Director of Pediatric Nuclear Medicine

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Colorado School of Medicine Department of Radiology and Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) are seeking a Radiologist with fellowship training in Pediatric Radiology and/or Nuclear Medicine, who is also eligible and motivated to pursue certification in the complementary discipline, to join our 41 ‑ member pediatric radiology faculty group (36 MD/DO, 5 APP). This on ‑ site (or hybrid) position is based at the CHCO Anschutz Medical Campus, which is located along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains in the Denver/Aurora area and is the main campus for the larger 600+ bed CHCO pediatric hospital system (inclusive of Anschutz Campus, North/South Hospitals and Colorado Springs Hospital) . The CHCO Section of Pediatric Nuclear Medicine provides a full spectrum of diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations and theranostic procedures. The successful candidate will join and lead a robust Nuclear Medicine division of seven radiologists, along with contributing to general pediatric radiology coverage. The CHCO Department of Pediatric Radiology provides comprehensive pediatric imaging services - including radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and IR - and its faculty practice within a fully subspecialty ‑ based clinical structure. Ample departmental support will be available and provided for candidates needing additional experiential training toward achieving complementary Pediatric Radiology or Nuclear Medicine certification. This role is primarily performed during daytime business hours, with shared participation in after-hours coverage. The department provides a home workstation, 24/7 IT support, and travel/lodging for required onsite weeks if hybrid. This is an open-track position with faculty able to select between the Academic/Tenure-Eligible and Clinical Practice pathways with opportunities for teaching and multidisciplinary collaboration through the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Exceptional international candidates who need J1 waivers are excellent candidates for either pathway. Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule with the ability to read from home and from the hospital as the section clinical schedule allows. Why Join Us: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $704 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu . CHCO is a free-standing children’s hospital affiliated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine. The CHCO network of care covers 618 beds and is regularly ranked in the top 10 Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Denver is a unique city located near beautiful mountains, and national parks for hiking, biking, and world class skiing/snowboarding. There is an energetic downtown with arts, theater, and a restaurant scene to be enjoyed. Denver also boasts a large international airport that easily connects to the rest of the world! Why work for the University? We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave!

Requirements

Licensed MD or DO from accredited institution in the U.S., or equivalent, if a non-U.S. graduate
Colorado Medical License by time of hire
ABR Certification or eligible
Completion of fellowship training in Pediatric Radiology or Nuclear Medicine

Nice To Haves

Experience working and collaborating with multiple clinical specialties
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Interpretation of radiology imaging studies and procedures
Competency in basic radiology procedures