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Physician - Medical Director - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

University of Kansas Health SystemOverland Park, KansasPosted 1mo ago·attending physician
~$367,500SalaryDrMarket Context

Reported by 8 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation·Full-time·Full-time, days·FPay transparency
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The package

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The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a full-time, board-eligible/board-certified physiatrist to serve as Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation at a free-standing community-based rehabilitation hospital, with an academic faculty appointment (Assistant through Professor level) and active involvement in PM&R residency education. The role is primarily inpatient rehabilitation-focused, with optional ambulatory clinics, and includes clinical leadership, teaching, and scholarly activity.

  • $367,500 SalaryDr market context available for comparison
  • Full-time, days
  • Academic medical center / free-standing community-based rehabilitation hospital · Rehabilitation Hospital (free-standing, community-based); affiliated with 1045-bed academic medical center · Primarily inpatient rehabilitation; ambulatory clinics available but not required
  • Teaching responsibilities or academic setting indicated
  • Research expectations or opportunities indicated
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Posted pay vs real comps

$334k$368k$413k
Physician-reported range Reported median

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

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SalaryDr Market Context
Market context
$333,750 – $412,500
Structure
salary
Loan repayment
$0
$334k$368k$413k
Physician-reported range Reported median

This is SalaryDr Market Context computed from 8 verified physician submissions (region cohort). It is not the employer's posted pay. The employer did not disclose pay.

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Employer

University of Kansas Health System

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Facility & Community

Overland Park, Kansas
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Facility details
Practice setting
Academic medical center / free-standing community-based rehabilitation hospital
Facility type
Rehabilitation Hospital (free-standing, community-based); affiliated with 1045-bed academic medical center
Beds
1045
Trauma level
Level 1
Patient population
Medically complex, neurologic, and orthopedic diagnoses requiring inpatient rehabilitation
Community snapshot
Peer median
$400k
37 reports · national
Active supply
2
1 in Overland Park
Transparent pay
0/2
state roles with reviewed pay
Work-life
3.0/5
3 physician reports
Cost of living
90
below U.S. avg (100) · BEA Regional Price Parities
Schools
-0.1
grade levels vs U.S. avg · NAEP 2024
37 SalaryDr Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation reports in national show a $400,000 median.
2 active Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation roles in Kansas, including 1 in Overland Park; 0 include reviewed transparent pay.
Physicians in this comparison cohort report 4.0/5 average job satisfaction.

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Work Design

Schedule
Full-time, days
Inpatient / outpatient
Primarily inpatient rehabilitation; ambulatory clinics available but not required
Coverage model
Medical Director overseeing inpatient rehabilitation unit service and inpatient consultation service
Admin burden
Significant — Medical Director role includes physician leadership, clinical oversight, regulatory stewardship, performance management, and collaboration with referring services
FTE
1
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes
Supervises APPs
No

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
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First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
4 wk ago
Extraction confidence
52%
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Full description

Position Title

Physician - Medical Director - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Days - Full Time

Rehabilitation Hospital of Overland Park

Position Summary / Career Interest:Physician - Medical Director - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is seeking an additional board eligible/board certified physiatrist for full time faculty position with training and interest in Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation at a free-standing, community-based rehabilitation hospital. Applicants will be hired at the level of Assistant, Associate, or Professor (tenure or non-tenure track) based on experience. All faculty are required to take an active role in our integrated residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
 

Work Experience:

  • Special interest in medical management of rehabilitation needs for patients during inpatient rehabilitation including medically complex, neurologic and orthopedic diagnoses.  Ambulatory clinics are available, but not required for this position.
  • Excellent clinical skills and a strong interest in education and/or research.

Required Qualifications: 

  • MD or DO 
  • Board eligible/ board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in inpatient rehabilitation settings. 
  • Provide visible physician leadership, clinical oversight, and regulatory stewardship to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered inpatient rehabilitation care while advancing performance, culture, growth, and reputation.
  • Management of inpatient rehabilitation unit service, inpatient consultation service, along with teaching and scholarly activity.
  • Collaborate with referring services and other departments as appropriate to ensure transitions across the continuum of care.
  • Establish a community-based consultation service at other locations as appropriate.
  • Lectures to PM&R residents and students.
  • Attend Grand Rounds as scheduled.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned by Chair.

Benefits and Compensation: 

  • Recent increase in overall compensation package 
  • Generous retirement contribution 
  • Relocation assistance 
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance 
  • CME allowance 
  • LTD/STD and life insurance 
  • Professional liability coverage 

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. Our mission is 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 earns national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties and 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 for the 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, and 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 www.thinkkc.com for more information about Kansas City. 

For more information contact: 

Ann Terry, Physician Recruiter  

816.419.4523 

Aterry2@kumc.edu  

Time Type:Full time

Job Requisition ID:R-53088

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

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