Gastroenterology Physician, Open Rank, Assistant/Associate/Professor

Job Summary:

As an important member of the University of Colorado GI faculty, the Gastroenterologist will have clinical responsibilities including outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital consultations, endoscopic procedures, and nights/weekends call coverage.

The gastroenterologist’s primary practice site will be the University of Colorado Hospital, Anschutz Medical Campus, where they will provide outpatient and inpatient GI consultative and endoscopic services. This position is 5 days per week, allocated as 3 half-days of clinic, 5 half-days of endoscopy, and 2 half-days of clinical administrative time weekly. Additionally, they will provide nights/weekends call coverage at the University of Colorado Hospital and affiliate hospitals (Denver Veterans Affairs Hospital, Denver Health Medical Center) in equitable rotation with other members of the group.

The successful applicant for this position will be someone who communicates appropriately and effectively with patients, staff, consultants, and colleagues, has outstanding customer service skills, and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluation and management of GI disorders within the scope of a general gastroenterologist including:

• GERD

• Dysphagia

• IBS/functional GI disorders

• Eosinophilic Esophagitis

• Abnormal liver function tests

• Pancreatitis

• Occult iron deficiency anemia

• GI motility disorders

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology has faculty and staff making contributions to research, clinical trials, and nationally recognized patient care. Gastroenterology & GI Surgery is one of the top ranked in the United States and our clinical partner, the University of Colorado Hospital, and is in the top hospitals nationwide as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is rapidly growing, with clinical practices throughout the state of Colorado and over 80 researchers, physicians and staff, all working toward its vision to prevent and treat disease while being a global model for patient care delivery, interdisciplinary research, and training.

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 at any rank 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:

• A medical degree from an accredited institution

• Board certification or active board eligibility in Gastroenterology

• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, an active State of Colorado medical license

• Must have an active DEA license on or before hire date

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records, such as Epic

• ACLS and BLS certification

Associate Professor:

• A medical degree from an accredited institution

• Board certification in Gastroenterology

• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, an active State of Colorado medical license

• Must have an active DEA license on or before hire date

• At least 5 years of post-graduate GI clinical practice experience

• Prior academic appointment to the level of Associate Professor from a previous institution

• Clear record of scholarship, teaching, and service sufficient to be appointed as an Associate Professor or higher at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records, such as Epic

• ACLS and BLS certification

Professor:

• A medical degree from an accredited institution

• Board certification in Gastroenterology

• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, an active State of Colorado medical license

• Must have an active DEA license on or before hire date

• At least 8 years of post-graduate GI clinical practice experience

• Prior academic appointment to the level of Associate Professor from a previous institution

• Clear record of scholarship, teaching, and service sufficient to be appointed as a Professor or higher at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records, such as Epic

• ACLS and BLS certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills to interface with learners, faculty, healthcare teams, administrators, community organizations and donors

• Candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community and work toward building an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Outstanding customer service and patient relations skills.

• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

• Excellent organizational skills, ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and work independently.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Knowledge of the professional medical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the gastroenterology clinic.

• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of medicine to provide on-going patient care.

• Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition, and interpreting findings.

• Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and their family members, medical staff, and the public.

• Ability to maintain quality control standards.

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

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