Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant to Associate Professor

Job Summary:

Full time position in the Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine. Clinical responsibilities take place at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Anschutz campus, the Children's Hospital of Colorado Network of Care and in the well-baby nurseries and NICU's at community hospitals.

The Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Children's Hospital Colorado is rapidly expanding, with the recruitment of some of the nation's best and brightest pediatric hospitalists. As we expand our academic, quality improvement, and educational programs, we continue to provide expert inpatient medical care for children throughout Colorado, and beyond.

Our hospitalists offer 24 hours a day, seven days a week pediatric hospitalist services at all Children's Colorado campuses and our partners with many other hospitals. We aim to provide:

• exemplary family-centered care to our patients and families
• seamless communication to referring community providers
• a focus on educating fellows, residents, medical students, and advance practice provider students in the field of general pediatric hospital medicine
• scholarship in all areas that impact inpatient pediatric care

All of our faculty members bring a strong clinical focus, while many pursue research in education and clinical hospital medicine. Our faculty also serve in administrative capacities for the University, Children's Hospital, and our partner hospitals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Care of pediatric patients admitted to general pediatric wards or observation units at the Children's Hospital Colorado and its Network of Care.
• Care of patients admitted to the surgical co-management hospitalist service.
• Serving in the role of "Safety Officer" for inpatients, including responding to deteriorating patients on the acute care medical/surgical units.
• Serving in the role of "Safety Officer" for inpatients, including responding to deteriorating patients on the acute care medical/surgical units.
• You will be expected to spend several days each month tending to non-clinical duties such as teaching, quality improvement/research and administrative obligations. Administrative responsibilities may include input into hospital and clinic systems, committee works and projects aimed at improving the hospital medicine service and clinical mission.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in the Denver Metro Area, Colorado

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

• BC/BE in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine.
• Completion of pediatric residency training and/or a minimum of 0-3 years of experience in general pediatrics or hospital medicine.

Sr. Instructor:

• BC/BE in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine.
• Completion of pediatric residency training and/or a minimum of 1-5 years of experience in general pediatrics or hospital medicine.

Assistant/Associate Professor:

• BC/BE in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine.
• Completion of pediatric residency training and/or a minimum of 1-8 years of experience in general pediatrics or hospital medicine.
• Proven administrative experience in the field of pediatric hospital medicine.
• Sustained clinical experience in pediatric hospital medicine.

Condition of Employment:

* Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado

* Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Hospital Medicine.
• Experience in newborn care and NICU.
• Demonstrated leadership and accomplishments in complex organizational environments.
• Documented vision and success in building clinical programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• The applicant should be able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to be well-organized and efficient in their work and be able to prioritize patient and system needs appropriately.
• The applicant should be highly committed to quality improvement, family centered care, and evidence-based practice.
• Proven administrative and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to interface with learners, faculty, health care teams, administrators, community organizations and donors.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Jennifer.Reese@ChildrensColorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 12/1/24.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $175,000 to $183,346

Sr. Instructor: $175,000 to $183,346

Assistant Professor: $183,285 to $195,614

Associate Professor: $211,200 to $226,214

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.