Unique opportunity - Pediatric Pulmonology in Denver, CO - National Jewish Health - National Jewish Health

An exciting opportunity exists at National Jewish Health for a BE/BC Pediatric Pulmonologist to join its faculty. National Jewish Health located in Denver, Colorado is widely recognized as the leading medical center dedicated to respiratory diseases in the United States. Every division is known for excellent clinical services and research. For candidates with excellent clinical skills and a commitment to scholarship, the unique professional focus, scale, and collegiality at National Jewish Health combine to make it a superb choice for professional satisfaction and career development.

• Full-time academic faculty position

• Negotiable job description based on individual skills and interests
• Clinical and/or research interest in respiratory disease is desirable

• Rewarding patient population
• Departmental and institutional support for career development
• Competitive compensation and relocation package

The Division of Pulmonology at National Jewish Health for Kids, is seeking to recruit a BC/BE Pediatric Pulmonologist at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, on either the Clinician-Educator or Physician-Scientist track. National Jewish Health for Kids has an active Pediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine program, and in addition offers a well-equipped Bronchoscopy facility, PFT laboratory including cardio- pulmonary exercise stress testing, an Exercise Tolerance program, and a 2-bed Sleep laboratory.  Successful candidates will have completed or be completing a fellowship in Pediatric Pulmonology and show commitment to an academic career. Both early and established career candidates are encouraged to apply.

Our Division provides multidisciplinary services including an asthma center, sleep center, aero-digestive Center, BPD clinic, a well-established transition program for adult cystic fibrosis and adult asthma, and an interstitial lung disease program as part of the Childhood Interstitial Lung Disease Research Network. In addition, there are several academic opportunities for clinical and translational research, quality improvement projects, education and teaching. 

Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to:

Monica Kiger, Physician Recruiter

kigerm@njhealth.org  303-398-1448

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.

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.

Pay rate for this position varies based on experience, skills, and comparison to others who are already in this role.  If you do not see the pay listed on this posting, it is because you are on a second party job board. Please visit the Careers page on National Jewish Healths website www.njhealth.org to see the pay range for this role.

Salary Range:  $160,000 - $210,000