Adjoint Instructor – PED Provider Group – Colorado Springs

Job Summary:

Adjoint Instructors in the Department of Pediatrics – Section of Emergency Medicine are Hourly Faculty that work at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and its Network of Care (NOC) in emergency or urgent care settings. They provide medical care to acutely ill and injured infants, children, and adolescents in our 24/7 and afterhours network of emergency/urgent care facilities.  In this role, they perform history and physical examinations to define and execute appropriate workup that leads to diagnosis, treatment, and disposition.  Work in this setting requires technical and procedural skills and provision of procedural sedation and may require pediatric resuscitation and advanced life support.  In addition, Adjoint Faculty are involved with institutional quality and patient safety improvement initiatives and development of clinical care guidelines that aim to provide consistent, quality care throughout our institution, and are core members of the clinical Pediatric teaching staff for Department of Pediatrics in the School of Medicine

Please see Requisition #40705 for Full-Time Position.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Provide clinical coverage in a mixed shift model (days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays) for a 24/7 Emergency care network.  Ability to cover shifts at all sites, including Colorado Springs, is required.

·         Clinical responsibilities include Pediatric urgent and emergency care:

o   Pediatric observation unit medicine

o   Rotating sick-call (Jeopardy) coverage

·         Attendance and participation in section wide meetings is required.  Attendance at Morbidity and Mortality Conference, CME and local site meetings is recommended, but voluntary

Maintenance of skills required for provision of high quality, patient centered, safe urgent/emergent care of children.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Colorado Springs, CO.

Why Join Us:

Colorado Springs is ranked in the top 10 most desirable places to live in the United States by US News and World Report. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from a wide variety of activities ranging from hiking, biking, fishing, camping, golfing, and skiing. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak, America’s Mountain, this beautiful city can receive over 300 days of sunshine and offers an ideal climate year-round. Additionally, the city has a robust visual and performing arts community. It is home to the US Olympic Training Center and three universities including The Air Force Academy. All three universities have an active athletic department and performing arts. The Colorado Springs metro area has a population over 700,000 with excellent schools and a robust economy. While Colorado Springs has a lot to do, Denver is only 60 miles north – you can enjoy the benefits of both cities!

Children’s Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorado’s Department of Pediatrics are ranked in the top 10 “Best Children’s Hospitals” and “Best Pediatric Programs” in Colorado by U.S. News and World Report. The Children’s Hospital in Colorado Springs has the only dedicated pediatric Emergency Department in Southern Colorado serving as a level two pediatric trauma designation with 115 hospital beds (16 PICU, 50 NICU, and 49 medicine/ surgery). We have a growing number of subspecialty services available to provide topnotch pediatric care – both inpatient and outpatient.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

·         Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree

·         Completion of accredited residency in Pediatrics or combined Medicine-Pediatrics

·         Board Certified or eligible in Pediatrics

·         Active certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support

·         Active Colorado Medical License

·         Active Colorado State DEA license

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Two or more years of experience in pediatric acute care environment (OR completion of a Pediatric Residency program with significant experience in Urgent Care and electives and/or extra-clinical activities that demonstrate interest in and preparedness for pediatric urgent care)

·         Experience teaching medical students and residents.

·         Experience supervising/collaborating with Advanced Practice Providers

·         Prior use of EPIC

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Initial interpretation of plain radiographs
• Laceration repair (including vermillion border and nail bed repair
• Incision and drainage
• Nerve blocks

• Advanced understanding of pediatric disease and injuries
• Understanding of a familiarity with resources to assist making clinical

decisions and diagnosis.

Skills

• Use of electronic medical record (EPIC)
• Teaching of medical learners

• Foreign body removal
• Reduction of minor digit fractures of joint dislocations
• Lumbar Puncture
• IV fluid management of electrolyte or endocrine derangements
• Acute respiratory care

Abilities

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced, acute care environment for 8-12 hours at a time
• Ability to handle stressful situation with professional composure
• Promote teamwork amongst providers, nurses, techs, learners and other

colleagues

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and skill in customer service delivery
• Well organized and efficient
• Skill in prioritizing patient and system needs
• Knowledge of quality improvement, family centered care, and
• evidenced-based practice
• Work a mix of days, evenings, weekends, and possibly overnight shifts

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1.    A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.    Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.    Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Amanda Egan, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by August 14th. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected]​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.