Rheumatology Faculty - Open Rank at National Jewish Health – Denver, Colorado

Rheumatology Faculty – Open Rank

(Clinical Instructor, Assistant, Associate and Full Professor)

Department of Medicine

The Department of Medicine at National Jewish Health is actively seeking dynamic BC/BE Rheumatologists that have a primary focus in clinical rheumatology to expand a growing Division.

The Rheumatology Division currently sees the entire spectrum of rheumatic disease. The faculty also work closely with world-class physicians in other divisions in a multidisciplinary fashion to evaluate and manage patients within the states as well as patients coming from other states and at times other countries.

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 is the Designated Scleroderma Center for Treatment and Research by Scleroderma Foundation.
• 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 Sjögren’s Clinic and bone health clinic.
• The Division is part of Autoimmune Lung Disease Program.
• The Division has unfettered access to the Institution’s full service Clinical Research Enterprise that supports NIH-sponsored, industry-sponsored, and investigator-initiated investigation, as well as an Institutional Bio-specimen Bank and Research Informatics Services.
• The Division members can have an academic appointment through the University of Colorado.

Position responsibilities include:

• Outpatient clinical care
• Teaching residents and fellows, and participation in all academic facets of the Division.
• Participating in CME programs
• Physician-Scientist track is available for the outstanding candidates

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.

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. 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