Physician - Endocrinologist

EndocrinologyIncludes callFull-Time

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Job Description

Position Title Physician - Endocrinologist Days - Full Time Cambridge Tower A Position Summary / Career Interest: Physician - Endocrinologist The University of Kansas Health System, Division of Endocrinology, has a faculty position for an Endocrinologist, who will join our team at the region’s leading quaternary referral center.

This is a role for someone who wants to balance high-complexity clinical care with a genuine passion for teaching and clinical research.

In this position, you will manage a diverse patient panel in an ambulatory setting and provide inpatient consults in an academic environment; you’ll be working closely with medical students, residents, and fellows to help shape their clinical skills.

You’ll also have the resources to stay active in research, from clinical trials to grant-funded studies, within our Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Genetics.

About the Job

Provide high-level endocrine care in both outpatient and inpatient settings Manage complex cases and participate in call rotation Participate in division research and clinical trials Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to include fellows, residents and medical students as well as certified diabetic educators and advanced practice providers to improve patient outcomes Required Qualifications: MD, DO or equivalent Board Certified or Eligible in Endocrinology Completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship.

Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri Benefits and compensation: Competitive compensation package Generous retirement contribution Relocation assistance Health, dental, vision CME allowance LTD/STD and life insurance Professional liability insurance 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, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City.

For more information contact: Darci Deskin, Senior Physician Recruiter DDeskin@kumc.edu Cell 913.951.7748 Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-52872 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.

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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

The physician will provide high-level endocrine care in both inpatient and outpatient settings while managing complex patient cases. Additionally, the role involves participating in clinical research and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD, DO, or equivalent degree and be board certified or eligible in Endocrinology. Completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship and eligibility for medical 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

Inpatient consultationOutpatient carePatient managementMultidisciplinary collaborationMedical education

Endocrinology — Physician Career Context

In Kansas, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$270k (58 salary observations; 327 listings), vs ~$295k nationally (14,111 salary observations; 58,139 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).

What does the Physician market look like in Kansas?
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Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in physician rolesranked against 22,038 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysician median $292k (middle half $266k–$310k)146 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Kansas vs national$270k median in Kansas$295k nationally (−8%)58 state / 14,111 national salary observations
Cost of livingKansas index 90.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Kansas155 active22,641 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Physician pay trend+1.7% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,038 Physician roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Endocrinologist at University of Kansas Health System a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 22,038 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Endocrinologist Jobs

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#1

Physician - Endocrinology

Sanford Health · Bemidji, Minnesota

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Endocrinologist | Las Vegas

UnitedHealth Group · Las Vegas, Nevada

$227k-$374k
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Physician- Endocrinology: BMG Golden Triangle

$280k–$350k
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Physician: Endocrinology - Tinley Park, IL

$250k-$320k
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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 50% of Endocrinology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 314 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About University of Kansas Health System

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

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation package
Generous retirement contribution
Relocation assistance
Health, dental, vision
CME allowance
LTD/STD and life insurance
Professional liability insurance

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.