University of Colorado
Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP), Trauma & Acute Care Surgery, Instructor
University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, us, 80041
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Surgery- GITES, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery
Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP), Trauma & Acute Care Surgery, Instructor
Position #:00771312 - Requisition #:33126
Job Summary:
Work Location:
The Department of Surgery has an opening for a full-time Faculty position Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
The Division of GI, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery in the Department of Surgery (GITES) at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, has a full-time faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides inpatient and outpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH).
This description is a summary only, describing the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Key Responsibilities:
* The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services as an Advanced Practice Provider for the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery (TACS) service at Anschutz Medical Campus. These duties will include both an inpatient rounding and consultative role. The Inpatient responsibilities include rounding, writing orders, independent imaging/laboratory review, patient assessment, patient education, care coordination, disease management, and discharge activities.* The consult duties will include participating in trauma bay resuscitations, seeing emergency general surgery & trauma consults, admitting patients, collaborating with consultants, preforming bedside procedures and assisting in the operating room if needed.* There are additional outpatient responsibilities that may be necessary for cross coverage of our service including clinic care, triage of phone calls, emails or faxes, post-op care, follow-up on home care requests, management of referrals and follow-up on diagnostic lab and radiology tests.* Close collaboration with general surgeons, sub-specialty surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, intensivists and hospital staff will be necessary. One key feature of this position is the need to work in close collaboration with surgical residents. Professional interaction with referring physicians and staff, emergency medical personnel and multidisciplinary providers is essential.* The candidate will provide care to patients in the on the inpatient wards, the intensive care unit, acute care areas, and occasionally in the outpatient clinics.* Given the rotating nature of the resident assignments to services, the NP/PA will be a critical part of service continuity and also a link between the inpatient and outpatient environments for patients.* The census and acuity of clinical practice varies from service to service and NP/PAs may at times be asked to provide cross coverage clinical care on different services to deal with this issue.
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
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.
Diversity and Equity:
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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Masters degree in Nursing and/or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.* Current Colorado license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse and/or Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges.* Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board (Nurse Practitioner) and the Medical Review Board (Physician Assistant).
Preferred Qualifications:
* Two years' experience in general surgery, trauma surgery, or critical care setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Excellent communication skills
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
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
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Natalie Deschaine Natalie.deschaine@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 30, 2024.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$99,819 to $140,566
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.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
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.
Department: Surgery- GITES, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery
Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP), Trauma & Acute Care Surgery, Instructor
Position #:00771312 - Requisition #:33126
Job Summary:
Work Location:
The Department of Surgery has an opening for a full-time Faculty position Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
The Division of GI, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery in the Department of Surgery (GITES) at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, has a full-time faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides inpatient and outpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH).
This description is a summary only, describing the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Key Responsibilities:
* The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services as an Advanced Practice Provider for the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery (TACS) service at Anschutz Medical Campus. These duties will include both an inpatient rounding and consultative role. The Inpatient responsibilities include rounding, writing orders, independent imaging/laboratory review, patient assessment, patient education, care coordination, disease management, and discharge activities.* The consult duties will include participating in trauma bay resuscitations, seeing emergency general surgery & trauma consults, admitting patients, collaborating with consultants, preforming bedside procedures and assisting in the operating room if needed.* There are additional outpatient responsibilities that may be necessary for cross coverage of our service including clinic care, triage of phone calls, emails or faxes, post-op care, follow-up on home care requests, management of referrals and follow-up on diagnostic lab and radiology tests.* Close collaboration with general surgeons, sub-specialty surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, intensivists and hospital staff will be necessary. One key feature of this position is the need to work in close collaboration with surgical residents. Professional interaction with referring physicians and staff, emergency medical personnel and multidisciplinary providers is essential.* The candidate will provide care to patients in the on the inpatient wards, the intensive care unit, acute care areas, and occasionally in the outpatient clinics.* Given the rotating nature of the resident assignments to services, the NP/PA will be a critical part of service continuity and also a link between the inpatient and outpatient environments for patients.* The census and acuity of clinical practice varies from service to service and NP/PAs may at times be asked to provide cross coverage clinical care on different services to deal with this issue.
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
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.
Diversity and Equity:
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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Masters degree in Nursing and/or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.* Current Colorado license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse and/or Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges.* Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board (Nurse Practitioner) and the Medical Review Board (Physician Assistant).
Preferred Qualifications:
* Two years' experience in general surgery, trauma surgery, or critical care setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Excellent communication skills
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
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
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Natalie Deschaine Natalie.deschaine@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 30, 2024.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$99,819 to $140,566
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.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
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.