Assistant Professor or Associate Professor (open rank)

Position #00611989 – Requisition #40763

About the Role

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking an Academic Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physician. The position rank is open (Assistant or Associate Professor) and will provide medical services in both inpatient and outpatient environments at Children's Hospital Colorado and potential sites within its network of care.

This role is ideal for a team-oriented professional with strong teaching and academic interests, dedicated to advancing pediatric rehabilitation medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in inpatient settings, including service on the inpatient rehabilitation unit and inpatient rehabilitation consultation team.
• Participate in general rehabilitation clinics and multi-disciplinary clinics.
• Educate Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine fellows, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residents, medical students, and physical therapy students.
• Engage in quality improvement activities and pursue scholarly activities, including mentoring residents and fellows.
• Support the continued growth of the department at Children’s Hospital Colorado.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD/DO from an accredited institution.
• Board certified/eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• Board certified/eligible in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine.

Assistant Professor:

• Preferred: 3 years of experience in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine.

Associate Professor:

• 5 years of experience in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience caring for patients with high medical and psychosocial complexity.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a rehabilitation team and develop relationships within the medical community.

Why Join Us

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Colorado ("CU PM&R") is a leader in team science, regenerative medicine, and exercise treatments. Located on the state-of-the-art CU Anschutz Medical Campus, the department integrates rehabilitation medicine, physical therapy, psychology, speech/language therapy, and rehabilitation sciences into a singular, collaborative environment.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with Children’s Hospital Colorado, a nationally recognized pediatric health system dedicated exclusively to children. Consistently ranked among the top 10 children’s hospitals in the nation, Children’s Hospital Colorado provides world-class specialists, leading research programs, and a culture focused on innovation and improving children’s lives.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical and Dental: Multiple plan options.
• Additional Insurance: Disability, life, and vision coverage.
• Retirement: 401(a) Plan with a 10% employer contribution of gross pay.
• Paid Time Off:
  • Vacation: 22 days/year (maximum accrual of 352 hours).
  • Sick Leave: 15 days/year (unlimited accrual).
  • Holidays: 11 days/year.
• Tuition Benefit: Accessible for employees on all CU campuses.
• ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD bus and light rail service.
• Additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is:

• Assistant Professor: $211,600 - $238,000
• Associate Professor: $251,000 - $292,000

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless non-exempt. Total compensation includes generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions.

Schedule

Full-time, onsite role located in Aurora, Colorado.