Women’s Health Primary Care Fellowship (Instructor)

Job Summary:

This unique, one-year, ambulatory-based fellowship position is designed to train internal medicine graduates to provide broad-spectrum women’s health primary care to women of all ages. In addition, participants will undergo a supportive transition to independent primary care practice, gain dedicated women’s health procedural experience, develop an understanding of both academic and community-based medical settings, and develop leadership skills in education, quality improvement, and clinic administration. This fellowship offers a unique blend of independent patient care, leadership experiences, and focused women’s health clinical knowledge and skill acquisition. The Division of General Internal Medicine’s goal is to train capable, experienced women’s health internists who wish to be leaders in women’s health in their future careers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain own primary care panel at the Women’s Integrated Services in Health clinic and see other clinic patients as needed, 5 half days per week, which includes 1 half day precepting an LIC students

• Work with Women’s Health Fellowship Director to arrange clinical sessions with subspecialty physicians at University of Colorado in target women’s health subspecialties

  • Core subspecialty clinical content areas include gynecology, urogynecology, endocrinology, and breast health.

  • Other possible rotations include cardiology, sports medicine, psychiatry, fertility clinic, and others depending on fellow interest and faculty availability

• Design and complete a mentored scholarly project by the end of the year.

• Present didactic presentation on women’s health topic to WISH faculty and staff four times annually.

• Present once a year at GIM Grand Rounds and/or WISH Rounds on topic of choice

• Partner with WISH Medical Director in an apprentice model to get on-the-job training for a future career in educational or administrative clinician leadership.

Work Location:

Onsite – This role is expected to work onsite and is located in the Denver Metro area.

Why Join Us:

The Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM), established at the University of Colorado in 1977, was one of the first GIM divisions established within the United States. Building on a rich history and tradition, our GIM Division has undergone significant change and evolution to maintain our goal of being a national leader in patient care, medical education and health services research.

We take our three-part mission of patient care, medical education, and research​ seriously. Each of our affiliated institutions has its own unique medical care programs. These programs, when taken together, provide a wide breadth and depth of clinical experiences that allows our trainees to experience virtually all aspects of inpatient and ambulatory medical care.

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
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/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.

• MD or DO degree

• Completion of Internal Medicine residency

• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine

• Active medical license in Colorado

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience caring for women in primary care setting

• Experience caring for underserved or diverse patient populations

• Experience with EPIC or similar EHR system

• Prior research and/or teaching experiences

• Commitment to academic leadership and advocacy

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding how biological sex and gender identity influence disease presentation, treatment response, and health outcomes.

• Interest in reproductive health topics, including contraception, menopause, abnormal uterine bleeding, and fertility counseling.

• Familiarity with conditions commonly affecting female populations, including autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular disease, endocrinopathies, and osteoporosis.

• Awareness of systemic barriers affecting care for marginalized groups, including racial/ethnic minorities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

• Knowledge of how trauma impacts physical and mental health, especially in women with histories of interpersonal violence.

• Ability to collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team with subspecialties, such as OB/GYN, psychiatry, endocrinology, and social services to deliver holistic care.

• Adaptable in dynamic clinical environments and responsive to evolving patient needs and healthcare systems.

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

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Patricia Colella, GIM HR, patricia.colella@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$115,000

The above salary represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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