Description

The Section of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition of the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM) and the Digestive Health Institute of Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) are seeking a BC/BE pediatric gastroenterologist with expertise in Neurogastroenterology and Motility for a faculty position to be located at Children's Hospital Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus in the Denver Metro area. The candidate must be thoroughly trained and experienced in pediatric gastroenterology with a focus on Neurogastroenterology and Motility, general GI and GI motility diagnostic procedures, and qualify for appointment at the Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor rank as a Clinical-Educator in the CU SOM. Primary responsibilities will include outpatient clinical evaluation and management of patients with pediatric gastrointestinal disease with a focus on Neurogastroenterology and Motility, inpatient consultations and performance of GI procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient care in Pediatric Gastrointestinal Diseases at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and its network of care locations and outreach clinics, including inpatient attending and outpatient clinics, as well as performing the full range of gastrointestinal procedures including motility testing.
Provide consultative and call support services for CHCO and affiliated healthcare partners.
Education and teaching of pediatric residents, pediatric gastroenterology fellows, students, and others
Attend relevant conferences and continuing education opportunities
Attend periodic Anschutz faculty meetings via teleconference or in-person

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: 

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 

Completed fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology at RRC-approved fellowship (or equivalent) by the time of hire date
MD (or equivalent) degree and American Board of Pediatrics Board Certified in Pediatrics
Board Eligible or certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology
Additional training and interest in the field of Neurogastroenterology and Motility 
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 
*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 of clinical experience.
Publications in peer-reviewed journals in pediatric gastroenterology or related fields.
Completion of Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility Fellowship training by the time of hire date 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of all pediatric GI disorders
Demonstrated skills in the full gamut of pediatric GI endoscopic and other procedures
Demonstrated skills in the performance and interpretation of pediatric GI motility tests
Excellent teaching and education skills, knowledge, communication skills, and training of pediatric gastroenterology
Demonstrated expertise in quality improvement projects.