Healthcare jobs in Lawrence, KS

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    Pet Sitter

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    Nanny / Babysitter

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    Senior care provider

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Healthcare job opportunities in Lawrence

With a population of nearly 300,000 and located in the eastern part of the state, Lawrence is the sixth-largest city in Kansas. The city has a diverse economy with healthcare being one of its major industries. There are many job opportunities in healthcare in Lawrence.

Healthcare jobs in Lawrence, KS
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The largest employers in Lawrence are the University of Kansas, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, and Haskell Indian Nations University. Other notable employers include Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center, Stormont Vail Health Care (Topeka), and Kaw Valley Engineering (Kansas City).

The University of Kansas is a leading research institution and teaching hospital that offers a wide range of healthcare job opportunities. The hospital has more than 1,000 beds and is a level I trauma center. It is also home to the KU School of Medicine which trains future doctors and medical researchers.

Lawrence Memorial Hospital is a not-for-profit community hospital that serves patients from all over Douglas County. The hospital has more than 500 beds and provides a full range of medical services including emergency care, cancer treatment, heart care, women's health services, and surgery.

Haskell Indian Nations University is a tribal university located in Lawrence that offers degrees in health sciences and nursing. The university also operates a clinic which provides free or low-cost medical care to members of the Native American community.