General GI Section Head (Open Rank Assistant-Associate Professor- Professor)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Quality clinical care, professional development, and academic advancement are key missions of The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. The General GI Section Head is a mixed clinical/administrative position providing leadership, clinical oversight and coordination, and professional support for providers (MD’s and APP’s) within the General GI Section at the University of Colorado Hospital, Anschutz Medical Campus. The General GI Section Head is a mixed clinical service (0.9 cFTE) and leadership position (0.1 cFTE). The General GI Section Head partners with and serves as a key liaison between the Division Director, Associate Division Directors, Medical Directors, Lead APP, and Endoscopy and Clinic nursing leadership assure the delivery of high-quality clinical care, efficient and effective clinical operations, academic advancement, and a positive work environment for the General GI faculty. The Section Head’s primary clinical practice site will be the University of Colorado Hospital, Anschutz Medical Campus. Clinical responsibilities include outpatient and inpatient GI consultative and endoscopic services. This position is 5 days per week, allocated as 1 half-day of administrative leadership/section head, 2 half-days of clinic, 5 half-days of endoscopy, and 2 half-days of clinical administrative time weekly. Additionally, they will provide nights/weekends call coverage at the University of Colorado Hospital and affiliate hospitals (Denver Veterans Affairs Hospital, Denver Health Medical Center) in equitable rotation with other members of the group.

Requirements

A medical degree from an accredited institution
Board certification in Gastroenterology
Must have, or be eligible to obtain, an active State of Colorado medical license
Must have an active DEA license on or before hire date
Experience with Electronic Medical Records, such as Epic
ACLS and BLS certification
Assistant Professor: At least 3 years of post-graduate GI clinical practice experience
Assistant Professor: Prior academic appointment to the level of Assistant Professor from a previous institution
Assistant Professor: Clear record of scholarship, teaching, and service sufficient to be appointed as an Assistant Professor or higher at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Associate Professor: At least 5 years of post-graduate GI clinical practice experience
Associate Professor: Prior academic appointment to the level of Associate Professor from a previous institution
Associate Professor: Clear record of scholarship, teaching, and service sufficient to be appointed as an Associate Professor or higher at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Professor: At least 8 years of post-graduate GI clinical practice experience
Professor: Prior academic appointment to the level of Associate Professor from a previous institution
Professor: Clear record of scholarship, teaching, and service sufficient to be appointed as a Professor or higher at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of post-graduate GI clinical practice experience
Clinical leadership experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to forge collaborations and peer relationships
Effective problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Clear communication skills
Timely decision making and attention to detail
Strategic and organizational agility
Ability to operate under ambiguity
Composure and interpersonal savvy
Action oriented
Negotiation skills
Ability to think outside the box and make iterative changes
Effectively manage and develop planned clinical growth
Desire and ability to support faculty and staff professional development

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Communication Serve as an advocate for General GI faculty within the division, ensuring their voices are represented in leadership discussions.
Host regular meetings (at a cadence determined by the Section Head and team) with General GI faculty to understand concerns, provide updates, and foster team engagement.
Act as a liaison between physician and administrative leadership and general GI faculty to ensure alignment of clinical/division goals and team cohesion.
Attend bi-weekly GI division leadership meetings to provide General GI section perspective and input.
Meet with the Associate Division Director for Clinical affairs quarterly to evaluate current and future workforce, review metrics pertaining to General GI providers, identify issues, and plan strategically for growth.
Recruitment, Onboarding & Mentorship Help to recruit and interview General GI faculty applicants (MD and APP) in collaboration with division and administrative leaders.
Develop and implement onboarding plans for new provider hire in the General GI section.
Serve as a mentor to General GI faculty, offering professional guidance and support throughout their career progression.
Performance, Operations & Development Collaborate with Division directors on developing, implementing, and tracking General GI faculty clinical productivity metrics.
Meet regularly with section members to provide feedback on performance, clinical productivity, and professional/academic development.
Collaborate with Division and clinic leadership in addressing provider performance, professionalism, or behavioral issues.
Evaluate workflows and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and General GI faculty satisfaction.
Work with division leadership to identify and promote professional development opportunities for section members and ensure faculty are well-informed of available resources and events.
Work with division well-being leaders for General GI provider well-being needs and program support.
Act as first reviewer for General GI MD PRiSM evaluations.
As needed, review provider compensation and collaborate with the Division Administrator for salary benchmarking and negotiation .
Education and training program Collaborate with fellowship program directors (APP and MD) to coordinate fellowship training needs and faculty educational responsibilities to ensure these remain balanced and feasible.
Interface with the fellowship program directors, medical directors, and practice managers to ensure that integration of trainees (fellows, students) into clinic and endoscopy aligns with the overall operational and productivity strategies of the section.
Along with fellowship leaders, assess candidacy of fellow-to-faculty hires, incorporating strategic growth needs of the group and fellow performance/clinical acumen.