Assistant Professor – Cardiac Surgeon

University of ColoradoAurora, CO
$445,000 - $500,000Onsite

About The Position

The University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking an Assistant Professor – Cardiac Surgeon to provide inpatient and outpatient medical care services primarily at the University of Colorado Hospital. The role also involves providing independent clinical services at affiliated hospital sites, including the Denver VAMC, with a focus on heart and lung transplantation. The candidate will contribute to the development of protocols for cardiothoracic surgery patient care and may participate in marketing and networking with referring providers.

Requirements

  • Possess MD or DO degree
  • Possess or be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Colorado
  • Board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
  • Aortic case surgeries
  • Heart and Lung Transplantation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse patient population.
  • Knowledge of the professional medical and surgical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the area of cardiothoracic surgery.
  • Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care.
  • Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
  • Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
  • Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine and surgery to provide on-going patient care.
  • Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition and interpreting findings.
  • Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
  • Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and their family members, medical staff, residents, fellows, medical students, and the public.
  • Ability to maintain quality control standards.
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  • Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
  • Ability to communicate clearly as an integral member of a team.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

  • Familiar with Academic practice
  • Educational and/or work experiences aligned with position requirements
  • 2 or more years with Heart and Lung Transplantation experience
  • Aortic program and case surgeries

Responsibilities

  • Inpatient and outpatient surgeries
  • Aortic program and surgeries
  • Heart Transplant surgeries
  • Lung Transplant surgeries
  • Rounding, writing orders, and Hospital discharge
  • Patient assessment, patient education, care coordination, and disease management
  • Collaboration with colleagues, hospital and clinic staff
  • Engage in scholarly activities and education of student resident and fellows within the University of Colorado system

Benefits

  • Medical: Multiple plan options
  • Dental: Multiple plan options
  • Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
  • Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay
  • Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
  • Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
  • Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
  • Holiday Days: 11/year
  • Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
  • ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
  • CU Advantage perks & programs
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service