Denver Health Medical Center—Colorado’s essential safety-net health system and a nationally recognized academic center—is seeking an accomplished Emergency Medicine physician to lead the Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety Department (RMPDS) as its next Executive Director in Denver, CO.
This role is uniquely suited for EM physicians and medical toxicologists who thrive at the intersection of clinical care, public health, system leadership, and academic innovation. RMPDS is one of the nation’s most respected poison centers, providing critical, 24/7 medical toxicology expertise while driving internationally impactful research, surveillance, and education.
Why EM & Toxicology Leaders Choose Denver Health:
A Career with Purpose: As a safety-net institution, Denver Health serves the region’s most vulnerable populations. Your leadership directly supports a mission that saves lives, strengthens communities, and advances health equity.
Academic Growth & Influence: You will shape toxicology training for medical students, residents, and fellows, and guide nationally visible research initiatives—all within a robust academic environment connected to the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Leadership with Impact: You will serve as the physician voice for the region’s poison center operations, influencing state and federal policy, building high‑impact partnerships, and defining the future of toxicology practice in the Rocky Mountain region.
Institutional Stability & Innovation: RMPDS has a 60+ year track record as a leader in poison control, surveillance, and prevention—with the infrastructure, funding relationships, and research portfolio to support long‑range vision and growth.
A Culture that Invests in You: Denver Health emphasizes professional development, leadership training, scholarship support, and long‑term career pathways for clinician‑leaders.
Strategic & Clinical Leadership
Guide all operational, clinical, and administrative components of RMPDS. Ensure high‑quality, efficient toxicology consultation and call center performance. Maintain clinical excellence and service innovation in a fast‑evolving field.
Visibility & Advocacy
Represent RMPDS at state and national levels, advancing toxicology best practices. Lead public health engagement and help shape policy across the region.
Academic & Research Leadership
Direct research programs, surveillance initiatives, and scholarly output. Strengthen toxicology education for residents, fellows, and students. Foster a culture of inquiry, evidence‑based practice, and innovation.
Organizational & Financial Stewardship
Manage operating budgets and resource allocation. Develop new strategic partnerships and programmatic growth opportunities. Drive transparency, quality improvement, and system efficiency.
People Leadership & Culture
Mentor and grow a high‑performing multidisciplinary team. Champion inclusion, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Interested applicants should submit CV and Cover Letter to:
Aaron Ortiz, Manager of Provider Recruitment
Denver Health Medical Center
aaron.ortiz@dhha.org
W: 303‑602‑4992
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