Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine Associate Medical Director (Open Rank- Assistant, Associate, Professor)

Job Summary:

Nature of work:

The associate medical director of the Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine Service is a permanent full-time position in the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology, based at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) Blood Bank on the Anschutz Medical Campus. This position is designed to be a clinical pathology practice opportunity for an academic clinical pathologist with expertise in transfusion medicine and blood banking, including apheresis. The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of clinical medicine, basic medical sciences, clinical laboratory sciences, and laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medical significance, interpretation and correlation of data - provide consultations about the medical significance of clinical laboratory results. Interpret, correlate and communicate clinical laboratory results to clinical providers.

• Consultations - Provide consultations to physicians regarding the appropriateness of blood/product transfusion, proper selection of the type and dose of blood components, and the medical significance of laboratory findings. Provide consultations regarding the appropriateness of the type and schedule for clinical apheresis procedures.

• Medical Staff Privileges - serve as an active member of the medical staff of University Hospital.

• Interaction with others - Relate and function effectively with applicable accrediting and regulatory agencies, appropriate administrative officials, the medical community, the medical device industry, and the patient and donor populations served.

• Standards of performance - Define, implement, and monitor standards of performance in quality control, quality improvement, and cost-effectiveness of the clinical laboratory and apheresis services. Exemplify professional conduct, including appropriate oral and written communications and adherence to policies of UCHealth and the School of Medicine.

• Monitoring and correlation of clinical data - Monitor all work performed in the transfusion service and apheresis service to determine that medically reliable results are being generated; correlate laboratory findings for diagnosis and patient and donor management.

• Quality improvement responsibilities - Assume responsibility for maintenance of the quality improvement plan. The section directors and professional laboratory personnel should participate as members of the various institutional quality improvement teams.

• Personnel - Educate and mentor qualified personnel with adequate documented training and experience to meet the needs of the laboratory, the apheresis service, and the institution.

• Strategic Planning - Participate in setting goals and developing and allocating resources appropriate to the medical environment.

• Administrative and Management Responsibilities - Provide effective and efficient administration of the clinical laboratory service and apheresis service with responsible financial management in accordance with institutional assignment of such responsibilities.

• Educational Responsibilities - Provide educational programs for the medical, nursing, and laboratory staff and participate in the educational programs of the institution and of the School of Medicine.

• Research and Development Responsibilities - Plan and conduct scholarly activity, including research and development appropriate to the facility.

• Safety - Implement a safe laboratory and apheresis environment in compliance with good practice and appropriate regulations.

• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Laboratory Medical Director or Section Medical Director.

The Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine Associate Medical Director will work closely with the Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine Section Medical Director and other Associate Medical Directors, section Manager, Lead Technologists, Technical Specialist, Apheresis Coordinator, Laboratory Manager, and Laboratory Medical Director to ensure optimal quality and patient and donor care in a constructive atmosphere.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The Department of Pathology of the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department has grown substantially in the past 15 years, from 40 to 120 faculty in parallel with the remarkable growth of our hospital-based affiliates as well as the city and county of Denver. Our work is value driven and focused on scientific investigation, lifelong learning and a balance of personal and professional values. In addition to a vibrant and highly competitive residency program with 25 positions, we offer 9 fellowships and participate in numerous graduate schools and the MD/PhD program of the CU School of Medicine. Our faculty and staff are diverse and gender balanced, with women comprising 50% of our residents, Assistant, Associate and Full Professors (including those with tenure).

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
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/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.

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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. 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 Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Academic rank will be determined during the interview process after discussion between you and the department about your previous experience and academic desires.

Assistant Professor:

• Must have an MD or DO degree and be eligible for a full unrestricted Colorado State medical license and able to obtain privileges at the University of Colorado Hospital and with CU Medicine.
• The successful candidate must be board-certified in CP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology and board-certified or board-eligible in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine. Candidates who or certified by another ABMS board (e.g., anesthesiology or internal medicine-hematology/oncology) and obtained board certification from the American Board of Pathology in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine will also be considered.

Associate Professor:

• Must have an MD or DO degree and be eligible for a full unrestricted Colorado State medical license and able to obtain privileges at the University of Colorado Hospital and with CU Medicine
• The successful candidate must be board-certified in CP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology and board-certified in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine with at least 5 years of experience in transfusion medicine practice post-fellowship required. Candidates with comparable experience who or certified by another ABMS board (e.g., anesthesiology or internal medicine-hematology/oncology) and obtained board certification from the American Board of Pathology in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine will also be considered. Clinical, teaching and scholarship accomplishments must be sufficient for an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor, regular (tenure eligible) track required.

Professor:

• Must have an MD or DO degree and be eligible for a full unrestricted Colorado State medical license and able to obtain privileges at the University of Colorado Hospital and with CU Medicine.
• The successful candidate must be board-certified in CP or AP/CP by the American Board of Pathology and board-certified in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine with at least 10 years of experience in transfusion medicine practice required. Candidates with comparable experience who or certified by another ABMS board (e.g., anesthesiology or internal medicine-hematology/oncology) and obtained board certification from the American Board of Pathology in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine will also be considered. Clinical, teaching and scholarship accomplishments must be sufficient for an appointment at the rank of Professor, regular (tenure eligible) track required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates with academic credentials and interests and/or additional experience or interest in other areas of clinical pathology (with or without fellowship) are desirable.

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: Mary Berg at Mary.Berg@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 1, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor - $220,000 to $260,000

Associate Professor - $260,000 to $300,000

Professor - $300,000 to $340,000

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.