Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor (Open Rank)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

58d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Nephrology has an opening for a 1.0 FTE/0.9 cFTE open rank faculty member to provide inpatient and outpatient services in support of our clinical programs at the Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs and Anschutz campuses. This position will include opportunities for involvement in the administrative, research, and educational aspects of our program.

Requirements

MD or DO degree
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatric Nephrology
Must be licensed or able to obtain licensure and DEA certification in the State of Colorado prior to start date
Clinical experience with complex kidney disease.
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in an academic setting
Experience in precepting residents, learners and fellows in an outpatient clinical setting

Responsibilities

Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs.
Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
Records physical findings and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.
Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff.
Orders studies, test and ancillary services.
Maintains legible, accurate, and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with regulatory standards.
Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues.
Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients.
May refer patients to specialized health resources for treatment.
Orders appropriate diagnostic screening tests according to protocol.