CAP and CLIA Medical Director - Open Rank
Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Aurora
Posted on: January 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Faculty Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical
Campus
Department: Pathology
Job Title: CAP and CLIA Medical Director, UCHealth Highlands
Ranch
Hospital Pathology Laboratory - Instructor to Senior Instructor
Position #00812907 - Requisition #30733
Job Summary:
Nature of Work:
The Department of Pathology employs -150 faculty, including 4.5 FTE
pathologists at HRH. We seek an experienced anatomic and clinical
pathologist (Instructor to Clinical Associate Professor), to lead
other pathologists and serve as CLIA/CAP Medical Director of the
HRH Laboratory. Candidates with high volume clinical experience of
at least 5 years, experience in laboratory leadership, management,
compliance, and strong communication/interpersonal skills will be
favored. Candidates currently in private/community settings as well
as AP/CP active academic positions are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate must be able to perform both high volume
complex frozen sections and rapid on-site performance (of palpable
lesions) as well as evaluation of fine needle aspirations, although
other pathologists in the group are board certified in cytology and
will oversee the Anatomic Pathology/Frozen section service. Faculty
cover the practice Monday-Friday on site, as well as nights and
weekends for emergencies and consultations. Three Pathologist
Assistants (PAs) and one cytotechnologist are on site to assist
with procedures. Gross examinations and sectioning of samples,
frozen section processing are performed by experienced PAs under
the supervision of a pathologist. Timely consultations with
subspecialty experts at the University of Colorado are provided on
an as needed basis. Immunohistochemical stains are performed on
site with 24-hour turnaround time for most biopsy cases.
Pathologists and the laboratory are backed up by subspecialty
pathologists at UCH, connected by digital imaging as well as daily
courier services.
Employment expectations:
Complex High Anatomic and Clinical Pathology Practice,
Administrative/Leadership Service
This position requires day-to-day clinical, leadership and
administrative duties in both anatomic and clinical pathology
including:
Oversight of quality assurance/quality management/quality
improvement programs
Advocate for appropriate laboratory test utilization and send-out
testing orders
Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements, including
maintenance of College of American Pathologists laboratory
accreditation
Policy and procedure review and appraisal
Coordinated leadership/management with the Department of Pathology
(Vice Chairs of Anatomic and Clinical Pathology and Chair),
Coordinated leadership of Pathologists and clinical practice with
HRH Technical Lab Director, HRH administration and the UCHealth
Clinical Laboratory Service Line Committee, in regards to UCHealth
system lab projects, clinical quality, productivity, financial
metrics, billing, capital expenditure, and management
Consult with HRH providers and patients, in regards to medical
care, laboratory test selection and result interpretation.
Independent case review and interpretation in both Anatomic and
Clinical Pathology.
Review and sign-out of surgical pathology and cytology
specimens
Supervise PAs and cytotechnologist
Consult with UCH pathologists as necessary for complex or
non-routine cases. Depending on staffing and case complexity,
provide authorization for send outs and specialized testing not
available at HRH
Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board conferences involving
HRH patients.
Participate in hospital committees as assigned.
Work with hospital administration and the Department of Quality and
Risk Management for continuous quality improvement.
Education and scholarly activities
Resource for and oversight of laboratory staff training and
educating HRH medical staff
Continued education including attendance at national annual
meetings, such as CAP and ASCP.
Opportunities to participate in numerous academic conferences will
be provided via digital, telephone and web-based technologies.
Opportunities to participate in translational research, QI and QC
programs of the department are envisioned.
Opportunities to lecture to pathology residents if desired.
Academic Administrative Activities
Participation in departmental, school, and professional committees
is rare
Participation in CU Medicine interdisciplinary and disciplinary
clinical conferences related to pathology are rare but may be
required in some subspecialty areas
Teaching of residents and fellows at a distance is encouraged, rare
and voluntary. Research and scholarship are not required.
Additional Responsibilities
Active participation on the HRH Medical Executive Committee and
Patient Safety and Quality Committee.
Attend HRH medical staff meetings
Work Location:
In person - Highlands Ranch Hospital, Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of
Pathology provides extensive expertise in Clinical and Anatomic
Pathology for the flagship hospital, University of Colorado
Hospital (UCH) located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora,
Colorado as well as Highlands Ranch Hospital (HRH), in the UCHealth
system. HRH opened in 2019 and is a rapidly growing, full-service
hospital with 139 licensed beds in Fall 2023 featuring a birth
center including C-section operating rooms and Level III NICU, an
intensive care unit, numerous operating rooms, a Level III trauma
center, emergency department, advanced cardiac services, and
imaging center. Immediately adjacent to HRH is an affiliated
85,000-square-foot medical office building housing a two-story
cancer center and medical offices. HRH partners with clinical
faculty of the University of Colorado School of Medicine and
community physicians to provide medical care to the South Denver
metro community. HRH has a College of American Pathologists
accredited Laboratory, staffed by CU School of Medicine/Department
of Pathology faculty physicians. Attending pathologists oversee or
perform - 500,000 clinical and -12,000 anatomic pathology tests
annually, including -500 frozen sections, -9,000 surgical pathology
and 1,200 cytology cases (including fine needle aspiration
biopsies) per year. The HRH Laboratory performs low, medium and
high complexity testing to support HRH patients and 12 affiliated
outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers and the Lone Tree
Health Center. Our NAPBC accredited breast center and HRH's
commitment to medical and surgical oncology care drive a high
volume of cancer resection cases (higher than is typically seen in
a community setting). HRH has a collegial atmosphere and Just
Culture, where all are encouraged to participate in patient safety
and quality improvement on a daily basis.
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: .
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:
Instructor minimum qualifications
MD or DO degree, completed residency in pathology with board
certification in both anatomic and clinical pathology. At least 5
years of experience practicing pathology full time as anatomic and
clinical pathologist, preferably in complex community hospital
(level 3 and above) or academic medical center. Candidates with
subspecialty expertise garnered through fellowship or significant
experience preferred.
Senior Instructor, minimum qualifications.
MD or DO degree, completed residency in pathology with board
certification in both anatomic and clinical pathology. At least 10
years of experience in complex hospital based setting, at least
level 3, with managerial experience leading pathology group,
medical staff and personnel. Candidates must also have subspecialty
expertise in one or more areas of anatomic pathology garnered
through fellowship or significant high volume high complexity
practice.
Desired Qualifications:
Fellowship sub-specialization and if relevant, additional board
certifications beyond AP/CP
Experience in laboratory leadership and oversight, laboratory
accreditation reviews and quality/productivity analysis is
preferred.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):
A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they
relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
(only use if a cover letter is necessary)
Curriculum vitae / Resume
Five professional references, including name, address, phone number
(mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at .
Questions should be directed to:
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and will continues until position is filled.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as HIRING RANGE:
$400,000 - $510,000
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 may be
eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.
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.
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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 .
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 . 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
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Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of
References Job Category: Faculty Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20112 -
SOM-Pathology Schedule: Full-time Posting Date: Jul 31, 2023
Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Pamela Yearous
Posting Contact Email: Pamela.Yearous@cuanschutz.edu Position
Number: 00812907
Keywords: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Arvada , CAP and CLIA Medical Director - Open Rank, Executive , Aurora, Colorado
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