Assistant Professor

University of Colorado


Assistant Professor  30519 
Faculty 

Description

 

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics – Section of Emergency Medicine

Job Title: Assistant Professor

Position #: 00755842  Requisition #: 30519

Job Summary:

Provide clinical coverage in a mixed shift model (days, evenings, weekends, and holidays) for the emergency department. Ability to cover shifts in all emergency department facilities is required as pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) faculty. 

The purpose of this position (Associate Director of Resuscitation) is to ensure the provision of the highest quality of care for all patients receiving care in the Children’s Hospital Colorado’s (CHCO) resuscitation bays, with a specific focus on airway interventions. This purpose is realized primarily through sustained commitment to the  Resuscitation Committee (RC). The RC is the multidisciplinary group responsible for quality assurance, safety, research, and peer review/educational programs related to the care of patients in our resuscitation bays.   Dedicated to fellow and faculty airway and resuscitative procedural education. Deliver training sessions to PEM faculty and fellows. 

Associate Director, Resuscitation:

1. To ensure the care provided to all ill patients in the resuscitation bays is of the highest quality and level of safety.

2. Co-chair of the RC, with primary responsibility for all of its efforts and programs.

3. Directly supervise and support the Resuscitation Committee members 

4. Develop and oversee a comprehensive system of data collection for all medically ill patients cared for in the resuscitation bays, with a specific focus on airway interventions, in order to provide an accurate description of the care provided and to inform scholarly, educational, and quality improvement efforts. Sources for this system will include:

a.  resuscitative airway medical database development and maintenance

b. Safety reports

c. Chart and video review

d. In situ simulations in the resuscitation bays

5. Maintain, monitor, and improve the medical video review (video assisted debrief) and M&M conferences

6. Direct and improve the RC in situ simulation program, in collaboration with the Director of the Resuscitation

7. Develop, implement, and maintain RC evidence-based treatment algorithms.

8. Implement a provider performance evaluation and feedback system for care provided to critically ill children in the resuscitation bays

9. Scholarly output: clinical and quality improvement research on medically ill patients cared for in the STS, as lead investigators or in collaboration with other investigators, with a focus on airway interventions

10. Provide recommendations for acquisition of state of the art resuscitation equipment and consult with the environmental coordinator on maintenance and upgrades to existing resuscitation equipment

11. Represent Emergency Medicine/Services on hospital-wide committees that are directly involved with resuscitative care (i.e., equipment selection, protocol/guideline development, etc.).

12. Consult with ED leadership and Trauma Services on the long-term structure/function of the resuscitation bays and be significantly involved with planning for any construction in or renovation of the resuscitation bays.

13. Actively participate in review of any serious safety event that occurs in the resuscitation bays, in collaboration with ED leadership, legal services and other experts as appointed in the process. 

Why Join Us:

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. The Department of Pediatrics was ranked No. 7 in the nation for “Best Medical Schools – Pediatrics” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 rankings. 

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. 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. 

  • MD or DO degree
  • Completed an accredited residency in Pediatrics or combined Medicine-Pediatrics
  • Board Certified or eligible in Pediatrics
  • Active certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Active Colorado Medical License
  • Active Colorado State DEA License 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2 or more years’ experience in pediatric acute care environment (OR completing a Pediatric Residency program with significant experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care and electives and/or extra-clinical activities that demonstrate clear interest in pediatric urgent care)
  • Experience teaching medical students and residents 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge:

  • Experience working with residents in a clinical/educational environment
  • Advanced understanding of pediatric disease and injury patterns
  • Understanding of and familiarity with resources to assist in making clinical decisions and diagnosis 

Skills:

  • Use of electronic medical record (EPIC)
  • Teaching of medical learners
  • Effectively and respectfully field calls from referring physicians to facilitate referral to site appropriate for presenting problem/service requested and transport to site

Abilities:

  • Interpretation of plain radiographs
  • Foreign body removal
  • Laceration repair, including vermillion border and nail bed repair (some advanced techniques can be learned on job)
  • Incision and drainage
  • Reduction of minor digit fractures or joint dislocations (can be learned on job)
  • Nerve blocks
  • Lumbar puncture
  • IV fluid management of electrolyte and endocrine derangements
  • Acute respiratory care
  • Intubation (ongoing yearly skills training mandatory)
  • Pediatric resuscitation (must maintain PALS certification and complete required annual mock resuscitations)

 

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

Questions should be directed to: Nathanael Dietrich, [email protected]

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

 

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

 $217,999.

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 [email protected] ​.

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 .  

The University of Colorado 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. 

 

Qualifications

 
 
  
      Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References 
    
Job Category
: Faculty 
Primary Location
: Aurora 
Department: U0001 — DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS  20989 – SOM-PEDS EMERGENCY MED-GENOPS 
Schedule
: Full-time 
Posting Date
: Jul 12, 2023 
Unposting Date
: Jul 18, 2023, 1:59:00 AM 
Posting Contact Name: Nathanael Dietrich 
Posting Contact Email: [email protected] 
Position Number: 00755842

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