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Colorado Springs Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Physician - Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

Colorado Springs Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Physician - Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice - 39799 Faculty Description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Pediatrics - Hematology/Oncology/BMT

Job Title: Colorado Springs Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Physician

Position #: 00847530 - Requisition #:39799

Job Summary:

The Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice will be in the Section of Hematology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplantation-Cellular Therapeutics (BMT-CT). This faculty position will focus primarily on the care of infants, children, adolescents and young adults in the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD) at Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs Hospital (COS). This position will be expected to independently manage and supervise the CCBD inpatient and outpatient services including the infusion center at the COS site. This position may also provide coverage of outpatient clinics periodically to CCBD South Campus (Highlands Ranch) site as needed based on clinical volumes and needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary management of inpatient, outpatient, and infusion care of infants, children, and adolescents undergoing therapy for a variety of CCBD and non-CCBD related diagnoses, including emergency care and transfer/triage to higher level care as clinically indicated.
  
• Provide education and support for rotating residents, fellows, PNP, PA, RN students, advanced practice providers (APPs), nursing, and other support staff.
  
• Perform lumbar punctures including intrathecal chemotherapy administration if applicable, bone marrow aspirates, bone marrow biopsies, Ommaya taps and medication administration, skin biopsies, and other minor procedures as needed for treatment and therapy.
  
• Communicate and collaborate with other faculty and referring providers regarding shared patients including timely consultations, response to communications, and coordination of care, as well as with other CCBD and non-CCBD faculty to communicate with primary care and other referring providers.
  
• Share in call coverage (inpatient, holiday, weekend, and nights) with other CCBD faculty. This is estimated to be approximately every fourth week and approximately every fourth weekend at the Colorado Springs Hospital location.
  

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Colorado Springs, CO.

Why Join Us:

Colorado Springs is ranked in the top 10 most desirable places to live in the United States by US News and World Report. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from a wide variety of activities ranging from hiking, biking, fishing, camping, golfing, and skiing. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak, America's Mountain, this beautiful city can receive over 300 days of sunshine and offers an ideal climate year-round. Additionally, the city has a robust visual and performing arts community. It is home to the US Olympic Training Center and three universities including The Air Force Academy. All three universities have an active athletic department and performing arts. The Colorado Springs metro area has a population over 700,000 with excellent schools and a robust economy. While Colorado Springs has a lot to do, Denver is only 60 miles north - you can enjoy the benefits of both cities!

Children's Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorado's Department of Pediatrics are ranked in the top 10 "Best Children's Hospitals" and "Best Pediatric Programs" in Colorado by U.S. News and World Report. The Children's Hospital in Colorado Springs has a level two pediatric trauma designation with 115 hospital beds (16 PICU, 50 NICU, and 49 medicine/ surgery). We have a growing number of subspecialty services available to provide topnotch pediatric care - both inpatient and outpatient.

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.

• Graduation from an accredited Medical School.
  
• Completion of an accredited ACGME Pediatric Hematology/Oncology fellowship.
  
• At least 1-2 years of experience in General Pediatrics or Hematology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplantation - Cellular Therapeutics (BMT-CT).
  

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
  
• Continuous maintenance of Hospital Privileges, Continuing Medical Education, and Licenses and Certification requirements
  
• Continuous compliance with all training and licensing requirements
  

*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:

• Two or more years in a pediatric Hematology, Oncology and/or BMT setting.
  
• Experience with care coordination and/or management of other pediatric sub-specialties and complex pediatric disease management.
  
• Experience in Clinical Research is desirable.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of pediatric Hematology/Oncology/BMT as a discipline.
  
• Knowledge of infusion therapies for non-Hematology/Oncology/BMT diagnoses including but not limited rheumatology, gastroenterology, neurology, and other pediatric sub-specialties which use drugs that are common in the pediatric heme/onc patient population (immunoglobulin, antibody therapies, blood transfusions, chemotherapy agents, and similar).
  
• Communicate effectively in written and spoken skills.
  
• Ability to work independently in both the inpatient and outpatient settings of an academic medical center.
  
• Independent patient care experience in the context of complex, tertiary, and higher care medical practice.
  
• Independent proficiency in performing bone marrow aspirations and biopsies, lumbar punctures with or without intrathecal chemotherapy, Ommaya taps with or without instillation of chemotherapy, skin or small tissue biopsies and other minor procedures.
  
• Comfort with managing infusion and medication reactions including allergic, transfusion, and anaphylactic reactions.
  
• Ability to promote, focus on, and participate in mature, compassionate, and professional team dynamics, Patient Safety, Quality Care, Communication and Customer Service.
  
• Ability to be comfortable with and promote a team-oriented approach with both patients and colleagues.
  

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: Staci Ertzberger - Staci.Ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 6/1/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The hiring range for this position has been established at $191,000-228,000.

The above 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 Employment 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 - 20877 - SOM-PEDS Hematology-Onc-GenOps Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Apr 30, 2026 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Staci Ertzberger Posting Contact Email: Staci.Ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org Position Number: 00847530

To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39799&lang=en







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