Section Head, Pediatric Urology - Open Rank (Associate, Professor) Job Listing at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO (Job ID 3972509-2024-07-17)

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Job Title: Section Head, Pediatric Urology- Open Rank (Associate, Professor)
Position #00824648 – Requisition #34214

Job Summary:
The Division of Urology in the Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (Anschutz Medical Campus) and Children's Hospital Colorado is recruiting a Pediatric Urologist for a 1.0 FTE position available at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor to act as Section Head for the Pediatric Urology unit. The Section Head will be responsible for program, academic and service-related duties at the University of Colorado Anschutz and Children's Hospital Colorado.

Nature of Work:
The Section Head of Pediatric Urology will provide strategic medical leadership and direction for operations of the unit across clinical care, research, and education. Will be responsible for hospital department chair duties as outlined in Medical Staff Bylaws. Scope of responsibility will include strategic practice management, business development, provider recruitment and retention and delivery of outstanding faculty, patient and referring provider service. Has primary responsibility for establishing accountability with providers regarding CHCO policies and procedures, operational standards, and quality and service excellence initiatives. Position includes responsibility for Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) system. Key member of CHCO care delivery leadership team and participates in all strategic discussions and operational planning for their unit.

This position will exhibit the following characteristics/requirements of a Hospital Department Chair:

• Appointed by the CHCO Board of Directors
• Clinically active and respected
• Active clinical practice at CHCO
• Member in good standing of Attending/Admitting Staff or Associated Scientific Staff
• Appointment as full-time academic faculty at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM)

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

1. Responsible for all clinical activities in Pediatric Urology
2. Monitor the professional performance of privileged members in the unit, making recommendations relating to Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges at the time of appointment and reappointment.
3. Immediately inform the President of the Medical Staff, if the physical and/or mental health status of a member of his/her division comes into question such that the practitioner's ability to provide safe and competent patient care may be jeopardized.
4. Oversee quality and appropriateness of patient care rendered by providers in their unit.
5. Provide input into and ensure adherence to CHCO Policies and Procedures.
6. Attend CHCO strategic and operational meetings, as requested
7. Work with administrative partners to optimize, as well as develop and implement plans to improve all clinically related activities of patient care, and patient and family experience
8. Incorporate community-based members of the unit into Hospital activities as appropriate, communicate appropriate policies and procedures, respond to concerns from community-based providers in a timely manner, and submit a plan to the MEC on an annual basis outlining how community providers, if applicable, will be incorporated into unit activities.
9. Oversee credentialing and privileging as related to unit providers and procedures.
10. Responsible for developing and overseeing the education and research programs in Pediatric Urology.
11. Responsible for the educational mission of the unit for all learners – medical students, residents, fellows, APPs, nurses, and faculty.
12. Responsible for a robust quality and safety program.
13. Maintain and further develop a nationally renowned research and innovation program.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

1. The Section Head of Pediatric Urology will work with their administrative partners to prepare annual volume, operating budgets and capital budget requests pertaining to their unit.
2. In concert with CHCO administrative partner, will review monthly productivity statistics report for the department and develop action plans for improvement and sustainability.
3. Will suggest and participate in cost savings/productivity strategies to meet or improve the operational budget while maintaining quality service, provider satisfaction, excellent patient outcomes, and patient and referring provider satisfaction.
4. Report to the medical board or other committees as requested.
5. In collaboration with the CUSOM department/division administrator, the section head will review monthly financial statements for the unit and develop action plans for improvement and sustainability.

Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Associate Professor:

• Board Certification in Urology or equivalent
• Completion of Pediatric Urology Fellowship (ACGME accredited) or equivalent in Pediatric Urology or Transitional Urology
• Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges
• 4+ years' experience in pediatric urology surgery practice for Associate Professor rank

Professor:

• Board Certification in Urology or equivalent
• Completion of Pediatric Urology Fellowship (ACGME accredited) or equivalent in Pediatric Urology or Transitional Urology
• Ability to obtain license to practice as a physician in the state of Colorado with prescriptive privileges
• 7+ years' experience in pediatric urology practice for Professor rank

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an academic clinical environment
• Demonstrated Leadership experience (medical teams or hospital group)
• Experience in clinical or basic science research
• Strong business acumen
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems both strategically and collaboratively
• Ability to make critical decisions affecting clinical operations

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

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=34214&lang=en
Questions should be directed to: Ashleigh Prout ashleigh.prout@cuanschutz.edu

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by Friday, August 9, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Associate Professor: $350,000 - $450,000
Professor: $425,000 - $525,000
The section head portion of the role will receive salary support. Salary/benefits support equivalent to .25FTE, up to a cap of $112,500.

Compensation Information:
$350000.0 / Annually - $350000.0 / Annually
Details:
Associate Professor: $350,000 - $450,000; Professor: $425,000 - $525,000

Starting At: 350000.0 Annually
Up To: 525000.0 Annually

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