Open Rank- Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

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Department : Anesthesiology, Pediatric Division of Anesthesiology

Job Title : Open Rank- Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor

Position #00827013 - Requisition #34765

Job Summary :

The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology has an opening for a full-time Pediatric Anesthesiologist at the faculty rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor.

The chief responsibility of the department is to assure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical operations, painful invasive and diagnostic procedures.

The primary clinical sites for this position are the Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) hospitals located in the Denver Metro region.

This premier hospital system, which has been highly ranked among pediatric hospitals for almost two decades, is a 600-bed tertiary care system, located along the front range of the Rocky Mountains.

The flagship hospital is on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado with a level IV NICU and Level 1 pediatric trauma capabilities.

Key Responsibilities :

The attending pediatric anesthesiologist administers care alone or supervises physicians-in-training (residents), certified registered nurse anesthetists and certified anesthesiologist assistants.

When working alone, he / she examines the patient before and after anesthesia, writes pre and post anesthesia orders, confirms that the patient is ready for anesthesia before induction, manages the anesthetic period, and follows patient as long as is appropriate in the post anesthesia period.

The position is full-time and will be assigned clinical duties in the Children's Hospital Colorado system.

The candidate must have a strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesiology and Peri-operative Medicine as well as experience in teaching Anesthesiology.

To be considered for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, the candidate will have completed ACGME fellowship training in clinical pediatric anesthesiology.

As an attending pediatric anesthesiologist, the candidate may be required to perform these services in the operating room, radiology, and in the outpatient procedure center.

As faculty members of the School of Medicine, candidates are also expected to contribute to the teaching needs of the Department and the School.

This may include, but is not limited to preparing and delivering lectures, serving as a preceptor, and providing one-on-one instruction.

Attending anesthesiologists, as faculty members, are also expected to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the specialty by way of clinical or laboratory research.

Work Location : Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us :

The University of Colorado School of Medicine and the Department of Anesthesiology is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative education, science, medicine, and healthcare.

As a nationally recognized leader in the field, the Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology is made up of a multidisciplinary team of highly trained pediatric anesthesia experts who are dedicated to taking care of patients, taking care of each other, and shaping the field of Pediatric Anesthesiology.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

• Best in class health insurance options
• Automatically-vested retirement plan - 5% employee contribution; 10% employer match
• Four voluntary retirement plans above and beyond standard retirement plan (voluntary plans are employee-contribution only and are not matched by the University)
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability options
• Tuition assistance for employee and dependent(s)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• ECO pass (unlimited monthly public transportation service - cost dependent on parking plan)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 11+ paid holidays / year
• Four weeks paid parental leave; up to six months of parental leave allowed
• Wellness resources inclusive of a Department-employed Clinical Wellbeing Psychologist, who is a free and confidential resource to all Department faculty and staff

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.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications : Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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

Assistant Professor :

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
• All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

Associate Professor :

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
• All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
• To be hired at the rank of Associate Professor, must meet the SOM's requirements for that rank.

Professor :

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado.
• All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
• To be hired at the rank of Professor, must meet the SOM's requirements for that rank.

Preferred Qualifications :

Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology is highly desirable and expected within 2 years of employment.

How to Apply :

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

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• 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 : Ashley Newton [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins : This is an open-ended posting used to recruit multiple candidates throughout the year.

We will contact candidates when there is an opening.

Anticipated Pay Range : The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as :

Assistant Professor - $335,000 - $360,000

Associate Professor - $385,000

Professor - $410,000

Variable compensation paid separately

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

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.

ADA Statement : The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.

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.

Vaccination Statement : CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases.

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