Assistant Professor - Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department of Anesthesiology - Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology

Job Title: Assistant Professor - Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Position #00805205: - Requisition #28469:

Job Summary:

The Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology has an opening for a full-time Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist at the faculty rank of Assistant 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 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.

The primary clinical site for this position is Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO). This premier hospital, which has been ranked among top five in the country for almost two decades, is a 553-bed tertiary care children's hospital located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. CHCO has a level IV NICU and is the only level 1 pediatric trauma center in Colorado. With 4 hospitals, 16 network of care locations and more than 500 outreach clinics in over 29 cities, the CHCO network serves the children of Colorado and surrounding regions. In service of CHCO, the Section is made up of a multidisciplinary team of highly trained pediatric anesthesia experts that carries out more than 27,000 anesthesia procedures per year, specializing in the unique needs of children undergoing surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

The attending pediatric cardiac 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.

As an attending pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist, the position may be required to perform these services in the operating room, in the labor and delivery area, in radiology, and in the outpatient procedure center. Participation in the cardiac anesthesia call team is expected, and includes weekday, weekend and holiday call coverage. In addition, the pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist will be part of the St. Joseph's neonatal call team and cover neonatal surgeries at St. Josephs Hospital (level IV nursery).

As a faculty member of the School of Medicine, the position is 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.

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

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

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.

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado by effective hire date.
• American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) Certified, ABA Board Eligible, or possess certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
• Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Anesthesiology.
• Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiology (one year).

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology is highly desirable and expected within two years of employment.
• Experience teaching Anesthesiology.
• Currently working as a dedicated pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesiology and Peri-operative Medicine.
• Strong working and theoretical knowledge of congenital cardiac anesthesiology.
• Strong work ethic and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team in the Heart Institute at Children's Hospital Colorado.

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. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to: Ashley Newton ASHLEY.A.NEWTON@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply immediately.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$345,000-$370,000

• Additional compensation available for pediatric cardiac training
• Variable compensation paid separately at a targeted range of $50,000-$100,000 annually

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:

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