Instructor - Highlands Ranch Hospital

Job Summary:

Nature of Work:
The Department of Pathology employs ~150 faculty, including 4.5 FTE pathologists at HRH. We seek an experienced anatomic and clinical pathologist (to be hired at rank of Instructor to Clinical Associate Professor), to practice only at the HRH Laboratory. The work is broad within the field of pathology, inclusive of both AP/CP responsibilities in a complex community setting. Candidates currently in private/community settings as well as AP/CP active academic positions are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate must be able to practice complex anatomic pathology inclusive of surgical and cyto-pathology. Faculty cover the practice Monday-Friday on site, as well as nights and weekends for emergencies and consultations. Three Pathologist Assistants (PAs) and one cytotechnologist are on site to assist with procedures. Gross examinations and sectioning of samples, frozen section processing are performed by experienced PAs under the supervision of a pathologist. Timely consultations with subspecialty experts at the University of Colorado are provided on an as needed basis. Immunohistochemical stains are performed on site with 24-hour turnaround time for most biopsy cases. Pathologists and the laboratory are backed up by subspecialty pathologists at UCH, connected by digital imaging as well as daily courier services.

Employment expectation:
Anatomic and Clinical Pathology Practice, South Metro Denver Area
The position requires day-to-day clinical and related administrative or other duties in both anatomic and clinical pathology including:

• Independent case review and interpretation/sign out of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology patient cases/tests.
• Consult with HRH and other UCHealth providers and patients, in regards to medical care, laboratory test selection and result interpretation on an as needed basis.
• Participate in quality and compliance programs of the laboratories
• Assist in the supervision of Pathology Assistants (PAs), cytotechnologists, medical technologists and other laboratory staff.
• Consult with HRH pathologists routinely, and other subspecialist pathologists in the Department of Pathology based at UCH on service or call, as necessary for complex or non-routine cases or emergencies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board conferences involving HRH patients.
• Participate in hospital committees as assigned.

Education and scholarly activities

• Participate in external continuous education programs in the field of Pathology, including attendance at national annual meetings, such as CAP and the ASCP. Professional leave to attend external meetings is provided.
• Identify and participate in continuing education courses and academic conferences available on site via digital, telephone and web based technologies.
• Participate in translational research, QI and QC programs of the department, cancer center or other clinical trials for HRH patients as needed.
• Provide distanced educational content to other faculty, residents or fellows if desired.

Academic Administrative Activities

• Participation in departmental, school, and professional committees is rare but may be required.
• Participation in CU Medicine interdisciplinary and disciplinary clinical conferences related to pathology, rare but may need intermitted activity
• Teaching of residents and fellows at a distance is encouraged, rare and voluntary.
• Research and scholarship are not required.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend HRH medical staff meetings

Work Location:

Highlands Ranch Hospital

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology provides extensive expertise in Clinical and Anatomic Pathology for the flagship hospital, University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado as well as Highlands Ranch Hospital (HRH), in the UCHealth system. HRH opened in 2019 and is a rapidly growing, full-service hospital with 139 licensed beds in Fall 2023 featuring a birth center including C-section operating rooms and Level II NICU, an intensive care unit, numerous operating rooms, a Level III trauma center, emergency department, advanced cardiac services, and imaging center. Immediately adjacent to HRH is an affiliated 85,000-square-foot medical office building housing a two-story cancer center and medical offices. HRH partners with clinical faculty of the University of Colorado School of Medicine and community physicians to provide medical care to the South Denver metro community. HRH has a College of American Pathologists accredited Laboratory, staffed by CU School of Medicine/Department of Pathology faculty physicians. Attending pathologists oversee or perform ~ 500,000 clinical and ~12,000 anatomic pathology tests annually, including ~500 frozen sections, ~9,000 surgical pathology and 1,200 cytology cases (including fine needle aspiration biopsies) per year. The HRH Laboratory performs low, medium and high complexity testing to support HRH patients and 12 affiliated outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers and the Lone Tree Health Center. Our NAPBC accredited breast center and HRH's commitment to medical and surgical oncology care drive a high volume of cancer resection cases (higher than is typically seen in a community setting). HRH has a collegial atmosphere and Just Culture, where all are encouraged to participate in patient safety and quality improvement on a daily basis.

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.

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.

• MD or DO degree, completed residency in pathology with board certification in both anatomic and clinical pathology. At least 5 years of experience practicing pathology full time as anatomic and clinical pathologist, preferably in complex community hospital (level 3 and above) or academic medical center. Candidates with subspecialty expertise garnered through fellowship or significant experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:
Fellowship sub-specialization and if relevant, additional board certifications beyond AP/CP from the American Board of Pathology.

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 (only use if a cover letter is necessary)
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: Pamela.Yearous@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continue until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$295,000-$410,000

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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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@cuanschutz.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.

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