Pediatric Rehabilitation Department Chair, Vice Chair of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Job Title: Pediatric Rehabilitation Department Chair, Vice Chair of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Associate Professor or Professor (open rank)

Position #: 00848866 – Requisition #: 40068

Job Summary

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in the CU School of Medicine is seeking a dynamic leader to direct the Pediatric Rehabilitation Department at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and serve on the Department's Executive Committee as a Vice Chair. This position may hold an Associate Professor or Professor level faculty appointment (open rank). The CHCO Pediatric Rehabilitation Department Chair is the director of the Rehabilitation Program at Children's Hospital Colorado appointed by, accountable to and serving at will of the CHCO CEO, in consultation with the appropriate University of Colorado School of Medicine Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department Chair, and the CHCO In-Chief. The CHCO Department Chair is responsible for working with CHCO senior management and CU SOM leadership in achieving the CHCO and CU SOM strategic goals including fostering academic and clinical program growth and educational excellence, and ensuring the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of patient care. The CHCO Department Chair will be reviewed annually by the CHCO In-Chief with input from the CHCO CMO and other CHCO leadership, nursing and other applicable staff, and CU SOM faculty in pediatric specialties, as appropriate, and others as applicable. This position reports directly to the Department Chair and appropriate CHCO In-Chief with dotted line reporting to the CHCO CMO.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides strategic and operational leadership and program coordination in clinical service, research, teaching and fiscal management for the programs at CHCO.
• Works in partnership with the CHCO management/administration and nursing leadership, in assessment of current strategy and operations, analysis of growth and business opportunities, financial management and program development.
• Partners collaboratively with key CHCO leadership in nursing, quality improvement, compliance, ancillary services and other clinical, administrative and support services to ensure safe, effective and optimal care delivery to patients.
• Fulfills all obligations related to medical staff office requirements regarding credentialing, privileging and ongoing performance evaluation of faculty and other CHCO medical staff members.
• Is responsible for recruitment and retention of CU SOM faculty and staff after positions have been approved.
• Works with CHCO leadership and CU SOM Departmental Administration regarding Program and Provider Support per the CHCO PPS model.
• Evaluates and oversees appropriate GME education and training programs, and makes recommendations for GME resource requirements.
• Partnering with CHCO Quality and Patient Safety, leads/oversees Departmental quality and safety program that evaluates and provides optimal clinical effectiveness and outcomes.
• Works with Hospital management in meeting expectations and regulations of external regulators and agencies.
• Partners with CHCO Child Health Research leadership regarding CHCO research operations and funding.
• Maintains strong working relationships with CU SOM and University of Colorado Medicine leadership.
• Other job functions not specifically outlined which are related directly to CU SOM and CU Medicine responsibilities may be delineated by CU SOM and CU Medicine leadership.

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Professor: MD/DO from an accredited institution; Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Board certified in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine; 7 years experience in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine; 2 years experience in a medical leadership role.
• Professor: MD/DO from an accredited institution; Board certified/Board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Board certified/Board eligible in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine; 10 years experience in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine; 3 years experience in a medical leadership role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Professor: 3 years experience in a medical leadership position.
• Professor: 5 years experience in a medical leadership position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Clinically active and respected.
• Able to motivate excellence and teamwork among all faculty, providers, and staff, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Exemplary leadership with regards to conflict resolution among all team members.
• Advocate of excellence in education.
• Advocate of excellence in research.
• Champion of quality and patient safety.
• Experienced and knowledgeable in working within multidisciplinary team structures and promotion of collaborative practice.
• Champions medical staff stewardship, including participation in medical staff committees, compliance with CHCO policies and procedures and communication standards and adherence to the CHCO Standards of Behavior.

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

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

Screening of Applications Begins

This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range

Associate Professor: $262,000 to $300,000

Professor: $300,000 - $435,000

Department Vice Chair: $40,000 - $50,000

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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.

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