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.

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Children’s Mercy is offering a summer research experience to 2 medical students with an interest in orthopedic surgery. This program allows the students to build critical skills to be a successful clinician, through education about and participation in the research process. Additionally, this program allows promising medical students to the exposure to the fields of pediatric and adolescent orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. The research projects performed address important clinical questions that affect the musculoskeletal health of the children and adolescent patients.

Goals

• Provide education and experience in the depth and breadth of the research process early in the student’s career.
• Provide clinical experience and knowledge of orthopedic surgery and sports medicine.
• Provide experience that supports the student to enter competitive residency programs.
• Provide mentorship with an academic staff member(s).
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and research among our trainees and professional staff.
• Support and encourage the pursuit of orthopedic surgery as a career for women and underrepresented minorities.

At Children’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.

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.

Research projects. In order to experience the entirety of the research process required for project completion, each summer scholar will work on a minimum of 2 projects:

1. Retrospective study which has had IRB approval prior to arrival. Data collection and statistical analysis will be performed with the goal of an abstract prepared for submission. Completion of manuscript is encouraged but not required.
2. Second project will involve a literature search, project development and IRB submission.
3. Additional projects as time allows.

Teamwork. The key to successful research is teamwork! Scholars will be dedicated to specific projects and will be paired with a resident or fellow on each research project, in addition to a faculty member. Expect to work together as a team during their time at Children’s Mercy Hospital toward project completion.

Weekly structure. In addition to participation in individual research projects, the scholars will have various opportunities for research and orthopedic education. This includes a recorded lecture series on various research topics, orthopedic didactic teaching sessions for residents, clinical exposure through shadowing in both the clinic and the operating room.

Mentors. The student will work with several mentors on staff in the Children’s Mercy Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Department. A project will be a collaborative effort between the student, resident and the mentor.

Eligible students. Medical students who have completed their first year of medical school and are in good standing, from both allopathic and osteopathic schools are eligible. Students from outside of the Kansas City area are considered and encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will be motivated, intellectually curious, diverse in experiences of community service and leadership and work well with a team.

Program duration. The summer scholar positions are aimed at the time between the first and second year of medical school, with the expectation of 8-10 weeks of participation. 30 hours/week is required or a comparable amount of time during the summer between May and August. Project start dates will generally be May 15, based upon completion date of the academic year.

The recipient of this  will receive a $3,000 stipend to cover living and travel (if necessary) expenses for the summer.

Submission of application:

• CV
• Essay expressing experience and/or interest in program

Please send required documents to:

Julie Aust
Senior Talent Recruiter 
jaaust@cmh.edu 

816-560-5912

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $15.00/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

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 all are 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 diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. 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, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.