Assistant Professor – Clinical Educator
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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
- Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
- Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check
Nice To Haves
- 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 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.
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
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
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
