Family Physician - Aurora Wellness Community Health Center (AWCHC) Open Rank - Senior Instructor Series

Job Summary:

The clinician (MD or DO) in this position will function as a family medicine provider in our new Aurora Wellness Center. Clinic location as a .50 clinician without dedicated residency precepting responsibilities. This position will provide high quality medical care.

This position is posted at the Senior Instructor level. In the event that one's experience exceeds that of a Senior Instructor, or if the candidate wants to be on the promotion track, Assistant Professor will be considered. If the candidate has additional experience, Associate Professor or Professor will be considered.

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Clinical Care

• Provide full scope of direct patient care in an ambulatory clinical setting.
• Participate as needed in chart review and clinical coding compliance activities.
• Assist in supervision of advanced practice providers at the clinic.
• Supervise medical students, residents, fellows, and other healthcare learners as the AWC Clinic transitions to an interdisciplinary teaching site in 3-5 years.
• Assist in administrative/clinical quality improvement functions relating to a variety of programs at the direction of the medical director.

Teaching and Mentoring

• Provide education to fellows, residents and medical students during their ambulatory rotation.

Administrative/Professional Development

• Maintain eligibility for School of Medicine Faculty.
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in field, both academically and through applied skill.
• Attend and present at conferences, meetings and trainings in order to maintain certification and enhance professional skills; participates in faculty development activities.
• Accept other responsibilities assigned by the Medical Director.

Quality

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the strategy for quality improvement.
• Identify metrics and benchmarks for the transition to FQHC requirements.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

With a vision to create health, wealth, and well-being in Aurora, the mission of the Aurora Wellness Community Health Center ("AWCHC'') is to collaborate with the community to create coordinated, comprehensive, equitable, and financially sustainable opportunities for individuals, families, and communities in Aurora to thrive. AWC will be a comprehensive resource hub that will serve as a patient-centered healthcare collaborative with efficient and effective interprofessional teams of care providers focused on addressing the social determinants of health. The AWC clinic will provide comprehensive primary care for the communities adjacent to the AMC with a trajectory of becoming a Federally Qualified Health Center.

Among these is the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) which is dedicated to "helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has four focus areas, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care - Providing outstanding care to patients;
• Education - Training the family medicine and primary care workforce;
• Research - Creating and disseminating new knowledge;
• Communities - Connecting with our communities to achieve health equity

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
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/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

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Senior Instructor Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care.

Assistant Professor Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care.

Associate Professor Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program and 7+ years' experience working in primary care.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care. Ability to meet the School of Medicine's criteria for associate professor.

Professor Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
• Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program and 10+ years' experience working in primary care.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care. Ability to meet the School of Medicine's criteria for full professor.

Preferred Qualifications (all positions)

• Experience in the care of medically underserved patients, preferably in an FQHC setting.
• Experience and enthusiasm for teaching students and/or residents and working in a residency-based clinic.
• Experience or interest in education and research and faculty development.
• Experience with using an electronic health record system, preferably Epic.
• Experience with providing Telehealth/virtual visits.
• Licensed MAT provider.
• Experience or interest in LGBTQ+ patient care.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (all positions)

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic and Department of Family Medicine faculty and staff.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Experience training and developing staff.
• Ability to meet clinic-specific competencies and expectations.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

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 www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until April 6th, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Senior Instructor: $194,349 to $215,000, plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

Assistant Professor: $194,349 to $215,000, plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

Associate Professor: $200,000 to $220,000 plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

Professor: $206,000 to $225,000 plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.

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.

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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@ucdenver.edu.

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.