Family Physician – UCHealth Primary Care – Lone Tree Open Rank – Open Rank

Job Summary:

The clinician (MD or DO) in this position will function as a family medicine provider in our new UCHealth Primary Care – Lone Tree clinic location as a full-time clinician without dedicated residency precepting responsibilities.  This position will provide high quality medical care. 

This position is posted at the Senior Instructor level; in the event that one’s experience exceeds that of a Senior Instructor, or if the candidate wants to be on the promotion track, Assistant Professor will be considered. If the candidate has additional experience, Associate Professor or Professor will be considered.

Examples of Work Performed

This position is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position.

Full Time Clinical Position = 1 cFTE: 8 “4-hour sessions” or 32 clinical contact hours/week and two half day sessions (8 hours)/week dedicated to completion of medical records, laboratory result management, and communication with patients. Clinical time includes responsibilities in patient care, clinic functioning and student precepting. 

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Clinical Care

• Provide full scope direct patient care in an ambulatory clinical setting.
• Participate as needed in chart review and clinical coding compliance activities.
• Assist in administrative/clinical quality improvement functions relating to a variety of programs at the direction of the medical director.
• Exemplifies the highest standards in patient care as a faculty member and role model to staff, students, and residents.
• Shares responsibility for night, weekend, and vacation coverage with the WISH faculty practice. 

Teaching and Mentoring

• Provide education to fellows, residents and medical students during their ambulatory rotation.

Administrative/Professional Development

• Maintain eligibility for School of Medicine Faculty.
• ­Keep abreast of the latest developments in field, both academically and through applied skill.
• Attend and present at conferences, meetings and trainings in order to maintain certification and enhance professional skills; participates in faculty development activities.
• Accept other responsibilities assigned by the Medical Director. 

Quality

• Develops, implements, and evaluates the strategy for quality improvement. 

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Mission, Vision and Values

The mission of the Anschutz Medical Campus (AMC) is to be a diverse teaching and learning community that creates, discovers, and applies knowledge to improve the health and well-being of Colorado and the world. Anschutz Medical Campus is focused on educating upcoming medical professionals, conducting groundbreaking research, practicing innovative approaches to health care delivery and providing excellent direct patient care at two hospitals. Located on AMC, the School of Medicine hosts a globally recognized array of departments, institutes and centers dedicated to educating the next generation of medical professionals. 

Among these is the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) which is dedicated to “helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five (5) focus areas, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care – Providing outstanding care to patients;
• Education – Training the family medicine and primary care workforce;
• Research – Creating and disseminating new knowledge;
• Communities - Connecting with our communities to achieve health equity; and
• Diversity & Health Equity - To build and foster a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. 

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.

Senior Instructor 

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience:   Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care.

Assistant Professor 

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience:   Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care.

Associate Professor 

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience:   Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program and 7+ years’ experience working in primary care.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care. Ability to meet the School of Medicine’s criteria for associate professor. 

Professor 

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience:   Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program and 10+ years’ experience working in primary care.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care. Ability to meet the School of Medicine’s criteria for full professor.

Preferred Qualifications (all positions)

• Experience or interest in education and research and faculty development.
• Experience with using an electronic health record system, preferably Epic
• Experience with providing Telehealth/virtual visits
• Licensed MAT provider
• Experience or interest in LGBTQ+ patient care

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (all positions)

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic and Department of Family Medicine faculty and staff.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Experience training and developing staff.
• Ability to meet clinic-specific competencies and expectations.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion

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: Lydia Lyon [email protected]  

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 4/30/2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.  

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

  Senior Instructor:

195,000 – 215,000, plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

Assistant Professor:

195,000 – 215,000, plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

Associate Professor:

201,000 – 220,000 plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

Professor:

207,000 – 225,000 plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

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 [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, 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. For CU Anschutz-operated healthcare facilities or clinics that treat patients or involve human study subjects, you will follow the University of Colorado Hospital’s vaccine and medical surveillance requirements and guidance. Individual CU Anschutz departments or programs may require vaccination against COVID-19 with the Chancellor’s approval. 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.