Assistant Professor – Cardiac Surgeon

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•$445,000 - $625,000•Onsite

About The Position

The candidate will be expected to provide inpatient/outpatient medical care services primarily at the University of Colorado Hospital. The candidate will also provide independent clinical services for patients at other affiliated hospital sites including the Denver VAMC. The candidate will be expected to provide clinical services for heart and lung transplantation. The candidate will also be expected to participate in the development of protocols for the care of cardiothoracic surgery patients. The candidate may also be asked to participate in marketing and networking opportunities 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
Heart and Lung transplant experience
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship and employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

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
Da Vinci Robotic Surgery experience
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

Inpatient and outpatient 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
Provide clinical services at the Denver VAMC
Engage in scholarly activities and education of student resident and fellows within the University of Colorado system