Instructor, Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP)

Job Summary:

The Division of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery 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 will be working in collaboration with pancreas specialists as the point person for the pancreatic cyst clinic and the pancreatic high-risk screening clinic and seeing these patients 2 days/week in outpatient clinic, as well as other responsibilities in running the pancreatic cyst program.

The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services for surgical oncology patients at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH). These duties include, but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities:

* Discussions with patients regarding information about the programs, flow of appointment and tests that will be performed.

* Advisement of patient scheduling based on concern of disease.

* Collaboration with Pancreatologist and Pancreas Surgeons.

* Reviewing medical records to determine if appropriate for clinic.

* Requesting outside diagnostic tests and pathology/cytology if needed.

* Generating weekly lists of patients to be discussed in the Pancreas Multidisciplinary conference if needed.

* Ordering and interpretation of labs or diagnostic tests needed prior to clinic appointment.

* Prescribing medications as needed, including pre-procedure medications.

* Conducting peer to peer review or writing medical necessity letters with insurance companies for pre-authorization of tests as appropriate.

* Speaking with referring physicians regarding patient referrals.

* Independently performing age-appropriate history and physical examinations for complex acute, critical, and chronically ill patients.

* Sending new patient letters to referring providers using EPIC system.

* Independently seeing patients in follow up as needed.

* Collaboration with team members to finalize patient plans and assisting with ordering tests and referrals as needed.

* Accurate and efficient documentation in EPIC system.

* Contacting referring physicians/PCP for any other medical issues that may have been discovered or referring patient to appropriate specialty/provider as needed.

* Entering data into Pancreas Cyst and Pancreatic High Risk Screening databases.

* Providing coverage in the Pancreas Multidisciplinary Clinic when needed.

* Other responsibilities may be added as the programs grow.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master's degree in Nursing and/or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Current 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).

• At least one year of experience working as an Advanced Practice Provider.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care.

• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

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 October 9, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$99,008 - $133,869

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

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 nondiscrimination 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.