Adult Congenital Heart Disease Cardiologist - Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, in conjunction with the Department of Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology, has an immediate opening for an Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Cardiologist. The board-certified or board-eligible AHCD Cardiologist will provide cardiac care to adolescents and adults with congenital heart disease in the outpatient and inpatient settings and will participate in night and weekend call coverage for ACHD patients. This position will help oversee ACHD activities at the University of Colorado Hospital, working collaboratively with the other faculty members under the broader Colorado's Adult and Teen Congenital Heart Program (CATCH) that includes Children's Hospital Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus. There is also potential for this to be a section head role depending on experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical: The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide patient assessment and care in the Adult and adolescent Congenital Heart Disease and General Cardiology programs. This position will participate in the inpatient and/or cardiology consult services at UCHealth and Children's Hospital Colorado facilities.
• Education: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a teaching institution, and this faculty member is expected to provide mentorship and direction to students, residents, and fellows, including the dedicated ACHD sub-specialty fellowship.
• Research: The division encourages research and scholarly activities. Administrative support is available for grant submission and financial management. The University, Department of Medicine and the Division of Cardiology have multiple mechanisms to assist with support of research endeavors. This can be discussed further during the interview process as needed.
• Administration: Applicants with an adult cardiology training background along with ACHD-specific training will be considered for the directorship of the Department of Medicine and University of Colorado Hospital arm of the CATCH program.

Work Location:

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

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 $705 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.

• MD/DO
• Completed fellowship in Cardiology
• Completed sub-specialty fellowship in Adult Congenital Heart Disease
• Board eligible OR board certified in Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a clinical educator
• Interest in working with all age groups of patients with congenital heart disease (children-adult).
• Experience in leading high-performing, cross-functional teams; designing and implementing processes for strong and effective clinical and practice management operations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to integrate clinical, quality/patient safety, management and financial concepts within an academic healthcare setting.
• Strong leadership skills, including interpersonal communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, problem resolution, decision-making and project/change management.

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. 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: Bobby Pinter, Bobby.Pinter@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

This is an open-ended posting used to recruit multiple candidates throughout the year. We will contact candidates when there is an opening.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$275,000 to $375,000

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:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.