Pediatric Dermatologist

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

We seek a pediatric dermatologist who is board eligible/certified in dermatology with additional fellowship training in pediatric dermatology. Join a collegial group of 5 pediatric dermatologists and 6 nurse practitioners that are passionate about the care of children with skin disorders.

Responsibilities include caring for infants, children and adolescents with dermatologic disorders in outpatient clinics; staffing inpatient consultations; and educating pediatric dermatology fellows, pediatric/dermatology residents, and medical students. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Pediatric Dermatology Department at Children's Mercy provides the highest quality, compassionate care to children with a variety of skin, hair and nail conditions. We serve as advocates for children and families through cutting-edge clinical research and educational outreach. We are the largest pediatric-focused dermatology clinic in the region and are one of the largest academic pediatric dermatology programs in the country.

Special multidisciplinary clinics are held for genetic skin disorders, melanoma, neurocutaneous disorders,  neurofibromatosis/tuberous sclerosis, and complex vascular anomalies. Opportunities exist for performing laser and excisional surgeries, as well as research endeavors. On-going collaboration with in-house subspecialists and ancillary services in infectious disease, rheumatology, allergy and immunology, pathology, radiology, hematology/oncology, nutrition, psychology and plastic surgery.

The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.

Please apply online with CV and cover letter or send to [email protected].

For more information about Children’s Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself, visit cmkc.link/TakeYourPlace.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.  CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.