Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic, patient-centered, board certified/eligible sleep psychologist to be a part of our expanding and dynamic sleep program. This is a part-time (0.50) Assistant Professor position in the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Children’s Hospital Colorado. The position will be engaged in outpatient clinical assessment and evidence-based treatment of behavioral sleep problems in youth. The role will work independently and in coordination with pediatric sleep providers and community providers to expand behavioral sleep medicine services in the areas of PAP desensitization and adherence promotion, behavioral sleep disorders, and actigraphy assessment and interpretation. We highly value our clinical provider partners and collaborate with our faculty members to have fulfilling careers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Outpatient clinical care (in person and telehealth)

• Provide individual and family assessment and intervention in the area of behavioral sleep medicine, in coordination with and in support of other pediatric sleep providers

• Actively contribute to quality and safety initiatives in collaboration with CHCO/BI leadership

• Act as a resource to the sleep team in planning, coordinating and evaluating care and outcomes

• Participate in programmatic evaluation, quality improvement initiatives and research processes to track outcomes and advance care

• Assist with education and training in behavioral sleep medicine for faculty/staff, community providers, trainees, and patients and families

• Attend hospital, university, sleep program, and BI meetings as appropriate

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 1 day per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The section of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine has 55 faculty members (to include Sr., Jr., PhD, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant faculty) and is a multifaceted program, with on-going interests in asthma, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, cystic fibrosis, sleep medicine, the pediatric airway and medical education. The sleep program has been selected by the hospital for strategic planning and targeted growth and expansion.

Additionally, our section has a significant research portfolio (clinical, translational, basic science) as well as a robust clinical portfolio with many quality and safety initiatives and expansion projects. Our fellowship program is highly pursued based on our current and historical reputation. The section of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine is currently ranked #4 in the country by US News and World Report, including a top ranking for reputation. Many of our faculty are locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally known for their expertise.

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.

· PhD or PsyD

· Licensed Psychologists or License-eligible in the State of Colorado

· Completion of a psychology internship accredited by the American Psychological Association

· Completion of a post-doctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology OR equivalent training totaling 500 hours of didactic training and clinical experience

· Board certification by the Board of Behavioral Sleep Medicine within 5 years of hire

Condition 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

Preferred Qualifications:

● Sleep background/interest preferred

● Familiarity with electronic medical record system, email, and other medical technologies

● Experience with assessment and treatment of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders and related comorbidities preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

● Training and experience in the evaluation of children and adolescents with medical, developmental, and psychiatric conditions

● Awareness of cognitive and behavioral therapies and approaches

● Experience in provision of individual, family, and group evidence-based therapies

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