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Instructor - PEM

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University of Colorado - Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics - Section of Emergency Medicine

Job Title:** **Instructor - PEM

Position #00007864: - Requisition #: 36922

Job Summary:

100% Clinical Effort

+ You will be expected to maintain 1.0cFTE (clinical effort). Clinical Practitioners at 1.0 cFTE will be expected to provide coverage for 1,376 hours. All clinical hours obligations are negotiable with the Section Head at any time. This coverage will consist of Children's Hospital Colorado, Anschutz and Network of Care locations. Coverage will include:

a. Pediatric emergency care

b. Pediatric Observation Unit medicine

c. Jeopardy shifts (an internal physician coverage system for unanticipated absence)

+ Practitioner must maintain active medical staff privileges at all other facilities where ED or urgent care services are provided by the Children's Hospital Colorado NOC unless a site is specifically excluded by mutual agreement by the practitioner and the medical director of the Children's Hospital Colorado NOC.

+ You will be expected to attend at least 75% of the monthly joint section and operational updates meetings of the Section of Emergency Medicine.

+ It is recommended that you participate in Children's Hospital Colorado Main OR with anesthesiology one time per year to maintain airway skills as well as other technical seminars as deemed by the section and/or practice site in conjunction with input from the medical director.

+ Clinical teaching of Medical Students, Family Practice Residents and Pediatric Residents

+ Clinical Supervision and support of onboarding for Advanced Practice Providers

+ Attendance and participation in required Section monthly meetings

+ Participation in Quality Improvement and development of Clinical Care Guidelines

+ Maintenance of skills required for provision of high quality, patient centered, safe urgent/emergent care of children. Annual requirements include but may not be limited to:

+ Two half-day Acute Care Education sessions put on by the Section per academic year

+ One high fidelity code simulation at the Simulation Center at CHCO and at least one code simulation at a local NOC site per academic year

+ Maintenance of PALS certification

+ Maintenance of CME relevant to clinical work

+ Attend other technical seminars as deemed mandatory by the section and/or practice site in conjunction with input from the Director

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

+ Medical: Multiple plan options

+ Dental: Multiple plan options

+ Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

+ Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

+ Voluntary Retirement Plans: 403(b), 401(k), PERA 457

+ Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

+ 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

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

+ Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree

+ Board certification and eligibility in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Emergency Medicine.

+ Active certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support

+ Active Colorado Medical License

+ Active Colorado State DEA license

Condition of Employment:

+ Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado*

+ _Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal and sex-offender background check_

_*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting._

_Preferred Qualifications_

+ _Two or more years' experience in pediatric acute care environment_

+ _Experience teaching medical students and residents_

_Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities_

_Knowledge_

+ _Advanced understanding of pediatric disease and injury patterns_

+ _Understanding of and familiarity with resources to assist in making clinical decisions and diagnosis_

_Skills_

+ _Use of electronic medical record (EPIC)_

+ _Teaching of medical learners_

+ _Effectively and respectfully field calls from referring physicians to facilitate referral to site appropriate for presenting problem/service requested and transport to site_

_Technical skills_

+ _Interpretation of plain radiographs_

+ _Foreign body removal_

+ _Laceration repair, including vermillion border and nail bed repair (some advanced techniques can be learned on job)_

+ _Incision and drainage_

+ _Reduction of minor digit fractures or joint dislocations (can be learned on job)_

+ _Nerve blocks_

+ _Lumbar puncture_

+ _IV fluid management of electrolyte and endocrine derangements_

+ _Acute respiratory care_

+ _Intubation (ongoing yearly skills training mandatory)_

+ _Pediatric resuscitation (must maintain PALS certification and complete required annual mock resuscitations)_

+ _Procedural Sedation (do not need to hold previous credentials but must obtain credentialing at CHCO. Process in place for education and assisting with obtaining credentials.)_

_Abilities_

+ _Work efficiently in a fast paced, acute care environment for 8-12 hours at a time_

+ _Promote teamwork amongst nurses, techs, learners, and colleagues_

+ _Strong communication and interpersonal skills_

+ _Work a mix of days, evening, overnights, weekend, and holiday shifts_

_How to Apply:_

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

+ _A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position_

+ _Curriculum vitae / Resume_

+ _Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address_

_Questions should be directed to: Bernadette Johnson, [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6249781&targetURL=Bernadette.Johnson@cuanschutz.edu)_

_Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6249781&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) ._

_Screening of Applications Begins:_

_Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by May 27th, 2025._

_Anticipated Pay Range:_

_The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as_ **_HIRING RANGE:_**

_$225,000 - $240,000_

_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._

_Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line._

_Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6249781&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)_

_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] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6249781&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) ._

_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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6249781&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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_ _._

_Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References_ **_Job Category_**

_: Faculty_ **_Primary Location_**

_: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20989 - SOM-PEDS EMERGENCY MED-GENOPS_ **_Schedule_**

_: Full-time_ **_Posting Date_**

_: May 22, 2025_ **_Unposting Date_**

_: May 27, 2025, 11:59:00 PM Posting Contact Name: Bernadette Johnson Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6249781&targetURL=Bernadette.Johnson@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00007864_

_To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36922&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/6249781)_

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Instructor - PEM - 36922 Faculty

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. Living in Colorado is a great experience because of the natural environment, strong economic growth, and lots of recreational activities. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country while the Department of Pediatrics was ranked No. 8 in the nation for "Best Medical Schools - Pediatrics" in U.S. News & World Report's 2023 rankings. We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6249781&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

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.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.