Open Rank – Instructor, Senior Instructor, or Assistant Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology – Colorado Springs, CO

Job Title: Open Rank – Instructor, Senior Instructor, or Assistant Professor

Position #:00837204 – Requisition #:37324

Job Summary:

The Section of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology of the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM) is looking for a Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) Pediatric Allergist for a faculty position based in the Children’s Hospital Colorado – Colorado Springs outpatient clinic. Primary responsibilities will include comprehensive outpatient evaluation and management of patients with pediatric allergy and immunology conditions. While this position in Colorado Springs is primarily clinical, candidates with academic interests will have teaching and quality improvement opportunities. 

A candidate who is more academically inclined to pursue teaching or research opportunities would be suited for the Assistant Professor ranking while a candidate with only a clinical interest would be better suited for the Instructor ranking. Compensation is dependent on clinical productivity and years of experience. 

Keys Responsibilities

The position is located in Colorado Springs and will provide oversight and direct care for patients with pediatric allergy and immunology conditions in the outpatient setting. 

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

Direct Patient Care

• Conduct comprehensive allergy and immunology evaluations for pediatric patients. Diagnose and manage conditions such as allergic rhinitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis, food allergies, drug allergies, eosinophilic esophagitis, urticaria and angioedema, anaphylaxis, primary immunodeficiency disorders
• Document clinical encounters clearly and thoroughly in the electronic medical record. Review and interpret lab results, imaging, and specialty test results relevant to allergy and immunology. 

Coordination and Collaboration

• Coordinate care with primary care providers, pulmonologists, gastroenterologists, and other specialists. Collaborate with clinical staff to optimize patient flow and clinic efficiency. Respond to clinical messages and patient portal inquiries in a timely manner. 

Education and Quality Improvement

• Educate families and caregivers on chronic disease self-management. Stay current with evolving guidelines and evidence-based practices. Participate in quality improvement initiatives. Attend and contribute to department meetings, CME or case conferences when applicable·          

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Children’s Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorado’s Department of Pediatrics are ranked in the top 10 “Best Children’s Hospitals” and “Best Pediatric Programs” in Colorado by U.S. News and World Report. The Children’s Hospital in Colorado Springs has a level two pediatric trauma designation with 115 hospital beds (16 PICU, 50 NICU, and 49 medicine/ surgery). We have a growing number of subspecialty services available to