"Open Rank - Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor (Director of Genetic Counselor Practice Development)"

Job Summary

The Department of Pediatrics (DOP) and the Precision Medicine Institute (PMI) are seeking a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as Director of Genetic Counselor (GC) Practice Development. The Director will provide department-wide leadership, playing a pivotal role in advancing clinical practice, championing faculty well-being, and leading initiatives to optimize the GC care model across diverse pediatric subspecialties.

This position serves two distinct roles related to GCs in the Department: 1) to support the clinical activities of all GCs in the department (both those clinically based in the Section of Genetics and Metabolism and those working primarily in other sections); and 2) work with PMI and Department leadership to support strategic initiatives impacting the GC workforce. The Director will seek to foster excellence, equity, and professional growth for genetic counselors through collaborations with clinical, operational, and academic leaders across the Department and Children's Hospital Colorado system, addressing the unique needs of various GC care models and roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Communication: Guide efforts to improve GC practice and workflows by building support from key partners, removing barriers, and leading communication with GC faculty. Share priorities and updates between GC providers and leaders. Represent GC faculty on committees. Work with leaders to review staff satisfaction feedback and create plans.
• Operations & Program Development: Act as the main contact for operations staff, helping coordinate project plans. Partner with operations managers to create, launch, and review new programs. Work with Section leaders to set staffing standards, support GCs, review scheduling, develop productivity measures, improve access to genetic testing, and enhance billing practices. Coordinate with Precision Medicine to share information about new services.
• Support & Professional Development: Support career growth of GCs, build mentoring programs, provide guidance, and partner for academic advancement and teaching opportunities.
• Clinical Responsibilities: Provide direct patient care as a practicing GC.

Work Location

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

Why Join Us

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers. Details on benefits and perks are provided.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications vary by rank (Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor) and include MS in Genetic Counseling, board certification, years of experience, and current clinical activity. Preferred qualifications include experience leading programs and training in quality improvement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience with pediatric patients, managing multiple patients, good communication skills, and flexibility.

How to Apply

Submit a letter of interest, CV, and references via the application link.

Anticipated Pay Range

Hiring range: Senior Instructor $86,000-$116,000; Assistant Professor $90,000-$116,000; Associate Professor $96,000-$116,000 annually.