Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

Job Description - Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice (40830)

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice - 40830

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Pediatrics, Section of General Pediatrics

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

Position #:00662880 - Requisition #:40830

Job Summary:

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

This is an Assistant Professor level position, involving clinical work in an outpatient setting which includes teaching responsibilities for clinical trainees. This position primarily works daytime hours, Monday - Friday.

Provider must be willing to cover evening hours when needed. Patient documentation will be completed during administrative time. Child Health clinic serves as a medical home for over 10,000 low-income children. The faculty member will serve as a primary care provider for a specified panel of patients. They will be responsible for managing their well visits, follow up visits, care coordination, chronic illness management, and treatment of minor and acute illness.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a "Pod Attending" the provider will work in the clinic to provide care for patients on their panel, same day sick visits for other providers, and manage walk-ins and overbook requests.
• They will serve as doctor of the day where they would be available to answer questions from triage nurses, sign medication refills and field other patient requests.
• Cover after hours call approximately 4 weeks per year from their home and participate in the evening clinic rotation with other CHC faculty members.
• Additionally, the faculty member will be expected to contribute to the education of the trainees. Duties include the following: teaching and supervising the patient care of students and fellows, leading didactic educational sessions, providing feedback to trainees on their performance.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO

Why Join Us:

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice:

Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.

Experience teaching learners in a clinical environment.

At least one year of experience providing primary care in an outpatient setting.

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:

Clinical experience with children from underserved backgrounds

More than one year of clinical experience in a pediatric outpatient environment.

More than one year of clinical experience in a pediatric primary care location.

Clinical experience in an academic setting.

Spanish speaking preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Applicants must have some experience with pediatric patients.

Capable of managing multiple patients at a time.

Strong communication skills.

Job requires flexibility in both duties and hours. We are looking for an energetic, open-minded provider who enjoys working with a diverse and difficult population.

Strong collaborator and team player.

How to Apply:

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: Rebecca Barlow, Rebecca.barlow@childrenscolorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by August 19, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$177,180 - $197,516

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 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 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:

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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category

: Faculty

Primary Location

: Aurora

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20875 - SOM-PEDS General Peds-GenOps

Schedule

: Full-time

Posting Date

: Aug 14, 2026

Unposting Date

: Aug 20, 2026, 11:29:00 AM

Posting Contact Name: Rebecca Barlow

Posting Contact Email: Rebecca.barlow@childrenscolorado.org

Position Number: 00662880