Physician - Musculoskeletal Radiologist

RadiologyIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Position Title Physician - Musculoskeletal Radiologist Days - Full Time Bell Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: Physician - Musculoskeletal Radiologist The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a dedicated Musculoskeletal (MSK) Radiologist to join our growing academic faculty within the Department of Radiology.

This is an exceptional opportunity to practice comprehensive MSK imaging in a high-volume, tertiary care setting while contributing to education, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration at a nationally recognized academic medical center.

Our department is committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and academic distinction. The selected candidate will join a collegial team of subspecialty-trained radiologists supported by advanced technology, strong institutional resources, and a culture that values professional development and work-life integration.

Key Position Highlights 100% subspecialized MSK practice, including subspecialty‑specific weekend call High‑volume, diverse case mix with strong clinical variety Close, collaborative relationships with referring services supported by frequent multidisciplinary conferences (ortho surg, sports med, rheumatology, sarcoma/oncology) Proud imaging partners for the Kansas City Royals, Kansas City Chiefs, KC Current, and KU Jayhawks athletics, and imaging consultants for FIFA World Cup 26 Kansas City Robust training environment with 30 residents and one to two MSK fellows kumc.edu Broad modality mix including X‑ray, MRI, CT, ultrasound, and spine imaging Wide range of image‑guided procedures supporting rheumatology, sports medicine, internal medicine, and orthopedic surgery, using a balanced mix of ultrasound- and fluoroscopy-guided techniques Faculty appointment commensurate with qualifications and academic interests, offering involvement in resident and fellow education as well as opportunities to pursue research or advance clinical programs Comprehensive Compensation and

Benefits

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

Qualifications

MD or DO (or equivalent) ABR board certified/eligible in Diagnostic Radiology Completion of a 12-month Musculoskeletal Radiology fellowship Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri 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, 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 the Kansas City Mavericks. Visit thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.

Contact: Interested applicants: please send your CV to Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter at DDeskin@kumc.edu or call 913.951.7748. Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-55176 Important information for you to know as you apply: The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu.

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program. pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you!

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About The University of Kansas Health System As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis.

We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive musculoskeletal imaging and image-guided procedures in a high-volume tertiary care academic setting. Contribute to the education of residents and fellows while engaging in multidisciplinary collaboration and clinical research.

Requirements

Must hold an MD or DO degree and be ABR board certified or eligible in Diagnostic Radiology. Completion of a 12-month Musculoskeletal Radiology fellowship and eligibility for licensure in Kansas and Missouri are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Medical Education

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 68% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

In Kansas, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$293k (39 salary observations; 311 listings), vs ~$295k nationally (9,321 salary observations; 54,038 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Kansas is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.0% of Kansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 22 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
67%
CME allowance
44% this job
Relocation assistance
33% this job
Loan repayment
19% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 1.5
Below most Radiology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 741 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Kansas City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$222k
Typical market rent
$1,326/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.5
State income tax
Up to 5.7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Kansas City, MO-KS metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About University of Kansas Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Kansas City, KS
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Relocation Assistance
Comprehensive Retirement Program
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
CME Allowance
LTD/STD Insurance