Clinical Program Medical Director - Open Rank-Assistant, Associate, Professor

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 225,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(a) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Vacation days 22/year

Sick days 15/year

Holiday days 11/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO seeks a Clinical Program Medical Director in Pediatrics–Child Neurology to provide inpatient and outpatient care, lead regional neurology services, and participate in teaching and research.

The role includes 0.20 FTE protected time for program development, collaboration with cross-campus faculty, and strategic leadership to expand access and sustain growth across CHCO and CU Anschutz priorities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Broad knowledge and clinical skills in general pediatric neurology and neuromuscular disorders.
• Ability to work across inpatient, outpatient and outreach settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for pediatric neurology patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Lead regional neurology program development and external consultations.
• Participate in teaching, mentorship and scholarly activities.
• Attend monthly faculty meetings and contribute to education goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Neurology knowledge

Pediatric neurology

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO degree

Neurology board eligibility (Child Neurology)

DEA certificate

Colorado medical license

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatrics – Child Neurology
Job Title: ClinicalProgram Medical Director Open Rank-Assistant, Associate,Professor
Position #: 00852967– Requisition#:41027

Job Summary:

This position will provide clinical care for patients with generalneurological disorders, primarily in the inpatient service. Theposition will include clinical, research, service and teaching.Clinical responsibilities include participation in the outpatientgeneral neurology clinic, 18-24 weeks of inpatient service todivided between neurocritical care and general neurology.

Key Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but arenot limited to:

• 4-10 weeks of Neuro-Hospitalist service
• 4-10 weeks of Neuro Critical Care Service
• No more than 24 weeks of combined inpatient service (as outlinedabove), including a maximum of 8 weekends of call per year thatfulfills your annual cFTE expectations
• Outpatient clinics that, in addition to any inpatient weeks ofservice fulfills your annual cFTE expectations as set by theDepartment of Pediatrics
• Care coordination with Primary Care providers, as well as withmultidisciplinary team members (dietitians, psychologists, andmedical providers)
• You may be asked to provide weekend coverage of the South orNorth campus
• You may be asked to provide clinical care services at Children'sHospital Colorado (CHCO) Main Campus and/or Network of Carefacilities across the Denver metro area
• You may be asked to provide clinical care at outreach clinics aswell as hold telehealth clinics
• Attend monthly faculty meetings
• Provide academic support through the training of fellows,residents, and medical students
• Attend relevant conferences and continuing educationopportunities
• Mentorship: Contribute to mentorship arrangements for faculty inPediatrics and/or Neurology
• Education: Participate in the educational goals of the section,which include teaching, supervision and mentorship

Clinical Program Medical Director, Regional Program time (0.20FTE):

You are being provided 0.20 FTE protected time in support on yourefforts as focused on the development of pediatric neurology'sregional care program and towards the development of your academiccareer plans. Specific activities will be as follows:

• Participate in administrative and professional developmentactivities of the Section of Neurology.
• Engage and effectively collaborate with clinical faculty andtrainees from other schools, departments and divisions across theAnschluss Medical Campus.
• Provide strategic and clinical leadership for Neurology'sregional and external consultation services, ensuring alignmentwith CHCO and CU Anschutz priorities.
• Partner with section, regional, and institutional leaders toexpand access, optimize care delivery models, and supportsustainable program growth.
• Oversee clinical operations, provider engagement, and businessplanning to support high-quality care, faculty recruitment, andlong-term funding strategies.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located inAurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Academically, CU Anschutz serves 4,500 students in more than40 highly rated degree programs across six schools andcolleges. The campus attracted a record $910 million inresearch funding in the 2023-24 fiscal year, including $757million in sponsored awards and $153 million inphilanthropic gifts, creating an overall economic impact to thestate of Colorado of $13.5 billion annually.

Part of the four-campus University of Colorado system, CU Anschutzand CU Denver together constitute a consolidated HigherLearning Commission-accredited entity and have directconnections with CU Boulder and the University of ColoradoColorado Springs . The University of Colorado has been a leaderin education, research and service for the state and beyond since1876.

Powered by state-of-the-art facilities on a growing campus with adynamic vision for the future, CU Anschutz is uniquely equipped tolead health discoveries and treatment.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage oftime)
• 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 allCU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

Assistant Professor:

• 0-6 years of clinical experience, interest in pursuing academicpromotion
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in ChildNeurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experienceto allow for specialization
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Associate Professor:

• 6 or more years of clinical experience
• Prior experience with program development, teaching orresearch
• Examples of scholarship
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic
• Board Eligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in ChildNeurology
• Training in movement disorders or sufficient clinical experienceto allow for specializationDEA certificate
• Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License

Professor:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine BoardEligibility in Neurology with a Special Competence in ChildNeurology
• DEA certificate
• Ability to obtain CO medical license
• 10 or more years of experience as an attending physician andacademic qualifications to fulfill requirements of professorrank
• Experience with program development, teaching or researchcommensurate with professor rank
• Examples of scholarship commensurate with professor rank

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional training and expertise in child neuromuscularcare.
• Interest and experience in clinical research.
• Interest and experience in clinical trials.
• Interest and experience in education of medical students,residents/fellows
• Experience in leading regional clinical programs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication skills.

Broad knowledge and clinical skills in general pediatric neurologyand neuromuscular disorders.

Questions should be directed to: David Spatt,[e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 5/30/27.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

• Assistant Professor: $220,000- $240,000
• Associate Professor: $249,874 - $ 270,000
• Professor: $282,816- $325,000

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position is noteligible 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 plansand retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employerand complies with all applicable federal, state, and local lawsgoverning nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed tocreating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respectand dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated toensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conductbackground investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .