Adjoint Instructor

Job Summary:

The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Colorado invites applications for the position of Cleft Clinic Pediatrician at the Instructor level in the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology. The Cleft Clinic Pediatrician will practice in Colorado Springs, CO.

Colorado Springs is a wonderful place to live and is rated one of the top cities for families and for lifestyle. Colorado Springs is the second most populous city in the state of Colorado with a metropolitan population of 668,000. This beautiful city nestled against the edge of the Rockies is home to The Air Force Academy, the US Olympic Training Center and Pikes Peak. Our location allows for 300 days of sunshine per year and the opportunity for a multitude of outdoor activities including hiking, camping, biking, skiing, white water rafting, golf and fly fishing. With the addition of a free-standing Children's Hospital (2019) and some of the best public schools in the state, this makes Colorado Springs an ideal place to build a practice and a home.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Examples of Work Performed:

1. The candidate for this position would provide comprehensive care to pediatric patients with cleft lip and palette conditions. Care would consist of new patient consultation and follow-up care in the multidisciplinary outpatient clinic at Briargate as well as telephone follow-up and triage. Clinician will function in collaboration with the Briargate Cleft Clinic team.

2. Participate in care conferences at part of the multidisciplinary Cleft Clinic team.

3. Complete patient encounter documentation within CHCO and CU Medicine guidelines and bill for all services provided via CU Medicine.

Work Location: This position is expected to work onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university. With award-winning and renowned clinical and research faculty, the academic reputation of the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery is well known for its distinctive and highly productive clinical, research, and training programs. Our world-class healthcare facilities, well-established partnerships in business, industry and across the community drive excellence across our missions. The Denver Metro area and Colorado offer highly desirable quality of life owing to the weather, access to the outdoors, and thriving tech and higher education sectors, and the region has been growing rapidly over the last decade, fueling the corresponding growth of the University of Colorado health system.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• CO state medical license

• At least 2 years of prior experience as a pediatrician

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a pediatric cleft multidisciplinary clinic

• Proficiency working with Epic EMR system

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: Carly Moses, carly.moses@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until October 5, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Hourly rate of $115, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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, and does not reflect additional incentive-based compensation opportunity.

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.