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Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor to Associate Professor
Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor to Associate Professor - 33849 Faculty
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Pathology
Job Title: Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor to Associate Professor
Open Rank - Assistant Professor to Associate Professor
Position #00815971 - Requisition #33849
Job Summary:
Nature of work:
This permanent full-time position in the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology, based at the UCH Clinical Laboratory, is a clinical pathology practice opportunity for an academic clinical pathologist. The position includes the opportunity to be the primary director for the special chemistry section of the main clinical laboratory and/or the hospital's extensive point of care testing program as well as to participate in the leadership of other sections of the laboratory depending upon one's interests. The special chemistry section performs diagnostic testing using immunoassays, protein electrophoresis, hemoglobin electrophoresis, and other technologies. The point of care testing program currently offers 31 tests at 95 testing locations performed by approximately 5,600 operators using 521 individual devices. Over 50,000 point of care tests are performed each month. In this position you will support the functioning of multiple laboratories, including providing expert guidance for validating both FDA cleared or approved tests and lab developed tests (LDTs), advising clinicians on test selection and the medical significance of laboratory data, training medical laboratory scientists, and participate in pathology resident and fellow training.
Employment expectations:
- Participate in the clinical care, administrative management, teaching and research missions of the UCH Clinical Laboratory and the Department of Pathology.
- Identify opportunities for medically necessary, financially feasible tests to be performed in house.
- Provide clinical consultation for tests performed within the laboratory.
- Routinely interpret serum protein electrophoresis tests, assays for hemoglobin variants, and other clinical laboratory tests. As part of this clinical effort, the candidate should expect to work closely with UCH physicians, Clinical Pathology faculty, laboratory staff, and trainees.
- Clinical laboratory director responsibilities within the scope of the candidates' skills are required at UCHealth sites (e.g., free-standing emergency departments and non-teaching community hospitals).
- Participate in the development of lab stewardship tools, data analysis and utilization management strategies in the UCH Clinical laboratory. This role will include the performance of directed projects to assess and optimize test use across multiple clinical specialties and locations.
- Use the clinical and laboratory information systems to analyze and automate pathologist/scientist workflow processes to make professional time more effective. This includes pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic variables that reduce efficiency, quality, cost, compliance, and workplace satisfaction.
- Participate in clinical pathology on-call coverage.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colo., it is one of the newest education, research, and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research, and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient's bedside. https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5613619&targetURL=Clinical Pathology Medical Director; Assistant Professor to Associate Professor
Open Rank - Assistant Professor to Associate Professor
Position #00815971 - Requisition #33849
Job Summary:
Nature of work:
This permanent full-time position in the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology, based at the UCH Clinical Laboratory, is a clinical pathology practice opportunity for an academic clinical pathologist. The position includes the opportunity to be the primary director for the special chemistry section of the main clinical laboratory and/or the hospital's extensive point of care testing program as well as to participate in the leadership of other sections of the laboratory depending upon one's interests. The special chemistry section performs diagnostic testing using immunoassays, protein electrophoresis, hemoglobin electrophoresis, and other technologies. The point of care testing program currently offers 31 tests at 95 testing locations performed by approximately 5,600 operators using 521 individual devices. Over 50,000 point of care tests are performed each month. In this position you will support the functioning of multiple laboratories, including providing expert guidance for validating both FDA cleared or approved tests and lab developed tests (LDTs), advising clinicians on test selection and the medical significance of laboratory data, training medical laboratory scientists, and participate in pathology resident and fellow training.
Employment expectations:
- Participate in the clinical care, administrative management, teaching and research missions of the UCH Clinical Laboratory and the Department of Pathology.
- Identify opportunities for medically necessary, financially feasible tests to be performed in house.
- Provide clinical consultation for tests performed within the laboratory.
- Routinely interpret serum protein electrophoresis tests, assays for hemoglobin variants, and other clinical laboratory tests. As part of this clinical effort, the candidate should expect to work closely with UCH physicians, Clinical Pathology faculty, laboratory staff, and trainees.
- Clinical laboratory director responsibilities within the scope of the candidates' skills are required at UCHealth sites (e.g., free-standing emergency departments and non-teaching community hospitals).
- Participate in the development of lab stewardship tools, data analysis and utilization management strategies in the UCH Clinical laboratory. This role will include the performance of directed projects to assess and optimize test use across multiple clinical specialties and locations.
- Use the clinical and laboratory information systems to analyze and automate pathologist/scientist workflow processes to make professional time more effective. This includes pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic variables that reduce efficiency, quality, cost, compliance, and workplace satisfaction.
- Participate in clinical pathology on-call coverage.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colo., it is one of the newest education, research, and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research, and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient's bedside. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.
The Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital-based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelong learning, and a balance of personal and professional values. In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate schools and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine. Our faculty and staff are diverse and gender balanced, with women comprising ~50% of our residents, Assistant, Associate and Full Professors (including those with tenure).
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, holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.
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 or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Assistant Professor:
- Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.)
- Completion of CP or AP/CP Residency in Pathology with board certification or board eligibility in CP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology
- Qualify for a full unrestricted license to practice pathology in the State of Colorado
- Candidate must be able to obtain credentials/privileges at the University of Colorado Hospital and with CU Medicine
Associate Professor
- Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.)
- Completion of CP or AP/CP Residency in Pathology with board certification or board eligibility in CP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology
- Qualify for a full unrestricted license to practice pathology in the State of Colorado
- Candidate must be able to obtain credentials/privileges at the University of Colorado Hospital and with CU Medicine
- Board-certified with at least 5 years of experience practicing in a clinical laboratory post-fellowship. Clinical, teaching and scholarship accomplishments must be sufficient for an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board certification or board eligibility in a clinical pathology subspecialty.
- Academic credentials with interests in other areas of clinical pathology and a relevant publication record is desirable.
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
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Greg Bocsi GREGARY.BOCSI@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU
Screening of Applications Begins:
Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until January 1, 2025.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Assistant Professor - $220,000 to $260,000
Associate Professor - $260,000 to $300,000
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
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 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. 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.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20112 - SOM-Pathology
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jun 6, 2024
Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Greg Bocsi Posting Contact Email: GREGARY.BOCSI@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU Position Number: 00815971
To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=33849&lang=en
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