Director Diagnostic Residency Program - Open Rank

Job Summary:

The Department of Radiology has an opening for a full-time Director to lead its Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program. The University of Colorado Diagnostic Radiology Residency is a large, academic training program. Our 44 residents and 2 Chief Radiology Residents proudly contribute to excellent patient care at our four main clinical sites: UCHealth, our quaternary, 1,000-bed university hospital; Denver Health, a top-10 safety net county hospital and clinic system; the Children's Hospital of Colorado; and the Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Medical Center. Our program provides innovative and individualized training for future leaders in radiology. The residency is built around a flexible schedule that allows for individualized growth as well as an intentional and thoughtful curriculum. Upon graduation, nearly all trainees at the University of Colorado pursue subspecialty fellowship training in academic environments.

The Program Director (PD) provides the vision, mission, and operational leadership for a world-class residency program. A successful PD will be a role model to faculty members and an inspiration to residents and students as they display unwavering professionalism, outstanding patient care, and a scholarly approach to their role. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in educational excellence and be a dynamic, transformational leader. Additionally, they will be expected to work as part of an interdisciplinary, interprofessional team to create an educational environment that promotes high-quality care, patient safety, and resident well-being.

The program offers a total of 0.7 FRE for all leadership including PD and Associate PDs, compliant with ACGME program leadership dedicated time requirements.

Supervision Received:

• Reports to the Department of Radiology (DOR) Chairperson and Vice Chair of Education (VCE)

Supervision Exercised:

• Oversees 3 Associate Program Directors, and subspecialty education coordinators. A well-established team of program coordinators and administrators is in place and ready to support the new Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees and guides the training and mentorship of all PGY 2-5 residents within the residency program. Oversees the selection, guidance, and evaluation of the Chief Radiology Residents.
• Provides direction and support for core faculty, Associate Program Directors (APDs), subspecialty Section Education Directors, and any other teaching faculty or those supporting residents. The PD, in conjunction with the VCE, provides mentorship, promotion of educational scholarship, faculty career development, and offers broad dissemination of educational skills and techniques to teaching faculty. Oversees the evaluation of faculty involved in teaching residents in the DOR. Provides oversight support for the residency administrative operations.
• Assures compliance with all ACGME requirements by continuously monitoring all aspects of the programs, including but not limited to curriculum, work hours, evaluations, performance of residents, performance of faculty, and review of resident and faculty survey results. Prepares and oversees the conduct of the ACGME required evaluations, including WebADs, Annual Program Evaluation, and Self-Study. Responds to recommendations from the institutional GMEC and ACGME. Responsible for the Clinical Competency Committee, Program Evaluation Committee, Milestone reporting, remediation, and promotion of all trainees in the program. Conducts or attends all committees related to the residency training program.
• Attends GMEC meetings and represents the DOR at these meetings.
  
• Directs and manages all aspects of the Residency recruitment process to ensure the highest quality of resident candidates.
• Works closely with the resident leadership team, including the Chief Radiology Residents, to ensure wellbeing monitoring and integration of educational programs in a manner that promotes physician wellness.
• In collaboration with the VCE, is responsible for residency budget and institutional role support of residency program faculty.
  
• Attends annual national meetings to advance programmatic innovations, career development, evaluation, and achievement of clinical competencies and actively participates in efforts to improve residency training nationally.
• Actively participates in hospital meetings related to patient care and residency training to ensure patient care needs, regulations, and hospital operational procedures and policies are met in relation to the provision of resident patient care. Works closely with hospital leadership at all sites to ensure adequate space and rotations for assigned residents at all sites.
• Maintains open communication with the Chairperson of the DOR and VCE to keep them informed of program changes and for recommendations or problem-solving related to the program.

Work Location:

Why Join Us:

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

The Department of Radiology's mission is to train future leaders in radiology by cultivating a supportive, diverse, and inspiring learning environment. We prepare residents to be outstanding clinicians, in both the inpatient and outpatient spaces, who are also well prepared upon graduation to advance the field as researchers, educators, advocates, and scholars.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $705 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

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. 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.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

The rank is dependent on a combination of academic accomplishments, career pathway, as well as input from the department's Promotion and Tenure committee.

Assistant Professor:

• Candidates must have an M.D., D.O. (or International equivalent).
• Board-certified in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology (or International equivalent).
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of administrative and leadership experience in graduate medical education at either the section, departmental, or institutional level.

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrate commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

Associate Professor:

• Candidates must have an M.D., D.O. (or International equivalent).
• Board-certified in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology (or International equivalent).
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of administrative and leadership experience in graduate medical education at either the section, departmental, or institutional level.

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrate commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

Professor:

• Candidates must have an M.D., D.O. (or International equivalent).
• Board-certified in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology (or International equivalent).
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of administrative and leadership experience in graduate medical education at either the section, departmental, or institutional level.

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrate commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

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: Drue Wagenschutz@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 30, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Salaries are based on years of experience and are equal across all ranks. Salary range includes the $10,000 per annum administrative stipend for the role of Residency Program Director. Rank will be determined during the interview process after discussion between you and the department about your previous experience.

Assistant Professor: $410,000 - $485,000

Associate Professor: $410,000 - $485,000

Professor: $410,000 - $485,000

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.