Rheumatology Clinic Director - Open Rank - Denver, CO at National Jewish Health - National Jewish Health

Rheumatology Clinic Director- Open Rank

 (Assistant, Associate and Full Professor)

Division of Rheumatology

Department of Medicine

The Division of Rheumatology at National Jewish Health seeks a Clinic director to lead the outpatient rheumatology practice at National Jewish Health main campus and its satellite clinic. Bring your academic leadership skills to one of the best medical centers in Colorado while living in one of the country's most desirable areas. National Jewish Health is a nationally recognized leader in patient care, research and innovation and the division of rheumatology is an integral part.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Academic leadership opportunity with one of the nation's top medical center.
• National Jewish Health Rheumatology Davison is expecting expansion and growth in areas of patient care, research and graduate medical education.
• Work in a state-of-the-art, interdisciplinary, and multispecialty academic health center and research facility. We are the designated Center for Systemic Sclerosis treatment and research and one of the few Sjgrens clinic in the nation.
• Assist in facilitating clinical trials in systemic sclerosis, myositis, Sjgrens, rheumatoid arthritis and ILD.
• Enhance practice efficiencies and patient access by working closely with other leaders within the institution and University Of Colorado.
• Collaborate with other divisions/departments to enhance our multi-disciplinary clinics and programs.

Reasons to work for the Division of Rheumatology at National Jewish Health:

• The Institution is committed to the growth of the Rheumatology Division.
• The Division sees the spectrum of rheumatic disease but also collaborates closely with Pulmonary/ILD, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Clinical Immunology and Neurology Divisions in its patient care and research missions. The division members have an academic appointment through the University of Colorado.
• National Jewish Health is home to outstanding Departments of Radiology as well as Immunology and Genomic Medicine which include world class Immunologists with interests in autoimmunity and Computational Biologists whose basic and translational science research programs contribute to the Division's success.
• The Division has in-house infusion centers, physical therapy, musculoskeletal ultrasound and a bone health clinic.
• The Division has unfettered access to the Institutions full service Clinical Research Enterprise that supports NIH-sponsored, industry-sponsored, and investigator-initiated investigation, as well as an Institutional Biospecimen Bank and Research Informatic Services.

Position responsibilities include:

• Outpatient clinical care
• Teaching residents and fellows, and participation in all academic facets of the Division
• Participating in CME programs

Qualifications:

• BC in Internal Medicine
• BC/BE in Rheumatology and have a strong commitment to clinical care and/or research
• Eligible to hold a Colorado license

National Jewish Health

National Jewish Health is the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. Founded 125 years ago as a nonprofit hospital, National Jewish Health today is the only facility in the world dedicated exclusively to groundbreaking medical research and treatment of patients with respiratory, cardiac, immune and related disorders. Patients and families come to National Jewish Health from around the world to receive cutting-edge, comprehensive, coordinated care.

National Jewish Health has been named a top 10 hospital in the pulmonology category for the 27^th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report on its 2023-24 list of best hospitals in the nation. National Jewish Health has been among the top hospitals in this category every year that pulmonology has been evaluated.

National Jewish Health also was recognized by U.S. News & World Report this year as High Performing, the highest rating available for conditions in the Common Adult Conditions and Procedures, in three categories: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Cancer Surgery and Pneumonia.

Since 2011, U.S. News & World Report has ranked National Jewish Health together with its longtime academic affiliate UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital.  Division of Rheumatology  at the University of Colorado is ranked #14 in the nation.

Breathing Science is Life

Our mission since 1899 is to heal, to discover, and to educate as a preeminent health care institution. We serve by providing the best integrated and innovative care for patients and their families; by understanding and finding cures for the diseases we research; and, by educating and training the next generation of health care professionals to be leaders in medicine and science.

Our vision is to strengthen and enhance our role as the global leader in the treatment and research of respiratory, cardiovascular, rheumatologic, autoimmune, inflammatory and immunologic diseases. We pursue this vision by pioneering personalized health and medicine programs, which embrace the paradigm shift from reactive medicine to proactive and preventive health delivery. Through our efforts, we pursue the discovery of cures for patients who seek treatment, and we bring new knowledge and innovation to help people worldwide.

When you join National Jewish Health, you are contributing to our outstanding history by working to extend our excellence into the future.

National Jewish Health is a non-profit, non-sectarian institution and is a longstanding cornerstone in the Denver healthcare community.  National Jewish Health seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support the mission, vision and values of the Institution and those who respect and promote excellence through diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, marital, familial or parental status, genetic information, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected classification.  We are a tobacco and fragrance-free environment.

Living in Denver

Denver has it all: thriving city center, distinctive neighborhoods, great schools, unsurpassed sporting opportunities, outstanding restaurants, great shopping, and premier arts and culture. Denver has been voted one of the best places for singles, having and raising a family and relocation. Our city benefits from a mild climate and a wealth of recreational activities, making it the perfect environment for energetic individuals. Denver is a progressive city full of educational and cultural opportunities, making it the ideal home for enthusiastic minds. With over 300 days of sunshine, there is always something to do.

Benefits:

At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.

Application Deadline: This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

Monica Kiger, Physician Recruiter

kigerm@njhealth.org

303-398-1448

National Jewish Health is a non-profit, non-sectarian institution and is a longstanding cornerstone in the Denver healthcare community.  National Jewish Health seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support the mission, vision and values of the Institution and those who respect and promote excellence through diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, marital, familial or parental status, genetic information, veteran status or any other legally protected classification.  We are a tobacco and fragrance free environment.

Salary Range:  $200,000 - $300,000 +Directorship Stipend