Chair - Department of Family Medicine and Community Health

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Chair - Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at Confidential Employer a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Family Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Family Medicine position at Confidential Employer is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Family Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $265k, with the typical range spanning $200k to $340k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Kansas City, Kansas.

Key skills and qualifications: Visionary Leadership, Departmental Operations, Faculty Oversight, Clinical Commitments, Research, Education, Administrative Capabilities, Collaborative Partnerships. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Family Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Chair provides visionary leadership, oversees departmental operations, and ensures the department fulfills its education, research, and clinical commitments while advancing the KU Medical Center’s vision. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction, stewarding resources, supporting fa...