Description
School of Medicine-Department of Anesthesiology 
Instructor (CAA) & Associate Program Director
Master of Science Program

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Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.
•  Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university serving more than 28,000 students in metropolitan Denver and online. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado public institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer 119 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is well known for its distinctive and highly productive research programs, its world-class health facilities at the Anschutz Medical Campus and its well-established partnerships in business, industry and government. These campuses currently have over $400 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at our Anschutz Medical Campus, a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver. Denver is one of America’s most vibrant urban centers and the downtown campus, located just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District, affords our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Colorado has an opening for a full-time Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to serve as the Associate Program Director of the University of Colorado Master of Science in Anesthesiology Program (60% Instructor/CAA & 40% Associate Program Director). The chief responsibility of the department is to assure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical operations, painful invasive procedures, and childbirth. Additionally, the Associate Program Director directly reports to and supports the Program Director for the Master of Science Program in assuring compliance with the standards and guidelines as defined by CAAHEP, the ARC-AA, and the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

The University of Colorado affiliated hospitals have top nationally-recognized physicians delivering the best possible anesthetic care as well as a full range of perioperative care.

Duties of the Instructor (CAA) include, but are not limited to:

• Administer patient care under the supervision and medical direction of an attending Anesthesiologist to include all levels of care
• Provide direct patient care daily, including:
• Monitoring of patient vital signs
• Conducting patient assessments
• Overseeing patient safety before, during, and after surgery
• Titrating anesthetic gases to patient vital signs
• Transfusing blood products
• Fluid management
• Administering narcotics
• Placing invasive monitors (central lines, arterial lines, etc.)

Document preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care appropriate to the case

Cooperate with the requirements of the Department’s quality assurance review process

Work shifts at any of the University-affiliated hospitals (UCH Anschutz, Highlands Ranch, Cherry Creek, Inverness, etc.) to which an individual will be assigned by the scheduler and/or the APP Co-Chiefs

Work shifts of various length and complexity, sometimes up to 24 hours straight, including nights, weekends, and various call shifts. Note: some shifts, such as night and weekend call shifts, require the ability to work more independently, with less attending supervision, than others and may require the CAA to be called in from home multiple times for emergent OR cases.

Appropriately handle and administer controlled substances such as fentanyl, dilaudid, midazolam, propofol etc. Note: some locations, such as Highlands Ranch Hospital, do not have a centralized pharmacy for returning and wasting of controlled substances and instead use a witness system.

Work and function in a care team model to formulate anesthetic plan for best patient outcomes. This model requires great communication before, during, and after each anesthetic.

Duties of the Associate Program Director include, but are not limited to:

Administrative

• Provide support for the Program Director in his/her duties as described by the various CAAHEP program and accreditation requirements
• Work closely with Program Leadership to determine:
• Areas of opportunity for strategic programmatic growth
• Support curriculum and educational development
• Resource needs

Assist Program Director in determining and monitoring ongoing Program objectives, priorities and budgets

Participate in Curriculum Committee and curricular innovation

Review student applications and conduct interviews with applicants as a member of the Admissions Committee

Coordinate activities to ensure stated program goals are achieved

Provide regular updates to the Program Director regarding student clinical performance, ensuring he/she is consistently aware of the clinical standing of each student

Assist Program Coordinators with prospective student inquiries regarding academic requirements and programmatic fit

Educational

• Ensure student performance on NCCAA board certification examination remains at or above the national average
• Develop and implement clinical training goals and objectives
• Ensure the provision of appropriate opportunities to gain clinical competencies and maintain program standards as approved by the Program Director
• Ensure educational adequacy at outside training sites and monitor student progress and clinical experience at those sites
• Assist the Program Director in developing and maintaining clinical rotation training sites
• Develop metrics to evaluate success of clinical curricula
• Directly oversee student clinical evaluations, competencies, and progress
• Inform Program Leadership of any clinical concerns and collaborate to develop remediation policies when needed

Serve as main contact for all students and faculty regarding clinical concerns

Manage clinical assignments of all students rotating at UCH

Collaborate with “offsite” specialty rotations to convey student goals and expectations as well as coordinate a schedule that is appropriate for all involved

Work with hospital leadership and staff to assess various learning needs and competency gaps 

Participate in leading senior seminar sessions, literature reviews, and professional development discussions.

Leadership/Development

• Assist the Program Director and Medical Director in promoting instructor development
• Provide oversight for clinical faculty specific to clinical curriculum development, implementation and educational objectives
• Collaborate with clinical faculty in regards to their evaluations and student feedback
• Facilitate regular instructor meetings to provide feedback on student performance and updates on expectations

Advise, teach, and mentor students to instill sound professionalism and work ethic.

Attend conferences and workshops to enhance knowledge and experience regarding educating AA students

Remain competent and current through self-directed professional efforts and demonstrate knowledge of environmental and cultural issues that influence the Program and AA practice

Salary and Benefits:

The hiring salary is $165,000-$200,000.  This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

University of Colorado Denver | 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 checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

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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.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please contact hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu for information on disability accommodations

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

The University of Colorado Denver | 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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | 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.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Successful completion of an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant programActive certification by the NCCAA with ongoing re-certification as required (currently every two years).  A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Leadership and education experience is preferred in consideration of the Associate Program Director role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Honest and ethicalReliable, conscientious, and responsible Able to learn from experienceAble to react to stressful situations in an appropriate manner Maintains proper professional decorumAbility to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and additional members of the health care team.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, nurses, and other hospital employees in the workplace. Ability to recognize self-limitations and request assistance if needed
• Excellent problem solving and conflict mediation skills

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jul 29, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing