Pediatric Neurologist – Colorado Springs

Job Summary:

This position will provide clinical care for patients with general neurological disorders in a satellite hospital in Colorado Springs. The position will include clinical, service, and limited teaching and research responsibilities. Clinical responsibilities include participation in outpatient clinic and inpatient service.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Communication and follow up with referring providers.
• Possible outreach activities and consults.
• Ongoing care for neurology patients in clinic, telemedicine and by phone.
• Collaboration of patient care with staff neurologists as appropriate.
• Inpatient call coverage for consults and outpatient phone call coverage.
• Outpatient evaluation of children with Neurological Disorders.
• Teaching clinical care concepts to NPs, PAs, residents, and RNs.
• Inpatient consults for the NICU, PICU and floor patients.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Pediatrics, was ranked No. 7 in the nation for “Best Medical Schools – Pediatrics” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 rankings. The Section of Child Neurology is nationally recognized for providing outstanding consultation, clinical care, and surgery for children and adolescents with neurological disorders. U.S. News & World Report ranked Child Neurology as one of the top 10 programs in the nation. As the largest medical center in the western region providing such broad expertise, The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Neurology is the referral center for children and adolescents with neurological disorders for much of the western U.S.

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:

Diversity and Equity:

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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

Assistant Professor

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• 0 – 4 years of experience as an attending physician (assistant professor)
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.

Associate Professor

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.
• 4 – 6 years of experience as an attending physician and academic qualifications to fulfill requirements of associate professor rank

Professor

• 6 – 8 years of experience as an attending physician and academic qualifications to fulfill requirements of professor rank
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to diagnose and treat patients with neurological diagnoses.
• Willing to collaborate with the medical team to provide the highest quality of care to patients and their families.
• Board Certified in Neurology with a Special Competence in Child Neurology.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to diagnose and treat patients with neurological diagnoses.
• Willing to collaborate with the medical team to provide the highest quality of care to patients and their families.

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: David Spatt, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Assistant Professor: $203,000 - $225,000

Associate Professor: $225,000 - $255,000

Professor: $248,000 - $315,000

The above 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.

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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.