Open Rank (Director of Genetic Counselor Practice Development)

Job Summary:

The Department of Pediatrics (DOP) and the Precision Medicine Institute (PMI) seek an accomplished and experienced professional to serve as Director of Genetic Counselor (GC) Practice Development. The Director will provide department-wide leadership in the development and implementation of clinical practice strategies designed to improve faculty well-being, practice efficiency, scope of practice standardization, faculty productivity expectations, and system-level engagement with hospital leadership. In addition, the Director will support the development and implementation of initiatives designed to support the career pathway development to effectively recruit and retain GC talent within the

Department.

There are two distinct roles related to GCs in the Department: 1) to support the clinical activities of all GCs in the department (both those based in the Section of Genetics and Metabolism and those working primarily in other sections); and 2) work with PMI leadership to support strategic initiatives impacting the GC workforce. This role will address the unique needs of various GC care models and roles. This position has a matrixed/collaborative working relationship with department GC faculty, Vice Chair of Wellbeing, other Section leaders, DOP clinical operations team, the Precision Medicine Institute (PMI), and Children's Colorado Hospital (CHCO) leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Impacts the successful implementation of practice optimization efforts and top-of-scope duties/workflows, including but not limited to influencing key stakeholders to ensure buy-in and engagement, removing significant project barriers and leading communication strategy impacting GC faculty.
• Acts as the day-to-day contact for the Section of Genetics operations team, as well as operations teams from other sections providing GC services on project action plans and helps define and implement project recommendations resulting in downstream impact and involvement of GCs.
• Collaborates with operational managers to implement and evaluate new programs in conjunction with Department and Section clinical leadership and Precision Medicine leadership.
• Collaborates with GC faculty, Clinic Medical Directors, Precision Medicine leadership, and Hospital clinical leaders to determine staffing standards, ensure the appropriate number of GC staff, support appropriate top of scope practice, assessing scheduling practices based on service requirements, and establishing productivity metrics across GC care models.
• In conjunction with the Section Head of Genetics & Metabolism support the professional development of GCs within the department.
• Develops mentoring activities and supports clinical, academic, and educational missions for our GC workforce as a whole.
• Coordinates with Section of Genetics, DOP, to evaluate, inform, and implement novel care pathways to improve access to genetic testing across the CHCO system of care.
• Participates in CHCO, CU Medicine, and School of Medicine leadership committees as appropriate, as assigned by Department leadership.
• Provides mentorship and assists GCs across DOP to accomplish inpatient and outpatient patient care mission and goals.
• Collaborates with Section Head and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs to advance Genetic Counselors' pursuit of academic advancement and educational opportunities.
• Will work with Section and Department leadership to evaluate and respond to Staff satisfaction surveys.
• Collaborate with DOP and Section(s) leadership to communicate Section, DOP, Precision Medicine, and Hospital concerns and priorities to GC providers, and serve as a major conduit for bringing concerns and ideas from GC providers to Section, DOP, Precision Medicine, and Hospital Leadership structures.
• Works with the Section Head of Genetics and the Clinical Director of Precision Medicine, but also has responsibility to report to and work with other DOP leadership, particularly the Operations Team, Academic Affairs and Wellness, and the Vice Chairs for those roles, as well as Section Heads and operations teams for sections utilizing deployed/integrated GCs.
• Will work with PMI and the Precision Diagnostic laboratory to inform, coordinate, and communicate new offerings to GC and relevant clinical teams.
• Partner with and assist Section Business Manager and CU-Medicine Rev Cycle liaison to maximize revenue opportunities, standardize charting processes, and educate around best practices for GC billing.
• This leader will maintain a clinical role within the Department of Pediatrics.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. CU Anschutz has top ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Senior Instructor

• MS Genetic Counseling degree from an accredited University program required
• Board certification by ABGC
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a GC required
• Current clinical activity practicing as a certified GC

Assistant Professor

• Medical Degree
  
  
  
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the doctorate degree
  
  
  
  
• Board certification by ABGC
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a GC required, interest in pursuing academic promotion
• Current clinical activity practicing as a certified GC

Associate Professor

• Medical Degree
  
  
  
  • A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the doctorate degree
  
  
  
  
• Board certification by ABGC
• Minimum of seven (10) years of experience as a GC required, interest in pursuing academic promotion
• Current clinical activity practicing as a certified GC

Condition of Employment:

• Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years of broad and extensive experience managing and leading clinical programs, work units or departments of sufficient scope and complexity required.
• Process/Performance/Quality improvement experience and/or training (e.g., Lean certification, IHQSE) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience providing leadership and promoting change in a positive manner that supports all employees of the department and health system.
• Demonstrated experience providing leadership and promoting change in a positive manner that supports all employees of the department and health system.
• Demonstrated experience independently seeking out resources and solving complex problems under stressful and/or crisis situations.
• Demonstrated experience communicating effectively with GCs, team leaders, patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with pediatric patients
• Capable of managing multiple patients at a time
• Good communication skills.
• Job requires flexibility in both duties and hours. We are looking for an energetic, open-minded provider who enjoys working with a diverse and difficult population.

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. Three to 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: katherine.copeland@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 4/28/2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Senior Instructor - range for 5 YOE to 20+ YOE

$86,000 to $116,000

Assistant Professor - range for 7 YOE to 20+ YOE

$90,000 to $116,000

Associate Professor - range for 10 YOE to 20+ YOE

$96,000 to $116,000

The above 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.

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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.