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Full time position in the Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine. Clinical responsibilities take place at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Colorado Springs campus, CHCO Network of Care and in well-baby nurseries and NICU's at community hospitals.

The Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Children's Hospital Colorado is rapidly expanding, with the recruitment of some of the nation’s best and brightest pediatric hospitalists. As we expand our academic, quality improvement, and educational programs, we continue to provide expert inpatient medical care for children throughout Colorado, and beyond.

Our hospitalists offer 24 hours a day, seven days a week pediatric hospitalist services at all Children's Colorado campuses and our partners with many other hospitals. We aim to provide:

• exemplary family-centered care to our patients and families
• seamless communication to referring community providers
• a focus on educating fellows, residents, medical students, and advance practice provider students in the field of general pediatric hospital medicine
• scholarship in all areas that impact inpatient pediatric care
• All of our faculty members bring a strong clinical focus, while many pursue research in education and clinical hospital medicine. Our faculty also serve in administrative capacities for the University, Children's Hospital, and our partner hospitals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Care of pediatric patients admitted to general pediatric wards or observation units at the Children’s Hospital Colorado – Colorado Springs and its Network of Care.
• Care of well newborns and newborns admitted to Level 2 NICU.
• Routine newborn circumcision and lumbar puncture
• Proctoring, supervising or teaching students, residents or trainees in a clinical setting.
• You will be expected to spend several days each month tending to non-clinical duties such as teaching, quality improvement/research and administrative obligations. Administrative responsibilities may include input into hospital and clinic systems, committee work, and projects aimed at improving the hospital medicine service and clinical mission.

Colorado Springs is ranked in the topmost 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 is ranked among the “Best Pediatric Programs” in Colorado by U.S. News and World Report. The Children’s Hospital in Colorado Springs has 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.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

 This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor based on experience and minimum qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor

• BC/BE in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine.
• Completion of pediatric residency training and/or a minimum of 0-4 years of experience in general pediatrics or hospital medicine.

Senior Instructor

• BC/BE in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine.
• Completion of pediatric residency training and/or a minimum of 5 years of experience in general pediatrics or hospital medicine.

Assistant Professor

• BC/BE in General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospital Medicine.
• Completion of pediatric residency training and/or a minimum of 5-8 years of experience in general pediatrics or hospital medicine.
• Proven administrative experience in the field of pediatric hospital medicine.
• Sustained clinical experience in pediatric hospital medicine.

 Conditions of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado.
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Hospital Medicine.
• Experience in newborn care and NICU.
• Demonstrated leadership and accomplishments in complex organizational environments.
• Documented vision and success in building clinical programs.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• The applicant should be able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to be well-organized and efficient in their work and be able to prioritize patient and system needs appropriately.
• The applicant should be highly committed to quality improvement, family centered care, and evidence-based practice.
• Proven administrative and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication skills to interface with learners, faculty, health care teams, administrators, community organizations and donors.