Infectious Disease Physician

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Infectious Disease Physician to join our team!

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Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

DH ID/AIDS SERVICES PAV L

Job Summary

The Public Health Institute at Denver Health (PHIDH) is recruiting for a board-certified adult Infectious Diseases physician with experience and a strong interest in an academic career focused on treating patients with sexually transmitted infections and people with HIV. The primary clinical responsibilities are providing attending coverage in the Denver Sexual Health Clinic (DSHC) and the Infectious Diseases (ID) Clinic at Denver Health. The DSHC is the largest sexual health clinic in a multistate region. It provides comprehensive sexual health services including family planning. The ID Clinic is one of Colorado’s largest providers of primary care to people with HIV and provides the full spectrum of outpatient care for other infectious diseases. Both clinics focus on innovation, continuous quality improvement, research, teaching, and expert consultation. Additional clinical responsibilities include attending coverage on the inpatient infectious diseases consult service. The position has opportunities for professional growth and academic advancement through research, education, and leadership. PHIDH physicians also have faculty appointments at the University of Colorado.

Interested applicants can apply online or submit CV to:
Mary Armijo, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
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Essential Functions :

• Conducts clinical activities as defined in the privileging documents for this provider and delivers superior patient care by:
  - Determining and assessing the health status of patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing physical examinations.
  - Monitoring and evaluating the medical condition of patient.
  - Making decisions regarding treatment changes and referring patient to specialized services as needed.
  - Applying thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
  - Encouraging increased patient understanding and involvement in care. (65%)
• Initiates, performs, or directs other healthcare professionals to perform screenings and diagnostic tests. (15%)
• Serves as a teacher for students seeking clinical experience at Denver Health and provides education for post graduate medical trainees. (10%)
• Provides leadership to improve outcomes and service quality. (5%)
• Works to ensure personnel, department, and organization are in compliance with all legal and educational requirements. (5%)

Education :

• Doctorate Degree Graduation from an Accredited Medical School and completed Accredited Residency Programs and fellowships for specialist, or equivalent. Required

Work Experience :

Licenses :

• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
• Skill in eliciting history from patients, performing physical exams, formulating assessments, and determining treatment plans for patients.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in the treatment of infectious diseases.
• Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
• Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels, and value systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• EPIC experience preferred.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$201,300.00 - $263,500.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Ambient AI digital scribe with Epic integration for all ambulatory providers!

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.