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cook childcare center

Saint Luke's

<div>Job Description
 
 
Job Description 
 
Are you looking for a satisfying cook opportunity where you can work in a team that shares your passion in the kitchen? Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City Child Care Center is looking for a motivated cook to join our Nutrition Service and Child Care team. 
 
Responsibilities: 
<ul><li>
Demonstrating knowledge of how to cook different cuisines; measuring and mixing ingredients according to recipes.</li><li>
Prepping food and meal areas while maintaining sanitation standards.</li><li>
Monitoring equipment inventory control, product rotation, proper labeling, and safe food handling practices.</li><li>
Adaptability to cross train in other areas within the Nutrition Service Department</li></ul> 

The Shift: 
<ul><li>
40 hours per week</li><li>
12 hour shifts + 4 hour shift</li></ul> 
Saint Luke's Child Care Center has supported the mission and vision of Saint Luke's Health System by providing a stimulating and nurturing environment for the children of Health System employees. By being a part of our Childcare Center, you get to be a part of the team that ensures that Saint Luke's is The Best Place to Get Care. The Best Place to Give Care. 
 
We are looking for someone that is excited about working with people and has a positive attitude, strong customer service skills, willingness to work, flexibility, ability to work without any guidance, eager to learn, not afraid to ask questions, can be on your feet all day and a team player. 
 
We provide our employees with the opportunity to grow in the health system, to move into leadership roles within the department or further their careers in new directions still within the health system. We are ideally looking for someone with at least 2 years of cook experience for this position. 
 
Benefits: 
<ul><li>
Health, Vision and Dental</li><li>
Leave of Absence, PTO, and various Welfare plans</li><li>
Retirement Options</li><li>
Career Growth Potential</li><li>
Tuition and Continuing Education Assistance</li><li>
Large team environment</li></ul> 

Job Requirements
 
 
Applicable Experience: 
Less than 1 year 
 
DESE Fingerprint - Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Food Handlers Permit - Various, Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR (Childcare only) - Healthstream 
 
Job Details
 
Full Time 
 
Swing (United States of America) 
 
The best place to get care. The best place to give care . Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter. 
 
Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.</div>

Cook - Childcare Center

La Petite Academy

<div>
 Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:
 
 
 <ul>
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 You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
 </li>
 <li>
 You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
 </li>
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 You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
 </li>
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 You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.
 
 
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 </ul>
 This is more than just a daycare job. It&rsquo;s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive&mdash;and play&mdash;every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We&rsquo;re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.
 
 
 
 As a Lead Teacher, you&rsquo;ll:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Create! Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
 </li>
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 Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
 </li>
 <li>
 Call the shots! Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus be an expert on all licensing guidelines and company standards.
 </li>
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 Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center&rsquo;s success.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
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 The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
 </li>
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 The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
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Lead Teacher

University of Kansas Medical Center

<div><div>Assistant Professor - Non-Invasive Cardiologist</div> 

Department: 
SOM KC Cardiovascular Medicine 
- 
Faculty 
 
Position Title: 
Assistant Professor - Non-Invasive Cardiologist 
 
Job Family Group:
 
Academic 
 
Job Description Summary: 
Tenure track appointments are full-time with an initial probationary period of seven years. Criteria for promotion includes significant achievements in teaching, research/scholarship, and service. The award of tenure is based on potential for sustained contributions, performing beyond expected duties, and demonstrating leadership and innovation in activities that enhance the reputation of the University.
 
 
The Clinical Scholar Track is for full-time faculty members who are heavily involved in clinical service, education, and related scholarship. This track has two career paths: Clinician-Educator concentrating on teaching and Clinician-Investigator for concentrating on research/scholarship. Significant contributions in professional and academic service are required for both paths. 
 
Job Description: 
 
Job Duties 
<ul><li>
Ambulatory management of cardiac patients in the clinic setting. 
</li><li>
Manage the cardiac patient in the inpatient setting. 
</li><li>
Interpret non-invasive imaging studies.</li></ul> 
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 
 
Work Environment: Night and weekend call responsibilities. 
 
Required Qualifications 
 
Certifications: 
<ul><li>
Board certified by ABIM in Internal Medicine and 
</li><li>
Is or will be board certified in cardiovascular disease by ABIM by January 2028.</li></ul> 

Work Experience: 
<ul><li>
Completion of a three-year fellowship in cardiology from an accredited institution. 
</li><li>
Experience in the interpretation of non-invasive imaging studies, including echo and nuclear.</li></ul> 

Preferred Qualifications 
 
Education: Board certified in Cardiovascular Medicine, board certified in Echocardiography, board certified in Nuclear Imaging, board certified in Cardiac CT. 
 
Work Experience: Experience interpreting Cardiac CT &amp; Cardiac MRI. 
 
Skills 
<ul><li>
General clinical cardiology skills</li></ul> 

Required Documents 
<ul><li>
Resume/CV</li></ul> 
If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here. 
 
Comprehensive Benefits Package: 
 
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html 
 
Employee Type:
 
Regular 
 
Time Type:
 
Full time 
 
Application Instructions: 
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Olathe-Medical-Center/Assistant-Professor-Non-Invasive-Cardiologist_JR009289 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR009289. 
 
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered. 
 
About KU Medical Center: 
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu. 
 
Benefits: 
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 
 
The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination 
 
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Assistant Professor - Non-Invasive Cardiologist

The Hilltop at Blue River

<div>POSITION DESCRIPTION

Responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of the maintenance department to ensure environmental center compliance in accordance to Federal, State and Local ordinance, regulations and building codes. Ensures center is maintained in a sanitary, attractive, and orderly condition in good repair, free from hazards such as those caused by electrical, plumbing, ventilation, heating and cool systems. Also responsible for the provision of quality laundry service.

QUALIFICATIONS
<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalency.</li></ul>
<ul><li>One to two years supervisory experience in ac commercial establishment with knowledge of laundry/housekeeping/ maintenance procedures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Minimum of 2 years work experience in long-term care preferred.</li></ul>

RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul><li>Supervises all Environmental Services personnel and daily work in assigned areas throughout center in a way that balances budget, staffing, and resolves interdepartmental personnel issues. Processes and maintains records of accounts payable, supplies received, equipment maintenance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Executes the company&rsquo;s preventative maintenance program, documents all maintenance activities including replacement of parts and materials used as well as fuel supply.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Collaborates with healthcare workers and department leaders to ensure infection prevention and other related environmental requests.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintains electrical and mechanical equipment in good working order, picks up work order requests, establishes work priority, and performs daily rounding inspection of assigned areas to ensure cleanliness.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Checks light bulbs and exit lights and water temperatures, circuit breakers, temperatures of walk in cooler, freezers and call-light system for each room and adjusts accordingly.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensures proper functioning of power generation, time clock, exhaust fans, water fountains, toilets and drains; balances scales and checks operation of elevators regularly.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conducts fire drills; Checks fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and lubricates all fire doors.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Identifies and recommends independent contractors for repairs or maintenance work that is not able to be completed by maintenance crew.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Assist in developing and updating departmental procedures and policies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Supervising the day-to-day maintenance functions of assigned personnel.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Managers the and prepares rooms for discharged or new residents.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintains accurate records of maintenance records and prioritizes and completes projects in a timely manner.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conducts fire drills, smoke detectors, and lubricates all fire doors.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Other responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.</li></ul></div>

Maintenance Director

Children's Center of Southwest Missouri

Position Title: Forensic Interviewer/Child AdvocateSupervisor/Reports to: Executive Director/Program ManagerPosition Description: This position will be capable of conducting forensic interviews of alleged child abuse victims as requested by law enforcement, Children&rsquo;s Division, or the prosecuting attorney. As a forensic interviewer, this person is a neutral party who is called upon to solicit details of the alleged abuse as part of the investigative process. Additionally, the forensic interviewer will offer court testimony regarding best practices in forensic interviewing and expert opinion on the strengths and weaknesses of the child&rsquo;s disclosure.As a Child Advocate, this position will be capable of reducing trauma to alleged abused children and their families. Additionally, this position will advocate for successful case resolution for the child victim and work to empower non-offending significant others. Their primary goal is to provide an advocate for the child who can link families with needed services during the entire investigative process by responding to the emotional and physical needs of the child crime victim.This position cannot be both an advocate and a forensic interviewer for the same case.Hours: As determinedAdvocate Responsibilities:<ul><li>Reduce trauma through the development of positive rapport with the alleged child victim and their families who come to Children&rsquo;s Center for an investigative interview through the development of positive rapport.</li><li>Assist with intake process when child and family enter Children&rsquo;s Center by being a ready, concerned, friendly support.</li><li>Maintain consistent contact with family and others involved in the investigation and follow-up.</li><li>Provide crisis intervention resource information to families and facilitate linkage to appropriate mental health services.</li><li>Monitor and document case progress for Case Review Team monthly meetings and attend Case Review Team Meetings.</li><li>Promote consistency in statistics/case tracking by keeping data updated in the Children&rsquo;s Center database and outcome information.</li><li>Reduce trauma to the child victim and their family by assisting them in understanding the criminal justice system.</li><li>Advocate for successful case resolutions for each child victim.</li><li>Foster open and positive relationships with all agencies involved.</li></ul>Interviewer Responsibilities:<ul><li>Conducts non-biased, fact-finding forensic interviews of alleged child abuse victims.</li><li>Works closely with law enforcement, Children&rsquo;s Division, and the prosecuting attorney in conducting forensic interviews as part of a multidisciplinary team response.</li><li>Assists other professionals conducting interviews at Children&rsquo;s Center through observation and attends the case review team meetings and peer review meetings.</li><li>Routinely testifies in court regarding the forensic interview process.</li><li>Stays current on relevant issues through training and readings.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in a human service field or related area with demonstrated expertise/interest in the field of child abuse is preferred.</li><li>A minimum of three (3) years of direct work experience working with abused children and their families is preferred. A Master&rsquo;s Degree in a human service field will substitute for one year of work experience.</li><li>Working knowledge of dynamics of child abuse.</li><li>Knowledge of law enforcement and the court systems and how to liaison with these systems is preferred.</li><li>Knowledge of the interdisciplinary team approach in the investigation/assessment of child sexual abuse victims and families.</li><li>Familiarity with testifying in criminal and civil court systems is preferred when needed to support the family.</li><li>Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.</li><li>Ability to work with a team and independently.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and ability to manage resource materials.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeExpected hours: No less than 40 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Child Advocate/Forensic Interviewer-Monett

<div><div>Mentor Teacher</div> 

Department: 
Project Eagle 
- 
Educare Leadership 
 
Position Title: 
Mentor Teacher 
 
Job Family Group:
 
Professional Staff 
 
Job Description Summary: 
Project Eagle is an early childhood program focused on preparing children, engaging families, and promoting excellence for children and families in Kansas City, Kansas. Project Eagle provides home-based and center-based services to pregnant women and/or children ages birth to five through a variety of programs, the largest being Early Head Start. Project Eagle is also a member of the Educare Learning Network, part of a national initiative that serves as a platform for broader change, inspiring high-quality programs in communities, improving public policies within each state, and demonstrating a comprehensive approach to the first five years of life and learning.
 
 
The Mentor Teacher facilitates full and effective implementation of Project Eagle/Educare of Kansas City's Core Features and evidence-based instructional practices to continuously improve teaching and learning with the aim of accelerating children's learning, development and school readiness outcomes. Mentor Teachers provide teacher leadership in the 1) design, delivery and coordination of intensive professional development; 2) education program development; 3) facilitation of multidisciplinary collaboration; and 4) administrative support. 
 
Job Description: 
 
Job Duties 
 
Professional Development 
 
Mentor Teachers promote a culture of collaboration and structure contexts for professional reflection, inquiry and learning. They coordinate or facilitate group-based professional development strategies for teachers to work collaboratively to share reflections, examine practice, solve application challenges, manage conflict and promote continuous learning and improvement in professional practice and child outcomes. 
<ul><li>
Team Lesson Planning - Schedule and protect time for regular collaboration among the teaching team to review data, reflect on children's progress and teaching practices, and plan for interaction, instruction, and family engagement. 
</li><li>
Reflective Practice Groups/Communities of Practice - Facilitate or coordinate reflective practice groups or communities of practice for teachers to engage in shared reflection, inquiry, and professional learning. 
</li><li>
Coaching - Implement with Classroom Teachers formal cycles of reflective-content-based coaching (planning conversation, observation, reflecting conversation) to support the transfer of knowledge and improvements into practice. 
</li><li>
Reflective Supervision - Provide Classroom Teachers with reflective supervision to support, develop, and evaluate their performance through a process of inquiry that encourages their understanding and articulation of the rationale for their own practices.</li></ul> 
Education Program Development 
 
Lead and coordinate Project Eagle/Educare of Kansas City's education program for children ages birth to three or three to five, including implementation of the following core features and evidence-based practices: 
<ul><li>
Ensure that research-based, comprehensive curricula are in place, and that alignment of early learning standards, curricula/outcome goals, formative assessments, and instructional strategies. 
</li><li>
Ensure teacher-child interactions and instruction is responsive, intentional and developmentally appropriate to ensure children are provided socially supportive, organized and instructionally meaningful interactions to support their development (i.e., social-emotional, physical, cognitive and language) and learning (i.e., literacy, math, science, technology, social studies and arts). 
</li><li>
Use of child screening, assessment, and progress data to inform lesson planning, individualization, and the intensification of instruction in the areas of oral language, dual language and literacy development and skills; social-emotional and self-regulation development and skills; and numeracy and problem-solving skills; and 
</li><li>
Primary caregiving and continuity of care.</li></ul> 

Multidisciplinary Work and Collaboration 
 
Facilitates multidisciplinary work and collaboration among the education program/staff and other program areas/staff, including: 
<ul><li>
Participate in the Research Program Partnership and processes of continuous quality improvement and, in conjunction with the Local Evaluation Partner, ensuring completion of child screenings and assessments and coordination of timely feedback to teaching teams. 
</li><li>
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and participates in efforts to engage and involve parents with the program, staff and child development and learning. 
</li><li>
Participate in Child and Family Reviews and, in conjunction with the Family Support Supervisor, ensure Child and Family Review plans are followed and progress monitored. 
</li><li>
Collaborate with the Mental Health Consultant and Disabilities Coordinator to facilitate referrals for Special Education eligibility and implement plans for mental health strategies to be utilized in the classroom. 
</li><li>
Participate with Family Support staff to run Co-Case Management meetings with Teachers, Family Support staff and other support staff or outside agencies (i.e., mental health, disabilities) to plan and implement targeted and intensive interventions for children displaying challenging behaviors.</li></ul> 

Administrative Support 
<ul><li>
Ensure all Early/Head Start performance standards, Educare core features, state and local licensing requirements, and other funder requirements related to education are met. 
</li><li>
Monitor and ensure education plans and other required documentation for children and classroom are completed. 
</li><li>
Participate in the development of program policies, service delivery plans, and ongoing monitoring of program quality. 
</li><li>
Ensure all assigned program area reports are completed and submitted on a timely basis. 
</li><li>
Ensure all confidential information is protected. 
</li><li>
Participate on interview committees for open teaching positions. 
</li><li>
Complete Teacher performance appraisals.</li></ul> 
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 
 
Anticipated Salary - $ 58,656
 
 
Required Qualifications 
 
Education: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related field.
 
 
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations. 
 
Certifications:
 
<ul><li>CPR and First Aid Certified within 30 days of employment 
</li><li>
Center Program Director Certification.</li></ul> 

Work Experience: 
<ul><li>
Five years of teaching or consulting experience in center-based programs serving infants and toddlers.
 
</li><li>Experience with early childhood curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices for infants and toddlers. 
</li>
Experience working with children and families from various backgrounds. 
<li>
 
</li></ul> 
 
Preferred Qualifications 
 
Education: Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related field. 
 
Certifications: Early childhood teaching certification.
 
 
Work Experience: 
<ul><li>
One year of experience as a supervisor or administrator in an Early Childhood Education program.
 
</li><li>Experience developing and implementing early childhood education programs. 
</li><li>
Experience working in an Early Head Start Center-based program.
 
</li><li>Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards as evidenced by application materials. 
</li><li>
Experience working with early intervention and children with special needs.
 
</li><li>Experience using assessment tools to measure children's development.
 
</li><li>Experience using assessment data for instructional purposes.
 
</li>Experience with research partnerships. 
<li>
 
</li></ul> 
 
Languages: Bilingual English/Spanish.
 
 
Skills 
<ul><li>
Collaboration. 
</li><li>
Communication skills. 
</li><li>
Interpersonal skills.</li></ul> 

Required Documents 
<ul><li>
Resume 
</li><li>
Cover Letter</li></ul> 

Comprehensive Benefits Package: 
 
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html 
 
Employee Type:
 
Regular 
 
Time Type:
 
Full time 
 
Rate Type:
 
Salary 
 
Compensation Statement: 
 
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
 
 
Pay Range: 
$58,656.00 - $86,000.00 
Minimum 
$58,656.00 
Midpoint 
$72,328.00 
Maximum 
$86,000.00 
 
Application Instructions: 
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Mentor-Teacher_JR009347 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR009347. 
 
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered. 
 
About KU Medical Center: 
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu. 
 
Benefits: 
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 
 
The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination 
 
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Mentor Teacher

Children's Mercy Hospitals & Clinics

<div>Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!:
<div>
Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children&rsquo;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 &amp; World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.</div><div></div><div> 
Children&rsquo;s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City &ndash; 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&rsquo;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.</div>
Overview:
<div>
The Ward Family Heart Center at Children&rsquo;s Mercy Kansas City seeks a board-certified/board-eligible Pediatric Cardiologist to join the Advanced Cardiac Therapies and Transplant (ACTT) Team at the assistant or associate professor level. Applicants should have advanced fellowship training in Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support, and Transplantation. Additional interest in cardio-oncology would be preferred. Trainees in their final year are welcome to apply.</div><div></div><div> 
The successful candidate will join an existing ACTT team of 3 Cardiologists, 1 Advanced Practice Provider, 4 Nurse Coordinators, 1 Pharmacist, 2 Dieticians, and 1 Social Worker. The ACTT program provides comprehensive care to children with all types and severities of heart failure within the Midwest region and beyond. Established in 2014, the ACTT program at Children&rsquo;s Mercy has grown to average 8-10 transplants annually including multi-organ transplantation, and the Pediatric VAD program incorporates the full breadth of durable and temporary support devices with an average of 3-5 VAD implants annually. The transplant program ranks among the top in the country with 100% 90-day and one-year survival rates and outcomes that consistently exceed national benchmarks.</div><div></div><div> 
The candidate will provide inpatient and outpatient care to children with acquired or inherited cardiomyopathy, heart failure related to cardiomyopathy or congenital heart disease, and patients pre- and post-transplant. Inpatient care includes co-management with intensivists in a dedicated Cardiac ICU and care as the primary attending on the ACTT floor service. Outpatient clinics are multidisciplinary in nature and are located at Children&rsquo;s Mercy Hospital campus in Kansas City. There are ample opportunities for clinical/translational research as well as teaching (medical students, residents and Pediatric Cardiology fellows). Salary and academic rank are commensurate with experience. The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.</div> 
Clinical Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Provide comprehensive care for infants, children and adolescents with advanced heart failure, including pre- and post-transplant.</li><li>
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, advanced practice providers, nurse coordinators, pharmacists, and social workers.</li><li>
Participate in inpatient and outpatient consults, follow-up clinics, on-call coverage and transplant selection.</li></ul><div>
The Ward Family Heart Center at Children&rsquo;s Mercy includes 45 cardiologists (40 in Kansas City, 2 in Wichita, KS, 2 in Springfield, MO and 1 in Topeka, KS), 4 Cardiothoracic surgeons, and over 30 APNs serving a population of over 5 million in the heart of the U.S.A. We perform over 500 cardiac operations, 600 cardiac catheterizations including over 200 invasive EP procedures, 18,000 outpatient visits, and more than 20,000 echocardiograms annually. Our two state-of the art catheterization labs are both hybrid labs and equipped with the latest 3D imaging and EP technology. Telehealth is available and facilitates our outreach clinics. We have video-conferencing capabilities that are routinely used by providers from distant locations for patient care and education alike. In 2022, the Ward Family Heart Center program was ranked #19 nationally by USNWR.</div><div></div><div> 
Our cardiac sub-specialty resources include Electrophysiology (which includes Clinical EP, pacing and Genetic Arrhythmia), Interventional Cardiology and Advanced Cardiac Imaging (fetal echo, 3D echo, trans-esophageal echo, CT, MRI, virtual reality-based studies, and 3D printing). We also provide specialized, team-based care in Fetal Cardiology (with on-site delivery services for high-risk neonates), Interstage Monitoring (CHAMP), Preventive Cardiology, Cardiac Genetics, Cardio-oncology, Single Ventricle Survivorship, Pulmonary Hypertension, a dedicated POTS clinic and Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Services.</div><div></div><div> 
The Brendan Tripp Elam Transplant Center at Children&rsquo;s Mercy Kansas City is a nationally recognized program providing heart, liver, and kidney transplantation for children. Beyond the clinical excellence in our heart transplant program, Its heart transplant program ranks among the top in the country, with 100% 90-day and one-year survival rates and outcomes that consistently exceed national benchmarks. The team specializes in complex cases, including single-ventricle physiology, and offers advanced mechanical circulatory support such as ventricular assist devices (VAD) and ECMO. In addition to heart transplants, the center performs high volumes of liver and kidney transplants, including living-donor and multi-organ procedures some of the shortest pediatric liver wait times in the nation. This integrated, multidisciplinary Transplant Center combines exceptional clinical care with research, education, and innovation to deliver comprehensive transplant services for children and families.</div><div></div><div> 
Please apply online with CV and Cover Lette or send to physicianjobs@cmh.edu</div><div></div><div> 
For additional information please contact:</div>
David Sutcliffe, MD
Transplant Medical Director
(816) 302-3594
dlsutcliffe@cmh.edu<div></div><div> 
Brian Birnbaum, MD 
Interim Co-Director, Ward Family Heart Center</div><div>
Phone (816) 302-3608</div><div>
bfbirnbaum@cmh.edu</div><div></div><div> 
Rachel Detwiler</div><div>
Senior Department Administrator, Ward Family Heart Center</div><div>
rldetwiler1@cmh.edu</div><div></div><div> 
For more information about Children&rsquo;s Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself, visit cmkc.link/TakeYourPlace.</div><div></div><div> 
At Children&rsquo;s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.</div><div></div><div> 
Additionally, it&rsquo;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&rsquo;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.</div>
EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:
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Children&rsquo;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&rsquo;s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.</div><div></div><div> 
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&rsquo;s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.</div><div></div><div> 
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.</div></div><div></div>

Pediatric Transplant Cardiologist

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