Assistant/Associate Professor in Population Health and Primary Care - 32124 Faculty

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Clinical Pharmacy

Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor in Population Health and Primary Care

Position # 00818179 – Requisition #32124

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities in Population Health (60% time):

• Provide centralized population health outreach to address care gaps important to value-based programs, potentially including but not limited to:

• Analyze population data to identify value opportunities related to cost or quality

• Assist the Director of Population Health Pharmacy with design, evaluation, and transitions to "maintenance phase" (incorporation into routine clinical practice as appropriate) of existing decentralized population health efforts by the CU Primary Care Pharmacist Team.

• Develop new quality improvement interventions directed at healthcare priorities established by OVBP + primary care leadership, potentially including but not limited to:

Key Responsibilities in clinical practice in primary care (40% time):

• Provide clinical pharmacy services as a member of multidisciplinary team(s) at the Depot Hill clinic including direct patient care clinical that focus on chronic disease management using collaborative drug therapy management protocols.

Why Join Us:

Diversity and Equity:

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Applicants must have a PharmD degree

• Completed an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency training in ambulatory care, or a similar program

• Three years' experience in ambulatory care and/or population health care

• Candidates must have or be eligible for pharmacist licensure in Colorado.

• Applicants must have a PharmD degree

• Completed an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency training in ambulatory care, or a similar program

• Five years' experience in ambulatory care and/or population health care

• Candidates must have or be eligible for pharmacist licensure in Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous academic experience and board certification (BCACP)

• Previous experience in population health, managed care, or other experience with healthcare quality measurement

• Previous clinical experience in ambulatory care at an academic medical center

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Practice experience in primary care and population health initiatives.

• Knowledge of contemporary pharmacy practice in the ambulatory care setting.

• Experience developing innovative pharmacy practice sites.

• Teaching and mentoring ability.

• Interpersonal skills.

• Written and verbal communication skills.

• Analytical and reasoning ability.

• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.

• Planning and organizing ability.

• Project management ability.

How to Apply:

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

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This faculty member in the Department of Clinical Pharmacy will have two primary responsibilities: participation in collaborative systems-level population health medication management and quality improvement initiatives in partnership with University of Colorado Medicine (CU Medicine); and as a clinical pharmacist in a CU Medicine primary care clinic. CU Medicine is the region's largest and most comprehensive multispecialty physician group practice. The CU Medicine team delivers business operations, revenue cycle and administrative services to support the patients of over 3,500 University of Colorado School of Medicine physicians and advanced practice providers. The Office of Value-Based Performance (OVBP) obtains and manages value-based programs including business operations, quality improvement outreach, and quality improvement leadership, innovation, and evaluation. In the population health role (60% time), this faculty member will serve within OVPB under the Director of Population Health Pharmacy as part of a multidisciplinary team which operates from a strategic perspective to develop innovative programs and processes to improve the quality of healthcare across University of Colorado School of Medicine affiliated clinics. This position will have responsibilities related to value-based health care initiatives which improve the quality of care and value to the overall health care system. This position will also support value-based initiatives involving other clinical pharmacist faculty members providing direct patient care in CU Medicine/UC Health Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and other ambulatory care clinics. This work may be performed via a hybrid model with a mix of in-office and remote work. As an ambulatory care pharmacist (40% time), this faculty member will provide clinical pharmacy services as a member of an interdisciplinary primary care team at the CU Medicine Family Medicine Depot Hill clinic, an expanding practice that recently located to a new larger location in Louisville, CO. Primary clinical responsibilities include developing and providing direct patient care clinical pharmacy services that focus on chronic disease management using collaborative drug therapy management protocols. Successful candidates will also interface with clinic providers to provide comprehensive medication management and other population health initiatives for patients. Clinical services and provider support will be delivered in-person for at least the first six months, with potential for a hybrid model thereafter. Opportunities for engaging in experiential education of pharmacy students and PGY2 ambulatory care residents, and for participating in scholarship in support of clinical and teaching efforts are available and encouraged. o Medication Adherence program o Statin use in persons with diabetes o Statin therapy for patients with cardiovascular disease o Osteoporosis management in women who had a fracture o Medication reconciliation post-discharge o Flu vaccine o Care for Older Adults - Medication review o Medication cost-reduction opportunities o This includes programs done in collaboration with the Ambulatory Health Promotions team (e.g. Fracture Liaison service, Hypertension/PharmD outreach program, gout medication optimization) o Reducing inappropriate ED visits (potential specific strategies below) § Optimizing treatment of migraine o Antidepressant follow-up to improve therapy persistence post initiation o Improving hypertension management § home BP monitor loaner program o Support development of new collaborative drug therapy management protocols as needed to support value-based care o Function as an interdisciplinary member of the primary care teams to support all medication management activities. o Establish collaborative working relationships with clinic providers and staff to become a valued and contributing team member. o Work with clinic providers, staff, and administration to develop and implement clinic- and population-level medication interventions targeted to improve quality metrics. o Work collaboratively with providers, clinic staff, and care managers to reduce adverse drug events and improve medication management for care transitions and complex or high utilizing patients. o Educate staff and providers regarding medication management best practices including updates on new medications and clinical guidelines, chronic disease state management, and others. o Provide quality teaching services in the School of Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy program. Teaching includes precepting student Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs), evaluating student performance using various assessment methods, and mentoring and advising students. Opportunities to prepare and present lectures and to facilitate active learning sessions are also available. o Produce collaborative scholarly work in support of clinical practice and/or educational activities. Scholarly activity includes publishing manuscripts (e.g., research articles, educational innovations, textbook chapters, therapeutic summaries/review articles) in peer-reviewed journals. Scholarly work may also include conducting research projects that are focused on demonstrating clinical innovations and demonstration of value of clinical pharmacy services. o Participate in professional service activities such as university or school committee work, participation in professional organizations, and attendance at seminars, conferences, special courses, and scientific meetings.

The University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is nationally recognized for its leadership in pharmacy education and strong commitment to developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. The Department of Clinical Pharmacy (DOCP) provides unprecedented opportunities for individuals with a strong commitment to an academic career encompassing innovative educational, service, and scholarly activities. The school is seeking applicants for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-eligible, clinical teaching track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor with training and experience in the areas of Ambulatory Care and Population Health, with a specific area of focus in Primary Care.. The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness) .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

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For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) . Questions should be directed to: Sarah Billups, PharmD; Sarah.Billups@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=Sarah.Billups@cuanschutz.edu)

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

The starting salary range () for this position has been established as Assistant Professor: $125,000-133,000, depending on previous experience. Associate Professor: $145,000-151,000. Depending on previous experience. The above salary 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. Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) ​.

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.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20518 - SOP-Administration : Full-time : Dec 13, 2023 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Sarah Billups, PharmD Posting Contact Email: Sarah.Billups@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4864345&targetURL=Sarah.Billups@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00818179jeid-396fff44f0fcc1418b5cbb26e76ae423

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.