Academic General Internal Medicine – Ambulatory Primary Care(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the job

University Health Physicians (UHP), the academic faculty practice of the University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) School of Medicine, invites applications for a General Internal Medicine physician to join our Ambulatory Primary Care team. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine high-impact clinical care, medical education, and service to a diverse urban community.

Our physicians are not only caregivers but also educators and leaders—helping train the next generation of physicians while delivering patient-centered care to those who need it most.

About the Academic & Clinical Environment

UHP serves as the primary physician group for University Health Truman Medical Center, Kansas City’s essential hospital and safety-net healthcare system. As a 547-bed, not-for-profit academic medical center, University Health plays a vital role in advancing public health, clinical education, and community well-being.

The health system gained national recognition for leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, aligning its practices with public health guidance from the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Your Role

As a faculty physician in the Section of General Internal Medicine, you will:

• Provide outpatient primary care in an academic ambulatory setting
• Teach and mentor internal medicine residents and medical students
• Contribute to an active academic division through education and service
• Practice within a mission-driven environment focused on equity, access, and continuity of care
• This position is ideal for physicians who value both clinical excellence and academic engagement.

Qualifications

• Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Internal Medicine
• Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care
• Interest in teaching and working with diverse patient populations
• Eligibility for U.S. physician employment and visa sponsorship

The institution welcomes H-1B and J-1 visa candidates, in accordance with
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
and U.S. Department of State Exchange Visitor Program

Compensation & Faculty Support

• Salary commensurate with experience and academic rank
• Faculty appointment through UMKC School of Medicine
• Supportive academic culture with opportunities for professional growth
• Practice aligned with national quality and patient safety standards from
  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Commitment to Diversity & Public Service

The Department of Medicine is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and proudly serves as an equal opportunity employer. Our mission aligns with federal initiatives to improve access to care and reduce health disparities supported by the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Why Kansas City & University Health?

Kansas City offers a vibrant cultural scene, affordable living, and a strong sense of community. Practicing at University Health means serving patients across Jackson County while contributing to academic medicine and public health initiatives recognized by the
National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Ready to Join an Academic Mission That Matters?

If you are passionate about primary care, education, and community service, we encourage you to apply and explore this rewarding academic opportunity with University Health Physicians.