Burn Surgeon

Extant Healthcare, in partnership with Research Medical Center, is seeking a Burn Surgeon to join our expanding Burn and Reconstructive Surgery Program in Kansas City, Missouri. Research Medical Center is a Level I Trauma Center and regional referral destination for complex burn care, providing comprehensive treatment for adult and pediatric patients from across the Midwest.

This position offers the opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes in acute burn management, reconstruction, and rehabilitation, supported by a modern facility and advanced surgical resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with acute and reconstructive burn injuries.
• Participate in surgical management of burns, wound care, resuscitation, and long-term recovery.
• Collaborate with trauma, plastics, and critical care colleagues in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Participate in burn and trauma call coverage, as well as clinic duties

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Burn Surgery and/or Surgical Critical Care preferred
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Missouri.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
• Relocation assistance if applicable.

Community

Kansas City is known for its affordable cost of living and friendly Midwest vibe, making it a great place to visit or live.

Kansas City has a rich jazz history, celebrated at places like the American Jazz Museum and live music venues such as The Blue Room and Green Lady Lounge.

• Home to 5 Major League professional teams including the Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs.
• Beyond BBQ, the city has a thriving culinary scene with craft breweries, distilleries, and farm-to-table restaurants.
• Kiplinger Magazine and other publications have rated Kansas City as one of the 50 Smart Places to Live.
• KC is known as the "City of Fountains," with over 200 fountains scattered across the city.
• Kansas City: kcmo.gov