Medical Director, ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders

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Job Summary

Denver Health Medical Center has an opportunity for a Medical Director to lead our ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders. The Medical Director of ACUTE is a vital physician leader at Denver Health who is responsible for the ongoing coordination and oversight of the medical services provided to hospitalized eating disorders patients at Denver Healths ACUTE Eating Disorder Center an internationally recognized destination for patients with complex eating disorders. ACUTEs medical director provides effective leadership and oversight of ACUTEs innovative care model culture of excellence clinical services quality and safety program multidisciplinary staffing clinician professional development and coordination and communication between Denver Health and other community and national organizations serving patients with complex eating disorders.

The position is supported with 60% administrative protected time and effort for leadership and management activities with the remainder of the Medical Directors time dedicated to either direct clinical care or other funded work (e.g. via grant-funded research or other external funding). The role reports directly to Denver Healths Chief Medical Officer and includes a title of Associate Chair with a secondary reporting relationship to the Department Chair of Behavioral Health at Denver Health given the unique relationship between ACUTE and Colorados Behavioral Health Administration. Based on clinical specialty the Medical Director will have a concordant academic appointment within the relevant University of Colorado School of Medicine (CUSOM) department exclusively for academic responsibilities and academic promotion within CUSOM if desired.

Interested applicants should apply online and may submit CV/Cover Letter to:

Braden Huntley Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner

Essential Functions:

• Serve as both a respected clinician in the care of patients with eating disorders and as a strong people-focused and mission-focused leader to ensure all patients being treated at ACUTE receive appropriate high-quality medical care.
  
  Through oversight of and collaboration with the lead hospitalist and other clinical team leaders including psychiatry psychology physical and occupational therapy nutrition and social work ensure outstanding care for all eating disorders patients through the creation implementation and regular improvement of evidence-based clinical care guidelines and policies that support high-quality person-centered care of patients with eating disorders.
  
  Through multi-disciplinary collaboration with ACUTE staff and clinicians ensure that all patients undergoing treatment meet clinical regulatory and insurance prerequisites and requirements according to existing clinical care standards guidelines and regulations.
  
  Support primary clinicians and clinical team leaders in their ownership of all clinical decisions related to patient care. Collaborate with offer guidance to and - when needed - support primary clinicians and team leaders by serving as final decision-maker related to highly complex and/or challenging patient care situations.
  
• Drive operational success of ACUTE including adequate unit volumes and referrals exceptional care for patients strategic growth necessary internal and external partnerships and national/international reputation for leadership research and innovation in care for patients with complex eating disorders who need inpatient care.
  
• Be an accessible present leader who blends strong listening and communication skills with effectiveness resolving conflict building consensus and facilitating change necessary to achieve ACUTEs clinical operational and financial goals while creating a culture characterized by strong engagement and trust.
  
• Serve as an effective leader within ACUTEs triad leadership model working closely with the nurse manager and the executive director assigned to the Center to advance ACUTEs vision and mission. With the other triad leaders play a central role in recruiting retaining and supporting career growth for an outstanding multi-disciplinary staff.
  
• Facilitate regular collaborative communication and problem-solving between Denver Health and community and national organizations serving patients with complex eating disorders.
  
• Work closely with Denver Healths Chair of Behavioral Health and leadership team to ensure continuous compliance with requirements and regulations under Colorados Behavioral Health Administration. Ensure adherence and compliance with applicable guidelines contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
  
• In partnership with other clinical and administrative leaders and staff at ACUTE oversee quality improvement and assurance patient safety and patient experience initiatives for the center.
  
• In partnership with Denver Health departments and leaders ensure ACUTE has necessary support for clinical care via electronic health record/IT tools; integration with Denver Health operations capital and facilities improvement efforts; legal guidance; HR processes; Medical Staff Office collaboration; and finance systems.
  
• Support ongoing clinical research and undertake efforts to advance the science of care for patients with eating disorders as well as the reputation of ACUTE for national/international excellence in the field.

Education:

• Doctorate Degree MD or DO from an accredited Medical School and completion of an accredited residency program(s) and fellowship(s) for specialist in Family Medicine Internal Medicine or Psychiatry (or equivalent if not a US medical graduate). Required

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive leadership overseeing complex clinical operations and/or quality improvement programs including demonstrated ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams caring for complex patients. Required and
• Experience in the clinical care of patients with eating disorders in the inpatient or outpatient setting. Required
• Inpatient experience. Preferred
• Familiarity/comfort with research methods and/or collaborations. Preferred

Licenses:

• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required and
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles procedures and techniques.
• Ability to effectively lead clinical operational functions while providing quality medical care.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communications and express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications listening and social skills.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Your Mission Our Commitment:

At Denver Health you are seen supported and valuednot just for the physician you are but for the healer leader and advocate you choose to be every single day.

We know that medicine is more than diagnoses and treatment plansits human connection trust and compassion. And the clinicians who give that care deserve a workplace that cares just as deeply for them. Thats why Denver Health is committed to creating a place where you can practice medicine with purpose bring your full self to the work and feel truly connected to the diverse community you serve.

Where Your Practice Matters

Every physician at Denver Health contributes to something greater than a clinical encounter. Whether youre rounding on the wards leading in the OR caring for families in clinic or supporting patients in moments of crisis your expertise shapes livesand your own life is enriched in the process. Here youre not just delivering care; youre advancing health equity and strengthening the fabric of our city.

A Medical Community That Feels Like Family

Our physician community supports one another in ways that go beyond professional courtesy. We collaborate across specialties share knowledge freely celebrate clinical wins and step up without hesitation when challenges arise. Youll work alongside colleagues who respect your judgment understand the demands of the profession and genuinely check in on your well-being. You belong to a team that has your back.

Space to GrowAs a Clinician and a Leader

Your career is a journey and were committed to walking it with you. Denver Health offers meaningful mentorship opportunities to teach and train future clinicians support for innovation and pathways to leadership. Whether youre refining your clinical expertise pursuing research shaping policy or expanding into a new specialty area youll find people and programs that help you grow.

Care That Extends to You

Exceptional patient care starts with caring for our physicians. We invest in your well-being with comprehensive benefits mental health resources flexible scheduling options where possible and an environment that recognizes the realities of practicing medicine today. We honor that you are more than your pager or EMR inboxyou are a whole person with a life and loved ones outside the hospital.

Pride in Your Purpose

Most of all being a physician at Denver Health means using your training to make a visible meaningful difference. Youre caring for patients who depend on you improving outcomes for underserved populations and helping create a healthier Denver for all. Its the kind of purpose that grounds youand inspires youevery single day.

Denver Health is more than a medical centerits a place where physicians are valued trusted and empowered to practice with heart. Here your work matters. Here you make an impact. And here you are home.

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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 Denvers 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 Colorados 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 185000 individuals and 67000 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.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.