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INTRODUCTION
University of Colorado Anschutz
School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine
Job Title: Family Physician – CU Medicine Family Medicine - Landmark Open Rank - Sr Instructor, Assistant, Associate Professor
Position #: 00848885 Requisition #40063
Job Summary:
The clinician (MD or DO) in this position will function as a family medicine provider in our CU Medicine Family Medicine - Landmark clinic as a 1.0 FTE clinician without dedicated residency precepting responsibilities. This position will provide high quality medical care.
This position is posted at the Senior Instructor level; in the event that one’s experience exceeds that of a Senior Instructor, or if the candidate wants to be on the promotion track, Assistant Professor will be considered. If the candidate has additional experience, Associate Professor or Professor will be considered.
Examples of Work Performed
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Clinical Care
- Provide full scope direct patient care in an ambulatory clinical setting.
- Participate as needed in chart review and clinical coding compliance activities.
- Assist in supervision of advanced practice providers at the clinic.
- Assist in administrative/clinical quality improvement functions relating to a variety of programs at the direction of the medical director.
Teaching and Mentoring
- Provide education to medical students during their ambulatory rotation.
Administrative/Professional Development
- Maintain eligibility for School of Medicine Faculty.
- Keep abreast of the latest developments in field, both academically and through applied skill.
- Attend and present at conferences, meetings and trainings in order to maintain certification and enhance professional skills; participates in faculty development activities.
- Accept other responsibilities assigned by the Medical Director.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
Why Join Us:
Among these is the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) which is dedicated to “helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five (5) focus areas, each with specific goals:
- Patient Care: Provide outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.
- Research: Create and disseminate new knowledge.
- Training: Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce.
- Community Engagement: Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy.
- Our People: Nurture a thriving, diverse and equitable department culture.
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:
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at time of hire.
Senior Instructor
- Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
- Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program.
- Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care.
Assistant Professor
- Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
- Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program.
- Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care.
Associate Professor
- Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
- Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program and 7+ years’ experience working in primary care.
- Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care. Ability to meet the School of Medicine’s criteria for associate professor.
Professor
- Education: Terminal degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (MD or DO). Board Certified in Family Medicine.
- Experience: Graduation from an accredited Family Medicine Residency program and 10+ years’ experience working in primary care.
- Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado Medical License and possession of a current DEA Certificate. Ability to be fully credentialed with the UCH system and UPI Managed Care. Ability to meet the School of Medicine’s criteria for full professor.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (all positions)
- Experience or interest in education and research and faculty development.
- Experience with using an electronic health record system, preferably Epic.
- Experience with providing Telehealth/virtual visits.
- Licensed MAT provider.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic and Department of Family Medicine faculty and staff.
- Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
- Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
- Experience training and developing staff.
- Ability to meet clinic-specific competencies and expectations.
HOW TO APPLY:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae / Resume.
- 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: Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu.
SCREENING OF APPLICATIONS BEGINS:
Screening begins immediately, preferred will be given to applications completed by 8/31/2026.
ANTICIPATED PAY RANGE:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Salary Range
Senior Instructor Hiring Range:
$195,000-$242,000, plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.
Assistant Professor Hiring Range:
$195,000-$242,000, plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.
Associate Professor Hiring Range
$201,000-$248,000 plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.
Professor Hiring Range
$207,000-$254,000 plus the possibility of incentives based on clinical FTE.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or 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.
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 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, 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.
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.
APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
JOB CATEGORY: Faculty
PRIMARY LOCATION: Aurora
DEPARTMENT: U0001 - Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20148 - SOM-FM GENERAL OPERATIONS
SCHEDULE: Full-time
POSTING DATE: May 27, 2026
UNPOSTING DATE: Ongoing
POSTING CONTACT NAME: Lydia Lyon
POSTING CONTACT EMAIL: Lydia.Lyon@cuanschutz.edu
POSITION NUMBER: 00848885
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Which companies sponsor visas for physicians in Colorado?
The largest physician visa sponsors in Colorado include UCHealth, Centura Health, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health), and Children's Hospital Colorado. Veterans Affairs facilities in Denver and Aurora also sponsor physicians through federal hiring pipelines. Federally Qualified Health Centers serving rural and underserved communities are another active source of sponsorship, particularly for primary care and internal medicine roles.
Which visa types are most common for physician roles in Colorado?
The J-1 visa is widely used for physicians completing residency or fellowship training, often paired with a Conrad 30 waiver that allows the physician to work in an underserved area to satisfy the two-year home residency requirement. The H-1B visa is the primary work visa for physicians entering independent practice. O-1 visas occasionally apply to physicians with exceptional credentials or research profiles.
Which cities in Colorado have the most physician sponsorship jobs?
Denver and its metro area, including Aurora and Lakewood, account for the largest share of physician sponsorship opportunities due to the concentration of major health systems and academic medical centers. Colorado Springs is a secondary hub with growing hospital networks. Rural areas in the San Luis Valley, Eastern Plains, and Western Slope also generate sponsorship openings, particularly for primary care physicians willing to fulfill Conrad 30 waiver obligations.
How to find physician visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can filter directly for physician roles in Colorado to see employers actively sponsoring work visas. This is more efficient than sorting through general job boards where sponsorship availability is rarely disclosed upfront. Migrate Mate updates listings regularly, so checking back frequently helps during active hiring cycles.
Are there state-specific considerations for physician visa sponsorship in Colorado?
Colorado participates in the Conrad 30 waiver program, which allows J-1 visa physicians to waive their two-year home residency requirement by committing to three years of practice in a federally designated Health Professional Shortage Area or Medically Underserved Area. Colorado's HPSA-designated rural communities create meaningful waiver placement opportunities. Physicians sponsored through this pathway must obtain Colorado medical licensure before beginning practice, which can take several months to complete.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physician jobs in Colorado?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.