Open Rank Hematologist – Assistant – Associate Professor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental plan options

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement (401a)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Vacation days 22/year

Sick days 15/year

Holiday days 11/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking an Open Rank Hematologist–Assistant or Associate Professor for its Division of Medical Oncology. The role focuses on hematology in a community setting with inpatient/outpatient care at Highlands Ranch and cross-coverage at nearby centers.

The position involves clinical duties, collaboration with APPs, and active participation in trials and quality initiatives, with competitive compensation and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Board certified in Oncology or Hematology.
• 4–8+ years of experience in a community setting in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology.
• 1+ years of experience in a community setting in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology (preferred).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical hematology/oncology care in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Cover infusion center on a rotating basis.
• Collaborate with Hematology/Oncology APPs in clinic.
• Support 1:6 call coverage for community patients and Highlands Ranch Hospital; ~8–9 weeks annually.
• Participate in clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies.
• Lead quality improvement and case-management projects across care continuum.
• Participate in departmental meetings and tumor boards; assist with Fellows' activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Division of Medical Oncology

Job Title: Open Rank Hematologist – Assistant – AssociateProfessor

Position #00847464 – Requisition #39798

Job Summary:

The CU Anschutz Division of Medical Oncology is seeking a full-timeHematologist. This team member will be providing healthcare, interacting with professional colleagues in a multidisciplinary fashion to provide comprehensive care as a responsible professional.

Primary site of practice will be Highlands Ranch Medical Center(both inpatient and outpatient) with some cross coverage of LoneTree Medical Center and possibly Cherry Creek Medical Center. There will be inpatient rounding 2-4 days per week at Highlands Ranch Hospital with assistance from an APP. We are looking for a candidate with a strong work ethic who is a team player. We have developed a strong hard-working team who are invested in the program and the patients. We are striving to maintain that energy and value system. The mission of our center is to deliver high-quality, multidisciplinary hematology and oncology care in a highly accessible and patient-friendly manner. We offer cutting edge technology and clinical trials in a community setting. The Highlands Ranch Medical Center is a multispecialty building and offers on-site infusion center, blood bank, diagnostic laboratory, radiology services(including MRI, CT and PET/CT), a breast center, and multiple specialties including radiation oncology, surgery (general, ENT, breast, urologic, plastics), and gastroenterology (with endoscopy suites). We are connected to a 93-bed hospital and admit our oncology patients with the help of our very capable hospitalist team. This position would focus primarily on hematology, including both malignant and benign hematology. We hope to build a strong relationship with the Anschutz Medical Campus Division of Hematology to help facilitate clinical trials.

Key Responsibilities :

• Clinical work se eing patients d aily
• Covering the infusion center on a rotating basis during clinic days
• Working with Hematology/Oncology APPs (NPs or PAs) in clinic
• 1:6 call coverage for community practice patients and Highlands Ranch Hospital; approximately 8-9 weeks of call per year
• Work with Service Line Director to expand the hematology practice
• Attend Multi-Departmental Clinics & CME conferences regularly; Attend oncology service line meetings; clinical trial meetings
• Assist with investigator-initiated, cooperative group/industry trials
• Lead and participate in clinical quality improvement projects including management of critical pathway & case management across the continuum of care
• Attend via conference call monthly Clinical Affairs meetings, weekly tumor boards, present Fellows Conference 1/year, assist with Fellows interviews, work with Administrator on clinical data & other duties as assigned by Medical Director at Highlands Ranch and/or Division Head
• Maintain an accurate, legible, & confidential records using the UCH EPIC system.
  • Timely completion of charts within 7 days.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Highlands Ranch, CO.

Why Join Us:

CU Anschutz is an academic medical campus at the forefront of transformative education, science, medicine, and healthcare. From heart disease to cancer, Alzheimer's to COVID-19, our campus and collaborative partnerships advance the life-changing discoveries of tomorrow. We educate 4,500 degree‑seeking future health professionals and see over 2 million patient visits annually with $704 million in annual research grants. In the Department of Medicine alone, we have more than 1,000 faculty, 192 residents and 200 fellows distributed in 14 divisions, our clinical, research and academic programs attract the best providers, investigators, staff, and students from around the world who are transforming the future of health care.

In Medical Oncology, our faculty are acknowledged both nationally and internationally for their innovative work in cancer research, resulting in regular collaborations with a variety of institutions globally in addition to collaborations with colleagues within our own division and institution.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent 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 gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• 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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Assistant Professor

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution
• Board certified in Oncology or Hematology

Associate Professor

• Licensed MD or DO from accredited Institution
• Board certified in Oncology or Hematology
• 4-8+ years' experience in Community setting in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology

Preferred Qualifications:

Assistant Professor

• 1 or more years' experience in Community setting in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Assistant Professor: $350,000 to $400,000

Associate Professor: $400,000 to $500,000

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 [e-mail].

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.