"Assistant Professor - Clinical Educator"

Assistant Professor - Clinical Educator

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics, Section of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

Job Title: Assistant Professor - Clinical Educator

Position #: 00680300 - Requisition #: 34831

Job Summary:

The Section of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition of the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM) and the Digestive Health Institute of Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) are seeking a BC/BE pediatric gastroenterologist with expertise in Neurogastroenterology and Motility for a faculty position to be located at Children's Hospital Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus in the Denver Metro area. The candidate must be thoroughly trained and experienced in pediatric gastroenterology with a focus on Neurogastroenterology and Motility, general GI and GI motility diagnostic procedures, and qualify for appointment at the Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor rank as a Clinical-Educator in the CU SOM. Primary responsibilities will include outpatient clinical evaluation and management of patients with pediatric gastrointestinal disease with a focus on Neurogastroenterology and Motility, inpatient consultations and performance of GI procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient care in Pediatric Gastrointestinal Diseases at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and its network of care locations and outreach clinics, including inpatient attending and outpatient clinics, as well as performing the full range of gastrointestinal procedures including motility testing.
• Provide consultative and call support services for CHCO and affiliated healthcare partners.
• Education and teaching of pediatric residents, pediatric gastroenterology fellows, students, and others
• Attend relevant conferences and continuing education opportunities
• Attend periodic Anschutz faculty meetings via teleconference or in-person

Work Location: Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado and possible satellite locations in the metro area.

Why Join Us: The Section of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is a national leader in innovative clinical practice, developing and testing new diagnostics and treatments, and training the next generation of clinicians and researchers. The Section is ranked the #3 pediatric gastroenterology program in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Current faculty includes 41 pediatric gastroenterologists and hepatologists, 13 advanced practice providers (APPs), 5 pediatric psychologists specializing in pediatric gastroenterology, and 10 pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology fellows. ... [detailed program info]

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology at RRC-approved fellowship (or equivalent) by the time of hire date
• MD (or equivalent) degree and American Board of Pediatrics Board Certified in Pediatrics
• Board Eligible or certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Additional training and interest in the field of Neurogastroenterology and Motility

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of clinical experience.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals in pediatric gastroenterology or related fields.
• Completion of Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility Fellowship training by the time of hire date

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of all pediatric GI disorders
• Demonstrated skills in the full gamut of pediatric GI endoscopic and other procedures
• Demonstrated skills in the performance and interpretation of pediatric GI motility tests
• Excellent teaching and education skills, knowledge, communication skills, and training of pediatric gastroenterology
• Demonstrated expertise in quality improvement projects.

Anticipated Pay Range: HIRING RANGE: $207,690-$221,338.