Employment Opportunities

The Department of Otolaryngology ​- Head & Neck Surgery's mission is to provide outstanding, cutting-edge clinical care, research, and state-of-the-art training. The Department is affiliated with six hospitals: University of Colorado Hospital, Highlands Ranch Hospital, Children's Hospital Colorado, the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Denver Health, and National Jewish.

Any openings with the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery will be listed on this page.

We are hiring! Please see below for our current employment opportunities:

Open Rank Assistant Professor - Laryngology Clinician (CU Anschutz Medical Campus) Apply to requisition 34545

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a board-eligible or board-qualified otolaryngologist with subspecialty training in Laryngology to join the full-time faculty. The expectation is this faculty member will support and excel in all the key mission areas of our academic department: clinical care, education and training, scholarship, and service. Additional opportunities for collaboration include our Speech Language Pathology program which runs a highly sought-after fellowship program.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Clinical service in the field of Laryngology, with the primary location for this position being the University of Colorado Hospital at Anschutz Medical Campus as well as surrounding network of care sites.
• Development of a translational research program to complement the Microbiology, Immunology, and/or Chemosensory Biology, or other research groups at the University of Colorado, with key milestones that can include obtaining K and R level NIH funding.  Significant support and mentorship towards these milestones will be provided from the Department Chair, research faculty in the Department, and investigators within the basic science research groups noted above.
• Teaching and mentoring of fellows, residents, medical students, and other related trainees.
• Faculty expectation for regular academic/scholarship/research activities toward academic promotion.

Open Rank Assistant Professor - Rhinologist (CU Anschutz Medical Campus) Apply to requisition 34368

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified otolaryngologist – head & neck surgeon with subspecialty training in rhinology to join the full-time faculty. The expectation is this faculty member will support and excel in all the key mission areas of our academic department: clinical care, education and training, scholarship, and service. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Clinical service in the field of rhinology, with the primary location for this position being the University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus as well as surrounding community network of care sites.
• Clinical focus on both inflammatory disease and broad rhinology care as well as endoscopic skull base surgery as part of our comprehensive team.
• Teaching and mentoring of residents, medical students, and other related trainees, with an expectation of starting a rhinology & skull base surgery fellowship by 2026.
• Faculty expectation for regular academic, scholarship, and research activities toward academic promotion.
• Join and contribute to a highly productive group of 3 MDs, 2 PAs, and 1NP dedicated to the subspeciality of rhinology and endoscopic skull base surgery with outstanding national and international reputation.

Open Rank Assistant Professor - Facial Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery MD (CU Anschutz Medical Campus) Apply to requisition 30991

The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a board-eligible or board-qualified otolaryngologist with subspecialty training in Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery (FPRS) to join the full-time faculty. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with experience/interest in facial nerve reanimation, transgender surgery, cosmetic procedures, and/or clinical research. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Clinical service in the field of FPRS, with the primary location for this position being the University of Colorado Hospital at Anschutz Medical Campus as well as surrounding network of care sites.
• Development of a clinical program in an area of growth at the University of Colorado, specifically in facial nerve reanimation, transgender surgery, cosmetic procedures, and/or clinical research.
• Teaching and mentoring of fellows, residents, medical students, and other related trainees.
• Faculty expectation for regular academic/scholarship/research activities toward academic promotion.

Open Rank Professor - Pediatric Otolaryngologist – MD  (CU Anschutz Medical Campus) Apply to requisition 32294

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a board-eligible or board-qualified pediatric otolaryngologist to join the full-time faculty. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Clinical service in the field of Pediatric Otolaryngology, with the primary location for this position being Children’s Hospital Colorado located at Anschutz Medical Campus as well as surrounding network of care sites.- Teaching and mentoring of fellows, residents, medical students, and other related trainees.
• Teaching and mentoring of fellows, residents, medical students, and other related trainees.
• Faculty expectation for regular academic/scholarship/research activities toward academic promotion 

Open Rank Professor - Pediatric Otolaryngologist - MD  (Children’s Hospital Colorado - Colorado Springs) Apply to requisition 30005

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a full-time pediatric otolaryngologist faculty member for its pediatric practice at Children's Hospital Colorado, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Clinical/OR service in the field of Pediatric Otolaryngology, with the primary location for this position being Children’s Hospital Colorado/Briargate Outpatient Facility in Colorado Springs.
• Faculty expectation for regular academic/scholarship/research activities toward academic promotion. 

Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Instructor (multiple positions available) Apply to requisition 33600

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is seeking energetic individuals for full-time Advanced Practice Provider positions for its adult practice. We are seeking multiple open positions at this time, in a variety of subspecialties and practice locations as our department continues to grow! The qualified candidates will be appointed to the rank of Instructor within the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery. 

We are seeking one position to be located at the Cherry Creek Medical Center. The provider will practice independently in an outpatient setting, in a shared suite with several subspecialty Otolaryngology MDs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• The advanced practice provider will be expected to support all facets of the outpatient clinical service to include the following: manage new and return patient visits, provide pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordination of care with providers within and outside the University setting. This will take place in concert with RN and MA staff already in place.
• The candidate will be trained to perform office-based procedures such as nasal endoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, minor biopsies and cerumen removal.

We are seeking positions within our head & neck cancer practice to be located at the Anschutz Medical Campus. As an active member of the head & neck surgery team, the candidate will work under the supervision of experienced head & neck surgeons in the outpatient and/or inpatient setting supporting a large academic tertiary referral practice focusing on the management of complex head and neck cancer patients. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• The advanced practice provider will be expected to support all facets of the outpatient clinical service to include the following: manage new and return patient visits, provide pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordination of care with providers within and outside the University setting. This will take place in concert with RN and MA staff already in place.
• The candidate will be trained to perform office-based procedures such as fiberoptic laryngoscopy, nasal endoscopy, management of feeding tubes, management of tracheostomy tubes, and office-based procedures such as simple biopsies.
• The advanced practice provider will be expected to support all facets of the inpatient clinical service to include the following: daily rounds, patient orders, inpatient progress notes, obtaining consultations and coordinating inpatient care. 

We are seeking additional positions in the outpatient and/or inpatient settings at the Anschutz Medical Campus and surrounding network of care sites. Positions may be within subspecialty practice such as Otology, Rhinology, Facial Plastics, Sleep, or General Otolaryngology. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• For inpatient positions, the advanced practice provider will work under the supervision of the adult faculty otolaryngologists to provide primarily inpatient care, with the potential for occasional outpatient follow-up care. The advanced practice provider will be expected to support all facets of the inpatient clinical service, to include the following:
  
  • Admission of patients during weekday hours.
  • Daily rounding on patients with the Chief Resident and resident team and assistance with clinical documentation.
  • Discharge planning for patients on service, including care coordination of home health and supplies (such as tracheostomy supplies and care, tube feedings, wound care).
  • Consultations, both inpatient and from the emergency department, during weekday hours. Performed bedside procedures, such as endoscopy and biopsy, as appropriate.
  • Perform patient and family education as well as obtaining surgical consents, as appropriate.
  • Direct communication with nursing, respiratory therapy, social work, consulting services, and other care management teams as well as PCPs is expected.
  • For outpatient positions, the advanced practice provider will work under the supervision of the faculty otolaryngologist. The position will be expected to support all facets of the outpatient clinical service to include the following: manage new and return patient visits, provide pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordination of care with providers within and outside the University setting. This will take place in concert with RN and MA staff already in place.
  • The candidate will be trained to perform office-based procedures such as fiberoptic laryngoscopy, nasal endoscopy, management of feeding tubes, management of tracheostomy tubes, flexible laryngoscopy, minor biopsies, and cerumen removal.

   

Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner  (Children’s Hospital Colorado - Colorado Springs) Apply to requisition 34721

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for its pediatric practice at the Children’s Hospital of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The qualified candidate will be appointed to the rank of Instructor within the department. As an active member of the pediatric team, the candidate will work closely with experienced pediatric otolaryngologists in both the outpatient and inpatient setting to support a busy practice focusing on the management of complex pediatric otolaryngology patients. 


Key Responsibilities:

• The physician assistant/nurse practitioner will work under the supervision of the faculty otolaryngologist to provide both inpatient and outpatient care.
• The physician assistant/nurse practitioner will be expected to support all facets of the outpatient clinical service to include the following: manage new and return patient visits, provide pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordination of care with providers within and outside the practice setting. This will take place in concert with RN and MA staff already in place.
• The candidate will be trained to perform both office-based and hospital-based procedures such as fiberoptic laryngoscopy, nasal endoscopy, management of tracheostomy tubes, simple biopsies, nasal cautery, microscopic ear examination and cleaning/debridement.
• The scope of inpatient duties includes performing morning patient rounds, completing discharge summaries, performing in-patient and out-patient consults, and assisting on surgical cases. He/she will be expected to be involved in patient education as well as obtaining surgical consents. Communication with PCPs and other CHCO physicians by phone is also expected.
• The candidate will become proficient in the electronic medical record (EMR) system used by the hospital.
  Assist in the education of nurses and medical assistants in the field of otolaryngology.
• Provide administrative support and thorough follow-up to ensure orderly, effective, and superior patient care. This may include the development and implementation of educational materials or protocols for staff and patients.
• While not required at this time, overnight call, evening, weekend, and holiday work/call may be required in the future.

Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner (Children’s Hospital Colorado - Aurora) Apply to requisition 34650

The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for its pediatric practice at Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) in Aurora, Colorado. This position will provide primarily outpatient clinical services but will be expected to provide regular coverage of inpatient shifts periodically. The qualified candidate will be appointed to the rank of Instructor within the Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• The physician assistant/nurse practitioner will work under the supervision of the faculty otolaryngologist to provide both inpatient and outpatient care, at the Anschutz Medical Campus and network of care.
• The physician assistant/nurse practitioner is to work under the supervision of the faculty pediatric otolaryngologists to provide primarily outpatient care. Even though this position is primarily an outpatient position, it will be expected to provide some regular coverage of inpatient shifts at the Anschutz Medical Campus.
• The outpatient scope of duties includes performing patient interviews, physical examination, as well as formulating diagnoses and management plans including office-based procedures, and participation in after-hours call responsibilities.
• The inpatient scope of duties includes performing early morning patient rounds, completing discharge summaries, performing inpatient and outpatient consultations, and participation in after-hours call responsibilities as needed.
• The advanced practice provider will be expected to be involved in patient education as well as obtaining surgical consents. Communication with PCPs and other CHCO physicians by phone is also expected.
• He/she will be expected to become proficient in our electronic medical record system (EPIC) and be able to chart, obtain data and use all the communication tools.
• Assist in the education of nurses and medical assistants in the field of otolaryngology.
• Provide administrative support and thorough follow-up to ensure orderly, effective, and superior patient care. This may include the development and implementation of educational materials or protocols for staff and patients.

Speech Language Pathologist – SLP - Instructor (CU Anschutz Medical Campus) Apply to requisition 34169

The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist for its Laryngology and Head & Neck Oncology practices at the University of Colorado Hospital and affiliated sites.  The qualified candidate will be appointed to the rank of Instructor within the department. As an active member of the Laryngology and Head and Neck Oncology teams, the candidate will work closely with experienced, specialized Otolaryngologists primarily in the outpatient setting, with some inpatient work, exclusively supporting a large academic tertiary referral practice focusing on the evaluation and management of a range of complex voice, airway, and swallowing disorders in adult patients. Responsibilities include the following:

• Work with Laryngologists in an outpatient setting to treat patients with a specific focus on voice related disorders. The patient population will include all patients with voice disorders including professional voice users and singers. Diagnoses may include benign laryngeal lesions, vocal fold paralysis, Parkinson’s disease and other neurologic voice disorders, chronic cough, paradoxical vocal fold motion, etc.
• Work with specialized Head & Neck Otolaryngologists in an outpatient and inpatient setting to treat patients with a specific focus on evaluation and treatment of dysphagia including head and neck cancer, neurologic disorders, and functional etiologies.
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team including physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and support staff to evaluate and manage new and return patients, provide pre-operative and post-operative education and care, inpatient consultations, inpatient rounding, and coordinate care with providers within and outside the University setting.
• The Speech Language Pathologist will be expected to participate in all facets of the outpatient clinical service to include the following: evaluate and manage new and return patient visits in joint and solo clinical models, provide pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordination of care with providers within and outside the University setting.
• Perform specialized procedures to screen, evaluate and diagnose voice, swallowing and upper airway disorders as referred by a licensed physician, including evaluation and management of tracheoesophageal puncture; videolaryngostroboscopic (flexible fiberoptic and rigid) examination of the vocal tract, computerized acoustic and aerodynamic analysis, motor-speech examination, perceptual evaluation of voice, videoflourscopic swallow studies, fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing, and history taking.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on the results of evaluation and goals established. Treatment may require use of specialized instrumentation listed above for physiologic monitoring to maximize patient response in voice/speech therapy. Treatment may require sizing and placement of tracheoesophageal voice prostheses for alaryngeal speakers and training patients in alaryngeal speech techniques (electrolarynx, esophageal speech)
• Provide administrative support and thorough follow-up to ensure orderly, effective, and superior patient care. This may include the development and implementation of educational materials or protocols for staff and patients.
• Educate and counsel patients, family and/or caregivers regarding evaluation results, treatment recommendations, and the psychological consequences of communication disorders.
•  Confer with physicians in the review of patients evaluated in the Laryngology and Head and Neck clinics to assist in establishing the medical diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
• Complete patient care documentation as required, including evaluation and progress reports, forms for third-party reimbursement, etc.
• Assist in the education of students, residents, fellows, nurses, and medical assistants in the field of speech-language pathology.
• Participate in the academic research mission through clinical trials, manuscript preparation, journal review, scientific presentations, etc.