Emergency Medicine Physician - Associate EMS Medical Director

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The Department of Emergency Medicine at Denver Health, in conjunction with the Denver Health Paramedic Division, is recruiting a full-time academic emergency physician to serve as an Associate EMS Medical Director with focus on EMS education and prehospital medical direction. Our highly functioning and established EMS team consists of the Paramedic Division Medical Director/Associate Department Chair of EMS and three associate directors, all subspecialty certified in EMS, working collaboratively to provide medical direction to over 265 Denver Paramedics and EMT's, Denver Paramedics Dispatch and the Denver Health Paramedic School.

This faculty position will directly report to the Associate Chair for EMS and ultimately to the Chair of Emergency Medicine at Denver Health. As a full-time academic faculty position, based at the sponsoring institution for the Denver Health Residency in Emergency Medicine, there will be a heavy emphasis on, and expectation for, scholarship/research, teaching, and education. All faculty are expected to contribute and promote in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

The Denver Health Paramedic Division (DHPD) provides 911 Advanced Life Support (ALS) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and ambulance transportation to the City and County of Denver, Denver International Airport, as well as the cities of Glendale, Sheridan, Englewood, and areas of unincorporated Arapahoe County. The Denver Health Paramedic Division consists of 269 front line paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMT), 41 command staff, and an additional 100 employees in communications, education, vehicle, and administration support. Our system responds to more than 128,000 calls for Emergency Medical Services annually.

The emergency department (ED) at Denver Health includes a 57-bed adult ED, a 19-bed pediatric ED and urgent care, and a 23-bed CDU providing observation medicine. With a combined annual census of more than 100,000 patients visits from highly diverse cultures and backgrounds, the ED at Denver Health is the second busiest in Colorado. The Ernest E Moore Shock Trauma Center at Denver Health is a Level 1 adult and Level 2 pediatric trauma referral center for the Rocky Mountain Region. Additionally, the acuity managed by the adult ED is high, with a 25% admission rate. Staffing in the adult and pediatric EDs is provided by board-eligible or board-certified emergency physicians, emergency medicine residents and subspecialty fellows, and advanced practice providers. Strong and extremely collaborative relationships exist among physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing, and consultative services.

As an institution, Denver Health is a nationally recognized integrated health care system that serves as the primary Anchor Institution to the Denver metropolitan area and its diverse community. Included in our system is a large safety-net acute-care hospital, with our acclaimed Level 1 Ernest E Moore Shock Trauma Center, a large network of community health centers, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, the sole city-wide advanced life support EMS agency (Denver Paramedics) and the Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Safety Center. Denver Health is a profoundly mission-driven organization that has provided more than $3.3 billion in care for the uninsured in the last 10 years. Denver Health is a leader in performance and quality improvement and is nationally recognized for its implementation of lean principles in healthcare.

Denver Health and the Department of Emergency Medicine are firmly committed to diversity of our workforce. As medical providers, we are passionate about serving our diverse patient population and providing them with the best care. To achieve this, we dedicate significant resources as a team to incorporate cultural responsiveness, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our work. This position will be a key member of our department and is expected to take an active role in our commitment to creating an environment for patients and staff where richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives are embraced. Our department is committed to finding innovative ways to meet the needs of our patients, and each other as colleagues - we strive to do so with respect, kindness, and open mindedness.

Interested applicants can apply online or submit CV and Cover Letter to:

Aaron Ortiz, Manager of Provider Recruitment

aaron.ortiz@dhha.org

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Physicians at Denver Health are faculty members of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, serve as teachers for students seeking clinical experience at Denver Health, and provide education for post graduate medical trainees. Focus on Superior Patient Care by (1) practicing evidence-based, high-quality state-of-the art medicine, (2) encourage increased patient understanding, involvement in care, and treatment decisions, (3) achieve and maintain optimal patient access, (4) insist on departmental focus on superior patient service, and (5) participate in or support education and research. Model and drive Equity-Informed Culture by (1) demonstrating behaviors and practices to ensure inclusive communication and (2) collaborating with individuals of varied educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems. Collaborate on Care Delivery by (1) including staff, other physicians, and management in both service and patient care improvements, (2) treat all members with respect, (3) demonstrate the highest levels of ethical and professional conduct, and (4) behave in a manner consistent with Denver Health goals. Listen and Communicate by (1) providing clinical information in a clear and timely manner, (2) requesting information and resources needed to provide care consistent with Denver Health goals, and (3) provide and accept feedback in a respectful manner from all staff. Take Ownership by (1) providing leadership to improve outcomes quality and service quality, (2) working to ensure personal, departmental and organization compliance with all legal and educational requirements, and (3) steadily improve the efficiency and economic aspects of your practice. Quality Metrics by (1) focusing on clinically relevant outcome measures, (2) embracing innovations to continuously improve patient care, service, and organizational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine from an accredited school (required). Board Eligible/Certified in Emergency Medicine (required). Subspecialty Board Eligible/Certified in Emergency Medical Services (required).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques. Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment. Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care. Able to receive detailed information through oral communications and express or exchange ideas by verbal communications. Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills. Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic, ethnic backgrounds, skill levels, and value systems. Performs in a tactful and professional manner. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Computers and Technology

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (required). Epic experience (preferred).

Certificates, Licenses and Registration

Medical license to practice in State of Colorado (required).

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Work Type

Salary

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.