Faculty
Description
University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: School of Medicine - Department of Orthopedics
Job Title:
Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Orthopedics/
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
**/
Instructor
Position #00854319 - Requisition #41675
Job Summary:**
This
is
a
unique
opportunity
to
work
in
an academic
and
clinically
busy
o
rthopedic
practice
with a focus on S
ports Medicine, Tissue Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine in one of
the
premier
sports
medicine
centers in
Colorado.
The
position
will
be
a
full-time
exempt
(non-hourly)
Instructor
-Physician
Assistant/Nurse Practitioner
position
in
the
Department
of
Orthopedics, University of Colorado
.
The position is not eligible for tenure
Key Responsibilities:
The
applicant
must
be
self-directed,
detail-oriented,
and
adaptable
in
a
high-intensity
environment.
Excellent
communication
and
interpersonal
skills
are
required
as
well.
Performsthoroughhistoryandphysicalexaminationsonassignedpatients;assessesandtreatsacute/chronicmedicalproblems(focusingonthemusculoskeletalsystem)andprovidesdirect patientcaretoaspecifiedpatientpopulation.Writeprescriptionsformedications,PT,OT,imagingstudies,andDMEasneeded.CompleteFMLAandotherformsandschoolnotesasneeded.
Assistsinprovidingpre-op,intra-opandpost-opcare;writesappropriateorders,includingthose for narcoticsandotherscheduleddrugs.Therewillbecasting,splinting,anddressing/wound care required.
Assistorthopedicsurgeoninoperatingroomsetting. Will be required to be proficient at multi-layer tissue closure and to assist in complex surgical cases. Significant experience with suturing techniques such as subcuticular and complex wound closure is required.
OccasionallyprovidefracturereductionsinERorofficeasneeded,butnotconscioussedation.Performjointaspirationsandinjections.
Mustbecomeproficientindocumentationandusethecurrent ElectronicMedicalRecord system.
Notifiesattendingphysicianoncall, housephysicianoncall,orsupervisingphysicianregardinganyunusualorunexpectedeventsorproblemsrequiringdirectphysicianconsultation.
Practicessafety,environmental,and/orinfectioncontrolmethods.
Coordinatestheactivitiesofpatientcareandsupportstaffwithintheclinic.Workwiththeteamtoensuresmoothpatient flow intheclinic.
Writesprogressnotesonpatients'officeandhospitalchartsindicatingpatientstatusandtreatmentproceduresperformed;maintainsotherrecordsasrequired.
Provideshealtheducation topatientsandfamilies;maytrainandsupervise medicalstudents, residents,fellows,PhysicianAssistantstudents,andotherhealthprofessionalstudents,engagedinspecificclinicalactivities.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. Participate (attend, give talks, help organize) in educational programs for CU Sports Medicine including weekly academic conference, journal club, and symposia.
Willassistincommunityoutreacheventsincludinggivingeducationaltalks,organizing,planning,andattending.
Helpdevelopwritteneducationalmaterialsandtreatmentprotocolsforspecificconditionsandpost-operativecare.
Assistinpreparingandgivingpowerpointandposterpresentationsforeducationalpurposesatinstitutional,localandnationalmeetings.
Mayperformclinicalresearchrelatedtospecificconditionsandassistinpreparationofmanuscriptsforpublication.
Performsmiscellaneousjob-relateddutiesas assigned.
Flexibilityrequiredasthenatureofthe positionwillchangeovertimeas onegainsknowledgeandexperiencewithsportsmedicine/orthopedicconditions.Theexpectationwillbeforgraduallymoreindependenceintheofficeasconfidenceis gained.
This
position
works
primarily
Monday-Friday
(butwill
have
some
weekend
responsibilities
including team
coverage,
educational
symposia,
outreach
events
and
occasional
call)
and
will
be
located
primarily
in
Denve
r
,
Colorado.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite at the UC Health Steadman Hawkins Clinic in Englewood, CO.
Why Join Us:
We are a department of nationally ranked orthopedic surgeons and our mission is to provide the highest quality, professional and innovative orthopedics care through the integration of comprehensive education and cutting-edge musculoskeletal research.
We place a high level of importance on achieving and maintaining a diverse environment that fosters excellence and rewarding opportunities.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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: 11/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.
State
of
Colorado
Certified
Physician
Assistant
or
Inclusion
on
the
State
of
Colorado
Advanced
Practice
Registry
as
an
Advance
Practice
Nurse
*
Certification
by
the
National
Commission
on
Certification
of
Physician
Assistants
or
c
ertificati
on
by
the
American
Academy
of
Nurse Practitioners
*
CPR
C
ertifie
d
*Preferred Qualifications:
2 years
'
experience
directly
related
to
the
duties
and
responsibilities
specified above.
*
Previous experience with complex wound closure and subcuticular suturing.
*
Previous experience assisting with complex sports medicine procedures such as cartilage and meniscal transplantation and multi-ligament reconstruction of the knee.
*
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification; certification pending, as documented by temporary certificate.
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: Lindsey Renn,
lindsey.renn@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by December 31, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (
) for this position has been established as
HIRING RANGE:
$111,000 - $130,000
The above salary range (
) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your payc
