, provides Family Medicine (Including Family Medicine with Obstetrics and Family Medicine with Sports Medicine, specialty outpatient care including cardiac rehab and various specialty care clinics during the month. It also provides a Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic for nonemergency situations.

The University of Kansas Health System employs approximately 400 associates in its Great Bend, Kansas, facilities.

About Great Bend:

Situated in Barton County, Great Bend is home to nearly 15,000 residents. It is an ideal community for families, boasting excellent schools and numerous attractions. Spend your weekends at Wetlands Waterpark, join a Great Bend Rec program, or explore the free Great Bend-Brit Spaugh Zoo. During the summer, don't miss the local farmers market, the Summer Street Stroll, outdoor movies in Jack Kilby Square, mud volleyball during June Jaunt, or concerts at Party in the Park.

The active downtown area offers plenty to enjoy, from food trucks to the local brewery. Final Fridays on Forest provide a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow community members and soak in the lively atmosphere. The holiday season brings beautifully illuminated displays, best enjoyed by taking a ride on the Great Bend trolley.

For sports enthusiasts, the recently renovated sports complex hosts multiple sporting events and Barton Community College activities. Outdoor recreation options abound, with Cheyenne Bottoms, the largest inland marsh in the United States, located near Great Bend. The community is surrounded by numerous parks and trails, ensuring ample opportunities for outdoor activities. No matter your interests, Great Bend offers something for everyone to enjoy.