IPCC/MSPC Clinical Instructor

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Medicine- General Internal Medicine

Job Title: IPCC/MSPC Clinical Instructor

Position #00835776 – Requisition #37157 

Job Summary:

The Interprofessional Certificate in Palliative Care (IPCC)/Master of Science in Palliative Care (MSPC) are online graduate education programs that prepare providers—physicians, nurses (including BSN and advanced practice nurses), physician assistants, pharmacists, social workers, spiritual care providers, psychologists, therapists, counselors and ethicists—to be Palliative Care Community Specialists. Graduates provide high-quality palliative consultation and care to patients and families living with serious and life-threatening illness. The IPCC/MSPC programs are based at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine. The MSPC is foundational for the University of Colorado Community Hospice and Palliative Medicine (CHPM) Fellowship for physicians who wish to become board-certified practitioners in palliative care and hospice. 

This position will be co-teaching spirituality content in the programs. We are seeking two people to fulfill this role; one as a Medical Doctor and one with a Master’s in Divinity (or comparable degree). 

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-/create online content for IPCC/MSPC courses. Content will be based on current evidence for best practices of care, follow ADA guidelines, include diverse perspectives, and properly credit work from other sources.
• Co-/grade student submissions in a timely manner as determined by faculty mentor.
• Engage in respectful communication and collaboration with students, faculty, and program leadership.
• Attend quarterly MSPC faculty meetings.
• Mentor students as needed. 

Work Location:

Remote – This role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States. 

Why Join Us:

The Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM), established at the University of Colorado in 1977, was one of the first GIM divisions established within the United States. Building on a rich history and tradition, our GIM Division has undergone significant change and evolution to maintain our goal of being a national leader in patient care, medical education and health services research. 

We take our three-part mission of patient care, medical education, and research​seriously. Each of our affiliated institutions has its own unique medical care programs. These programs, when taken together, provide a wide breadth and depth of clinical experiences that allows our trainees to experience virtually all aspects of inpatient and ambulatory medical care. 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Master’s Candidates:

• At least 2 years clinical palliative care medicine or spiritual care experience
• Master of Divinity or similar