University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics – Palliative Medicine

Job Title: Open Rank –Assistant or Associate Professor

Position # 00845645– Requisition #39192

Job Summary:

The Section of Pediatric Palliative Medicine was founded in 2022 and boasts a rapidly growing clinical program, with inpatient and outpatient services at a large academic health system, in the freestanding Children’s Hospital Colorado. Consistently, University of Colorado Dept of Pediatrics has been ranked a top 10 academic program in the country, and Children’s Hospital Colorado as a USNWR Top 10 children’s hospital in the country. Within this esteemed system, the section prides itself on passion, innovation, and a flexible growth mindset with aspirational visions of being a top palliative medicine program in the country and is looking for creative leaders in the field to join this incredible team.

Alongside the clinical mission, the section of Pediatric Palliative Medicine is growing our education program, including a pediatric track fellowship program, and an established VitalTalk program, with ample ongoing opportunities to participate in clinical research, QI and advocacy. 

Key Responsibilities:

·         Conduct comprehensive, focused assessment of children and families with palliative care needs.

·         Formulate, implement, monitor, evaluate, and modify palliative care plans and program activities with input from palliative care team and other collaborating care providers.

·         Engage in quality improvement in patent care services and department functions, including evaluating the effectives of the health care delivery system in meeting the health care needs of pediatric palliative care patients and families.

·         Collaboration on system-wide education initiatives within the scope of palliative medicine.

·         Participate in pediatric palliative care research, including quality and performance improvement initiatives.

·         Demonstrate accountability for evaluations of clinical practice, including adherence to organizations, state and national practice standards and codes.

·         Attendance and participation in staff meetings is required.

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. CU Anschutz has top ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. 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.

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 (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/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.

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, or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor:

·         MD or DO

·         Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.

·         Minimum of 2 years of acute care and/or outpatient experience during fellowship or beyond.

·         Sustained clinical experience in pediatric palliative medicine.

·         Colorado license, DEA and BLS will be required prior to start date.

Associate Professor:

·         MD or DO

·         Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.

·         Minimum 5 years of acute care and/or outpatient experience.

·         Sustained clinical experience in pediatric palliative medicine.

·         Colorado license, DEA and BLS will be required prior to start date.

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.

·         Must be willing and able to comply with all onboarding requirements.

·         Colorado license and DEA will be required prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Comfortable working in high census academic setting.

·         Palliative Program Leadership

·         Experience in contributing to program growth in areas of outpatient care and community hospice care.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Knowledge of a variety of management of common pediatric and adolescent medical conditions, in the inpatient/outpatient and home-based hospice settings.

·         Skills in the effective delivery of healthcare via phone and telehealth services.

·         Strong spirit of collaboration and skills in working with an interdisciplinary team.

·         Wide spectrum of knowledge of pediatric disease, pediatric prognostication and pediatric pain/symptom management.

·         Highly skilled in empathic communication.

·         Experience and desire to educate on the principles of pediatric palliative care.

·         Superior organizational and prioritization skills, problem solving, and collaboration skills are necessary.

·         Expertise and training in history and physical examinations and determination of treatment plans necessary.

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: Adam Hill, Adam.Hill@cuanschutz.edu  

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until April 15, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

·         Assistant Professor: $184,000 to $194,108 

·         Associate Professor: $230,000 to $254,106 

The above 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.

Perks & Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/perks/anschutz-medical-campus

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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.