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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Aurora Health and Wellness Center Physician - Assistant Professor
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Position Number: 5967310
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Medicine - Physicians

Aurora Health and Wellness Center Physician - Assistant Professor

Aurora Health and Wellness Center Physician - Assistant Professor - 36047 Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine

Job Title: Aurora Health and Wellness Center Physician - Assistant Professor

Position #00831528: - Requisition #36047:

Job Summary:

The CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center has an opening for a 1.0 FTE full-time faculty position available with an academic rank of Assistant Professor commensurate with skills and experience. We seek a qualified obesity medicine provider to provide weight management clinical services at the CU Medicine Weight Management and Wellness Clinic at the AHWC. This individual will work closely with and support other providers, including endocrinologists, internists, gastroenterologists, psychologists, advanced practice providers, and dieticians, with the ongoing care and treatment of physician-directed weight management services. This individual will also have an essential role in contributing to the growth of the clinic's comprehensive weight loss services and activities.

Eight half-day clinics per week at the CU Medicine Weight Management and Wellness Clinic (potential for 2-4 half days per week at satellite CU Medicine or UCHealth sites).
Two half-days per week of clinical administrative time (e.g. charting, patient messaging and refill requests)
Option to reduce number of half-day clinics per week if comparable salary support is identified (e.g. salary support from other clinical duties, research, weight loss programs, teaching, or administrative activities)

Examples of Work Performed

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

Serves as an obesity medicine provider for the CU Medicine Weight Management and Wellness Clinic, working with other providers to deliver ongoing care and treatment of patients seeking support for medical weight management
Will work with other providers and staff in the clinic to ensure that care is provided in a consistent and coordinated manner
Performs accurate physical examinations, evaluations, diagnoses, treatments, follow-ups, and consultations and develops a comprehensive plan of care, including evidence-based use of weight management pharmacotherapy in appropriate patients
Supervises and/or coordinates the activities of patient care
Reviews referrals and helps coordinate and navigate patient care
Assists with anti-obesity medication prescribing, prior authorization, and refill requests
Provides health education to patients and community health practitioners and groups
Participates in programmatic planning, developing specific evidence-based policies and procedures for the care of patients within the clinic
Practices safety, environmental, and infection control methods
Provides individualized patient teaching and counseling utilizing evidence-based practice
Refers to other providers and practices as needed for patient care and treatment planning
Completes necessary documentation in a timely fashion
Ensures strict compliance with University and professional policies/procedures
Adept at Electronic Health Record (EHR) and EHR troubleshooting, improvement processes, and downtime procedures
Actively participates in clinic marketing and patient recruitment
Active participation in health plan contracts
Remains credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current
Regular participation in clinic team meetings
Other duties as assigned

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center resides within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The CU Anschutz Health and Wellness Center (AHWC) is an interdisciplinary center whose overarching goals impact the campus while building towards sustainability. Either of these alone is insufficient. We strive to achieve both. Top researchers work side-by-side with clinicians to develop and deliver wellness and weight loss programs and work with patients, providers, students and trainees, employees, and researchers to take these programs beyond the center's walls into communities. The center's mission is "to collaborate with campus partners to develop and deliver programs and services targeting physical activity, nutrition, and mental well-being that enhance the lives of people who come here."

The center's vision is "a campus where wellness is a foundation of everything we do." All endeavors at the center are focused on this vision. An integrated approach with a shared philosophy is core to the development of the center's programs. These programs strive to involve every area of the business, including wellness clinic services, the fitness center, and the metabolic and demonstration kitchens. Without this integration, it is impossible to achieve the vision that catalyzed the center's development. The center serves as a "learning lab" for creating a model of standard care for wellness centers that can be replicated and exported.

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
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/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

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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Assistant Professor:

Candidate must possess MD or DO degree
Candidate must be board-certified in a primary care specialty or endocrinology
One to seven years of previous clinical experience in weight management and treatment of obesity

Preferred Qualifications:

Obesity Medicine Fellowship Training
Board-certified in Obesity Medicine and/or Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution and treat all co-workers with respect, dignity, and professionalism as per university policy
Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion
Demonstrated enthusiasm about a career in academic medicine with a strong interest in providing excellent clinical care
Interest and proven ability to teach fellows, residents and students
Interest in opportunities in clinical research

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: Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 2/3/2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $170,000 to $200,000.

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

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 - 20148 - SOM-FM GENERAL OPERATIONS Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Jan 29, 2025 Unposting Date
: Feb 4, 2025, 6:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Lydia Lyon Posting Contact Email: Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00831528

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36047&lang=en