Open Track – Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology

University of Colorado

Aurora (CO)

On-site

USD 352,000 - 565,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(a) plan

Paid time off

Vacation 22 days/year

Sick days 15/year

Holiday days 15/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz seeks a Pediatric Anesthesiologist for the Children’s Hospital Colorado site in Colorado Springs, CO. The role emphasizes clinical anesthesia with teaching responsibilities and potential for subspecialty track alignment.

Rank options include Assistant Professor or Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice, with supportive faculty tracks and a comprehensive benefits package. Onsite work at CHCO is required.

Qualifications

Licensed to practice medicine in Colorado by hire date.
Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Anesthesiology.
Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology desirable; MOCA participation expected.

Responsibilities

Provide anesthesia care in OR and radiology; manage perioperative care.
Teach medical students and fellows at bedside as needed.
Assist in clinical service with on-call rotations; no mandated research expectations.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Teaching experience

ACLS/PALS

Education

Fellowship-trained Pediatric Anesthesiology

Pediatric Anesthesiology board certification desirable

Colorado medical license

Job description

Department: Anesthesiology

Open Track – Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology

Position #: 00852133 – Requisition #: 40892

University of Colorado Anschutz

Job Summary: The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology has an opening for a full-time Pediatric Anesthesiologist at the faculty rank of Assistant Professor/Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice. To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs. The chief responsibility of the department is to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical operations and painful invasive and diagnostic procedures. The University of Colorado affiliated hospitals have top nationally-recognized physicians delivering the best possible anesthetic care and a full range of perioperative care services.

The primary clinical site for this position is the Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) in Colorado Springs, CO.

Key Responsibilities

Duties in this faculty position will include primarily clinical and occasional teaching and service responsibilities. Some of the specific responsibilities will be as follows: The attending pediatric anesthesiologist will personally provide anesthesia care 100% of the time. He/she will examine the patient before and after anesthesia, write pre- and post-anesthesia orders, confirm that the patient is ready for anesthesia before induction, manage the anesthetic period, and follow the patient for as long as is appropriate in the post-anesthesia period. The scope of anesthesia for this position includes most pediatric subspecialities including but not limited to pediatric surgery, ENT (including craniofacial), urology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, trauma, gastroenterology, and acute pain. He/she should also be comfortable with regional anesthesia.
The candidate will primarily perform these services in the operating room or in radiology and will take their share of in-house and pager calls. Candidates are also expected to contribute to the teaching needs of the Department and the School of Medicine primarily through occasional medical student and fellow education at the bedside. There is no expectation to contribute to the research missions of the University.

Work Location

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

Why Join Us

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:

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: 15/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

All attending anesthesiologists must be licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado. All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiology ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board in both Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to a diploma of the American Board of Anesthesiology. Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology (MOCA) participation is required for all board-certified faculty.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant Professor

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado by effective hire date
All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Anesthesiology
Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology is highly desirable
Experience teaching Anesthesiology

Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Colorado by effective hire date
All are expected to be either in the examination process of the American Board of Anesthesiologists ("board eligible") or a Diplomat of the Board, or to be holding certification of foreign training that is recognized as equivalent to its diploma by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Anesthesiology
Board certification in pediatric anesthesiology is highly desirable
Experience teaching Anesthesiology

Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of collaboration and ongoing success.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesiology and Peri-operative Medicine
ACLS and PALS certification are required at time of hire, ATLS is required within one year of hire date

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 directed 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

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

Assistant Professor - $352,000
Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice: $352,000

The Colorado Springs practice uses a clinical day equivalent (CDE) compensation model to determine total compensation such that variable pay is available for additional compensation of up to $213,000. The CDE model also follows a unique but very competitive leave program.

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.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz 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.

Primary Location

Aurora

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Aug 20, 2026

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

David Feenstra