Medical Director for Inpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation Program

Job Summary:

The Medical Director (AMD) for Inpatient Rehabilitation Program provides strategic and operational medical leadership for the delivery of inpatient care in partnership with applicable Nursing leadership Clinical Director/Managers. Other important collaborations will include Patient/Family Experience, Quality/Patient Safety, Process Improvement, Clinical Effectiveness, Pharmacy and other relevant ancillary department leaders (such as respiratory therapy, nutrition, etc.), Specialty Specific Business Managers and Service Line Administrator, Section/Divisional leadership and the Medical Staff/Providers. The goal of the Medical Director is to collaborate to develop and maintain Inpatient Rehabilitation Care including the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit and the Inpatient Rehabilitation Consultation Service operations which support CHCO mission and values in an organized, effective, innovative, and quality and service-oriented manner. The Medical Director will be a champion of the Quadruple Aim and of CHCO initiatives, specifically regarding quality and safety and patient and provider experience.

Scope of responsibility will include the delivery of evidence based, safe and effective clinical care, operational efficiency, business development, and delivery of outstanding patient and referring provider service. The Medical Director has primary responsibility for establishing accountability with physician providers regarding CHCO policies and procedures, operational standards, and quality and service excellence initiatives.

This Medical Director position includes a total of 0.20 FTE of protected effort.

Key Responsibilities:

* Partner with nursing, operational, and physician leadership to oversee delivery of high-quality medical services within the Inpatient Rehabilitation Program.

* Develop and monitor clinical standards, provider performance metrics, staffing models, and quality/safety initiatives to support operational excellence and patient outcomes.

* Lead and support continuous quality improvement efforts, CARF accreditation readiness, regulatory compliance, and departmental case review activities.

* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient/family experience, resolve complaints, and enhance provider, patient, and referring physician satisfaction.

* Support provider, nursing, house staff, and medical student education, onboarding, communication, and performance management initiatives.

* Champion effective clinical documentation, EMR/EPIC optimization, medical record completion, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

* Contribute to fiscal stewardship and operational efficiency through staffing input, productivity improvement strategies, and participation in leadership committees and organizational initiatives.

Work Location:

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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

* Board certification in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R).

* Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Colorado.

* Current or eligible faculty appointment at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

* Active (current or eligible) clinical practice at CHCO

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. 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: Rebecca Holmberg; Rebecca.Holmberg@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by May 29, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The compensation for this appointment will consist of a 0.20 FTE salary offset (protected effort).

Administrative salary offset is capped at the CHCO administrative maximum (currently $450,000 for a 1.0 FTE per annum).

The above represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination 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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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.

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