University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Pathology
Job Title: CAP and CLIA Medical Director, UCHealth Highlands Ranch
Hospital Pathology Laboratory - Instructor to Senior Instructor
Position #00812907 - Requisition #30733
Job Summary: |
Nature of Work: The Department of Pathology employs ~150 faculty, including 4.5 FTE pathologists at HRH. We seek an experienced anatomic and clinical pathologist (Instructor to Clinical Associate Professor), to lead other pathologists and serve as CLIA/CAP Medical Director of the HRH Laboratory. Candidates with high volume clinical experience of at least 5 years, experience in laboratory leadership, management, compliance, and strong communication/interpersonal skills will be favored. Candidates currently in private/community settings as well as AP/CP active academic positions are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to perform both high volume complex frozen sections and rapid on-site performance (of palpable lesions) as well as evaluation of fine needle aspirations, although other pathologists in the group are board certified in cytology and will oversee the Anatomic Pathology/Frozen section service. Faculty cover the practice Monday-Friday on site, as well as nights and weekends for emergencies and consultations. Three Pathologist Assistants (PAs) and one cytotechnologist are on site to assist with procedures. Gross examinations and sectioning of samples, frozen section processing are performed by experienced PAs under the supervision of a pathologist. Timely consultations with subspecialty experts at the University of Colorado are provided on an as needed basis. Immunohistochemical stains are performed on site with 24-hour turnaround time for most biopsy cases. Pathologists and the laboratory are backed up by subspecialty pathologists at UCH, connected by digital imaging as well as daily courier services. Employment expectations: This position requires day-to-day clinical, leadership and administrative duties in both anatomic and clinical pathology including:
Education and scholarly activities
Academic Administrative Activities
Additional Responsibilities
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Work Location: |
In person - Highlands Ranch Hospital, Highlands Ranch, Colorado |
Why Join Us: |
The University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology provides extensive expertise in Clinical and Anatomic Pathology for the flagship hospital, University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado as well as Highlands Ranch Hospital (HRH), in the UCHealth system. HRH opened in 2019 and is a rapidly growing, full-service hospital with 139 licensed beds in Fall 2023 featuring a birth center including C-section operating rooms and Level III NICU, an intensive care unit, numerous operating rooms, a Level III trauma center, emergency department, advanced cardiac services, and imaging center. Immediately adjacent to HRH is an affiliated 85,000-square-foot medical office building housing a two-story cancer center and medical offices. HRH partners with clinical faculty of the University of Colorado School of Medicine and community physicians to provide medical care to the South Denver metro community. HRH has a College of American Pathologists accredited Laboratory, staffed by CU School of Medicine/Department of Pathology faculty physicians. Attending pathologists oversee or perform ~ 500,000 clinical and ~12,000 anatomic pathology tests annually, including ~500 frozen sections, ~9,000 surgical pathology and 1,200 cytology cases (including fine needle aspiration biopsies) per year. The HRH Laboratory performs low, medium and high complexity testing to support HRH patients and 12 affiliated outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers and the Lone Tree Health Center. Our NAPBC accredited breast center and HRH's commitment to medical and surgical oncology care drive a high volume of cancer resection cases (higher than is typically seen in a community setting). HRH has a collegial atmosphere and Just Culture, where all are encouraged to participate in patient safety and quality improvement on a daily basis. The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness. |
Diversity and Equity: |
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. |
Qualifications: |
Minimum Qualifications: Instructor minimum qualifications
Senior Instructor, minimum qualifications.
Desired Qualifications:
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How to Apply: |
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: Pamela.Yearous@cuanschutz.edu |
Screening of Applications Begins: |
Immediately and will continues until position is filled. |
Anticipated Pay Range: |
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: 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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. 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 |
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 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. |