Assistant Professor – Solid Tumor Physician

Job Summary:

The Section of Hematology Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant/Cellular Therapies is seeking a Solid Tumor physician to develop our cancer predisposition program. The successful candidate will work with other attending physicians on the Pediatric Hem/Onc/BMT-CT services in the supervision of advance practice providers, fellows, residents, and medical students in organizing each day’s inpatient rounds, outpatient clinics, procedures, and family conferences. The schedule is such that there is dedicated time for academic activity in clinical research. who may also serve as the Associate Program Director for our Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship program. You will have approximately 25% of your time spent conducting clinical activities in the inpatient and outpatient setting with a focus on solid tumor oncology, 30% developing the cancer predisposition program and supervising genetic counselors, 35% in research-related activities and up to 10% as the Associate Program Director of the fellowship program for the appropriate candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide independent care of pediatric hematology/oncology patients on the inpatient hospital service, outpatient clinic and infusion center;
• Communicate with referring physicians and other providers regarding shared patients on Hem/Onc/BMT-CT service and in the institution;
• Lead advance practice providers (APPs: physician’s assistants and nurse practitioners) in the care of both inpatients and outpatients;
• Provide education and supervision to medical students, residents, fellows, and genetic counselors in the inpatient and outpatient settings;
• Write admission, discharge, acute care, and chemotherapy orders in collaboration with other physicians and advanced practice providers;
• Provide coordination of care between the inpatient and outpatient settings;
• Cancer Predisposition Program development
• Fellowship Associate Program Director 

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

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.  

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. If not Board-Certified, must become so within two years of completing an ACGME-certified fellowship program in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
• Continuous Maintenance of Certification is required;
• Active Colorado state license and DEA certification;
• Training and expertise in pediatric solid tumor oncology;
• Meet all Children’s Hospital Colorado credentialing requirements and continuous active medical staff status.
• Graduate of University of Colorado Residency on Global Health Track
• Four years’ experience participating and leading residency and/or fellowship recruitment;
• Experience leading quality improvement projects and committees in academic organization 

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 

*For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in care of pediatric hematology/oncology/BMT patients;
• Qualified to receive sustained independent funding of clinical research or laboratory work;
• Career interests in cancer predisposition and fellowship education;
• Spanish-language competency and cultural sensitivity training is given priority. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals;
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows;
• Knowledge of Cancer Predisposition programs and syndromes;
• Ability to independently care for and manage complex Pediatric Hematology/Oncology/BMT patients in an academic setting;
• High professionalism, customer service skills, team-based patient care, and ability to meet productivity targets are expected. 

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

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

Questions should be directed to: Matthew Croskey [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until 04/28/2024.  

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

 $177,000.

The above hiring rate 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.

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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 [email protected] ​.

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 .