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Posted 21 July, 2026

Hepatology, Transplant Hepatologist Opportunity in Kansas City

The University of Kansas Hospital
Kansas City, KS, US Full Time

Job Description

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The University of Kansas Health System, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, is seeking a dedicated Transplant Hepatologist to join our academic department committed to advancing gastroenterology and hepatology through cutting-edge technology, collaborative research, and outstanding patient care.

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This position offers a unique opportunity to practice in a tertiary care setting while actively contributing to medical student, resident, and fellow education, clinical research, and multidisciplinary patient care. The ideal candidate will join a supportive, collegial department that values clinical excellence, innovation, education, and work-life balance, with the resources and flexibility to support both professional growth and personal well-being.

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Key Position Highlights:

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  • Manage all aspects of liver disease. Essential functions include upper endoscopy procedure, colonoscopy, liver biopsies, as well as patient visits in the outpatient clinic and providing inpatient consultative services
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  • Serve as a clinical educator to GI fellows, residents, and medical students
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  • Engage in clinical or basic science research
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  • Gastroenterology team comprised of 15 Gastroenterologists, 6 Transplant Hepatologists, 3 IBD Faculty and 22 APPs
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  • 12 Endoscopy suites - and planning for additional rooms with current expansion
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  • Participate in educational conferences
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Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package

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  • Competitive base salary
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  • Relocation assistance
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  • Comprehensive retirement program
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  • Health, dental, vision insurance with coverage day one
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  • Paid time off and CME allowance for professional development, conference attendance and educational expenses
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  • LTD/STD and Life insurance
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  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
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  • Full malpractice insurance coverage including tail
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Required Qualifications

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  • MD, DO or equivalent
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  • Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology
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  • Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri
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For more information contact:

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Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter

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[email protected]

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Cell 913.951.7748

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