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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Pediatrics - Cardiology
Job Title: Instructor of Clinical Practice - Inpatient Cardiac Hospitalist
Position #: 00007827 - Requisition #:38495
Job Summary:
The Heart Institute Inpatient Services are comprised of two units: Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (CPCU) and the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU). These are high volume and often high acuity units that share patients, providers, and vision, but also with their individual characteristics and challenges. These units provide outstanding cardiac care to critically ill and acutely ill children in the Rocky Mountain Region and beyond. What these units share:

• A commitment to collaboration among the multi-disciplinary staff which includes anesthesiologists, cardiologists, intensivists, surgeons, nurses, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, dieticians, and occupational and physical and speech therapists.
• A commitment to patient respect, justice, and family inclusion-based care.
• A robust quality improvement and process improvement platform and safety team.

The inpatient units provide comprehensive care for critically ill children and adults with congenital and acquired heart disease. The units care for pre-term infants, neonates with complex disease, all age children, and the adult congenital population. The units are committed to service excellence and a model of interdisciplinary care.

• 40 total beds in the CPCU and 22-26 beds in the CICU
• Dedicated pediatric cardiac-specialized nurses.
• CPCU and CICU attendings and vital core of advanced care providers.
• Active mechanical assist device program, including ventricular assist devices and ECMO. The Heart Institute is an active member and participant in PAC3 and PC4, multicenter acute care cardiology registries.
• Opportunities for participation in QI and patient safety work, clinical, translational, and acute care registries.

Under the supervision of an attending cardiologist, the Inpatient Cardiac Hospitalist will provide care for patients admitted to the CICU and the CPCU. These patients are admitted through the CHC emergency department, transfers from outside institutions, direct admissions, or transfers from the CICU. They will also assist in the diagnosis and clinical care of congenital and acquired heart disease in patients from neonates to adults with congenital heart disease, especially postoperative care including management of ventilator support, inotropes, mechanical circulatory support, nutrition, and infection management.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provides and coordinates clinical care for patients admitted to the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit.
• Collaboration with learners and trainees, which includes rotating residents and students as well as categorical pediatric cardiology fellows.
• Participate in daily nursing led and family-attended bedside rounds with the cardiology acute care hospitalist attending in the CPCU or the Cardiac Intensivist attending in the CICU.
• Coordination of transfers to the CPCU from the CICU
• Coordination of discharge planning.
• Partnership with cardiology nursing leadership and bedside nurses for patient care and patient flow
• Participate in PC4 and PAC3 multi-institutional database and liaison with like institutions and units.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
The Heart Institute Inpatient Services are comprised of two units: Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (CPCU) and the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU). These are high volume and often high acuity units that share patients, providers, and vision, but also with their individual characteristics and challenges. These units provide outstanding cardiac care to critically ill and acutely ill children in the Rocky Mountain Region and beyond. What these units share:

• A commitment to collaboration among the multi-disciplinary staff which includes anesthesiologists, cardiologists, intensivists, surgeons, nurses, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, dieticians, and occupational and physical and speech therapists.
• A commitment to patient respect, justice, and family inclusion-based care.
• A robust quality improvement and process improvement platform and safety team.

Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD)/Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
• American Board of Pediatrics board certified or board-eligible
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing clinical care for acutely ill and critically ill children, ideally with experience in the care of neonates and children with complex congenital heart disease and single ventricle physiology

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to be flexible and collaborative within the Heart Institute and other areas within CHCO

How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
1. Curriculum vitae / Resume
2. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addre
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Jon Kaufman at JON.2.KAUFMAN@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 8/31/2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$145,000-155,000.
The above 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:
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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
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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.