Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hospital Medicine

Children’s Hospital Colorado – Colorado Springs Campus

Instructor 

Positions #00788264 & #00789187 – Requisition #22600

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

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

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 Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hospital Medicine has an opening for two full-time Instructor positions. 

Nature of Work:

• Full time position in the Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine. Clinical responsibilities would primarily take place at Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Colorado Springs campus.  Some clinical time may also be in the Children’s Hospital of Colorado Network of Care and in the well-baby nurseries and NICU’s at community hospitals.

Professional Field:

• Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Supervision Received:

• Dr. Jennifer Reese, Section Head
• Dr. D. David Scudamore, Director of Inpatient Medicine for the Network of Care
• Dr. Tracey Clark, Director of Hospitalist Medicine | Children’s Hospital Colorado - Colorado Springs

Supervision Exercised:

• Residents, interns, advanced practice providers and medical students

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Position Emphasis: 

• Proctoring, supervising or teaching students, residents or trainees in a clinical setting.
• Care of pediatric patients admitted to general pediatric wards or observation units at the Children’s Hospital Colorado – Colorado Springs and its Network of Care.
• Care of well newborns and newborns admitted to Level 2 NICU.
• Routine newborn circumcision, lumbar puncture, procedural sedation.
• Clinical coverage for a 1.0 cFTE hospitalist position is 166 day-time shifts. The shift differential at night is 1.75. Shifts will be served on day service with nocturnist, minimum two per month, and swing shifts required throughout the year. There will be some reasonable seasonal variation in the number of hours worked per week and the actual hours of necessary coverage.
• Providers are required to take up to three Jeopardy shifts on average each month. If called in on Jeopardy, full credit will be given as a shift worked and moonlighting pay will be given, or it will be deducted from your yearly clinal requirement. Your clinical hours will include major and minor holidays.
• Due to the multiple facilities within the CHCO NOC at which Hospitalist services are provided, you may be required to provide care at a site other than the usual site of practice. Notification of the need to provide care at an alternative site will be made as soon as possible. Orientation to a new site of practice will be provided by the site medical director or their designee.
• Become certified for Procedural Sedation per CHCO guidelines.
• You are required to complete EPIC training to achieve proficiency in charting with the EMR. You will also comply with all CHCO and CU Medicine rules regarding timely and accurate documentation in the EPIC EMR.
• Practitioner is expected to comply with annual PRISM evaluation process.
• 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 work and projects aimed at improving the hospital medicine service and clinical mission.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $148,000 to $163,900.

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:

Board Certified/Board Eligible (BC/BE) in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital MedicineCompletion of pediatric residency training and/or a minimum of 1-5 years of experience in general pediatrics or hospital medicine

Conditions 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

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.

Competencies: 

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Hospital Medicine
• Experience in newborn care and NICU
• Sustained clinical experience in pediatric hospital medicine
• Demonstrated leadership and accomplishments in complex organizational environments
• Documented vision and success in building clinical programs

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Sep 10, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing