Colorado Springs Clinical Medical Director - Open Rank

This 1.0 FTE/0.80 cFTE position for Assistant/Associate Professor will serve within the Section of Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplantation–Cellular Therapeutics (BMT‑CT), providing both direct clinical care and strategic leadership for pediatric hematology/oncology services at Children’s Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs (COS). This faculty member will independently manage and supervise all CCBD inpatient and outpatient services, including the COS infusion center, while also fulfilling key responsibilities of the Colorado Springs Medical Director for Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. In this dual role, the position partners closely with nursing, operational leadership, the CHCO‑COS Chief Medical Officer, and colleagues on the Anschutz Campus to ensure safe, high‑quality, efficient, and patient‑ and family‑centered care across all clinical settings. The faculty member may also provide periodic outpatient coverage at the CCBD South Campus (Highlands Ranch) based on clinical volumes and institutional needs.

As Medical Director, the faculty member provides strategic and operational oversight for all hematology and oncology services in Colorado Springs. The role collaborates broadly with physician leaders across Southern Colorado; CCBD Section leadership; and institutional teams in Quality and Patient Safety, Clinical Effectiveness, Patient and Family Experience, Pharmacy, Informatics, and Business Operations. The Medical Director serves as a champion for initiatives that strengthen clinical operations, quality, safety, and patient and provider experience, and supports continued growth of pediatric hematology, oncology, and related services throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage inpatient, outpatient, and infusion care for pediatric CCBD and non‑CCBD conditions; provide emergency care and triage/transfer.

• Write and execute all clinical orders including chemotherapy and blood products; supervise infusions and transfusions.

• Perform lumbar punctures, bone marrow procedures, skin biopsies, and other clinically indicated procedures.

• Collaborate with faculty and referring providers; provide education and resources for patients and families.

• Participate in clinical research protocols and academic/QI initiatives.

• Provide education for residents, fellows, APPs, nursing, and students.

• Lead clinical operations, develop standards of care, and optimize staffing and workflows.

• Ensure equitable call coverage and support seamless transitions across the CHCO system.

• Lead quality and safety initiatives; respond to reports and grievances.

• Champion high‑quality documentation and partner with Informatics to optimize Epic.

• Participate in leadership meetings, tumor boards, and regional forums; support regional partnerships.

• Develop/review performance metrics; support cost containment and financial stewardship.

• Participate in call coverage approximately every fourth week/weekend.

• Perform other mission‑related duties as assigned.

Children’s Colorado has had a presence in the Southern Colorado Community for over a decade. Our first and only Pediatric Hospital in Southern Colorado opened in 2019.

• 294,000 square feet, five levels of patient care

• Level II Trauma Center

• Only dedicated pediatric Emergency Department 28 total patient care rooms: 16 exam rooms, 2 trauma/resuscitation rooms, 5 intake/super track, 6 behavioral health and 9 shelled exam rooms.

• 115 Beds

o 66 Critical Care Beds: 16 PICU, 50 NICU

o 44 Med Surg: 39 inpatient beds/5 post beds.

o 5 Sleep Study

o 4 EMU

• 4 OR Rooms (3 OR shelled), 1 Procedure Room, 22 Private Recovery Rooms (includes 5 rooms extended recovery beds), 11 shelled rooms.

• Imaging includes MRI, CT, Ultrasounds and Fluoroscopy

• Supporting Services: Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Four Locations in Southern Colorado

• Children’s Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs

• Outpatient Care at Briargate Specialty Clinics

• Telstar: Therapy and Behavioral Health

• Memorial Hospital Central (NICU)

• 40+ Specialty Services Provided

• Integrated Behavioral Health Program embedded in outpatient specialty program.

• 300+ Providers, 1,300+ total team members

• University of Colorado School of Medicine Branch Campus: Colorado Springs Connection and alignment to University of Colorado School of Medicine and larger Anschutz Medical Campus brings potential opportunities and collaboration in education and research spaces.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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

Assistant Professor

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); must be board certified in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology after completion of an ACGME accredited pediatric Hematology/Oncology fellowship and maintenance of continuous certification without lapse

• Active Colorado state license and DEA certification.

• Current compliance with human subjects research certifications and requirements without lapse.

• Minimum of 2 years of independent clinical experience in pediatric hematology/oncology with or without bone marrow transplant experience.

Associate Professor

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO); must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and maintenance of continuous certification without lapse.

• Active Colorado state license and DEA certification.

• Current compliance with human subjects research certifications and requirements without lapse.

• Minimum of 6 years of independent clinical experience in pediatric hematology/oncology with or without bone marrow transplant experience.

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:

• 3 years of formal leadership experience

• Experience managing Children’s Oncology Group study protocols including clinical care coordination and study audits.

• Familiarity with or fluency (preferred) in medical Spanish, meeting hospital criteria for language certification qualification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate professionally, clearly and effectively with staff and faculty within and outside the Section, Department and/or hospital.

• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients and families and colleagues.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Strong advocacy skills.

• Knowledge of best practices in patient safety and quality care.

• Ability to write orders, including diagnostic tests, medications, care instructions, and adding to patients’ electronic medical records.

• Ability to perform selected procedures including but not limited to lumbar punctures with or without intrathecal chemotherapy and bone marrow aspirates and biopsies.

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: Staci.Ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org

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

Assistant Professor: $182,700 - $206,400

Associate Professor: $224,300 - $263,300

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.

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