Open Rank-Assistant Professor, Associate Professor

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking an Academic Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physician to join a nationally recognized pediatric rehabilitation program. Academic rank (Assistant or Associate Professor) will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will provide primarily outpatient pediatric rehabilitation medicine services, including clinics at Children's Hospital Colorado and Network of Care sites. Clinical responsibilities may also include inpatient rehabilitation consultations and inpatient rehabilitation unit coverage based on departmental and clinical needs. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing pediatric rehabilitation program through excellence in clinical care, education, quality improvement, and scholarly activity.

Jobs in this career family work well in a team environment, relating effectively with patients, their families, and colleagues as well as possess strong teaching and academic interests.

Key Responsibilities:

· Clinical responsibilities will be primarily outpatient and include providing comprehensive pediatric rehabilitation medicine care in general rehabilitation and multidisciplinary specialty clinics at Children's Hospital Colorado and Network of Care sites.

· Provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment planning, and longitudinal management for pediatric patients with rehabilitation needs while collaborating closely with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.

· Participate in inpatient rehabilitation consultations and inpatient rehabilitation unit coverage, as needed, to support high-quality, coordinated patient care.

· Participate in the education and mentorship of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine fellows, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residents, medical students, and physical therapy students.

· Contribute to the department's academic mission through quality improvement initiatives, scholarly activity, and mentorship of residents and fellows.

· Help advance the continued growth and innovation of outpatient pediatric rehabilitation medicine services across Children's Hospital Colorado and its Network of Care.

Work Location:

Onsite – The primary clinical practice will include Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora along with an expectation of regular clinical coverage at a Network of Care site.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Colorado is an internationally recognized leader in clinical care, education, and research. Located on the state-of-the-art CU Anschutz Medical Campus, the department brings together rehabilitation medicine, physical therapy, psychology, speech-language pathology, and rehabilitation science within a uniquely collaborative academic environment. Faculty benefit from outstanding interdisciplinary partnerships, strong educational programs, and opportunities to develop innovative clinical programs, pursue scholarly interests, and improve the lives of children and families.

This position is at Children's Hospital Colorado, consistently ranked among the nation's leading children's hospitals. Children's Colorado is a nationally recognized pediatric health system dedicated exclusively to children. With world-class specialists, nationally recognized clinical programs, a strong commitment to research and innovation, and a culture centered on family-focused care, Children's Colorado offers physicians the opportunity to build an outstanding academic career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.

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:

Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Assistant Professor:

· MD/DO from an accredited institution

· Board certified/Board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Board certified/Board eligible in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

Associate Professor:

· MD/DO from an accredited institution

· Board certified/Board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Board certified/Board eligible in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

· A minimum of five years of experience in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

Preferred Qualifications for Assistant Professor: