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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Advanced Practice Provider Pediatric Surgery - Instructor - NP/PA
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Position Number: 5658417
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Medicine - Physicians

Advanced Practice Provider Pediatric Surgery - Instructor - NP/PA - 34959 Faculty

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider Pediatric Surgery - Instructor - NP/PA

Position #:00827617 – Requisition #:34959

Job Summary:

The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a full-time faculty position (1.0 FTE) available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty, this position provides inpatient and outpatient medical care services at the Children's Hospital Colorado and its affiliates.

The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services for the wound care clinic, the hand clinic and general plastics clinic as well as first assist in hand and plastic surgeries. The work schedule may vary but will primarily be Monday-Friday during normal business hours. Some flexibility may be required. This position will work predominantly at the Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora but may be required to work at multiple CHCO locations including Main, North, and South.

Example of Duties:

Provide independent wound services for all outpatient wound care. This will include wound debridement, wound VAC applications, knowledge of wound care products, and outpatient wound consultations in the ED and clinic areas.
Support for pediatric congenital hand program, outpatient hand clinic, and OR first assist
Management of in-patient pediatric plastic surgery patients, to include daily rounds, writing of orders, patient assessment, patient education, and discharge.
General pediatric plastic surgery ED consults, OR first assist, post-operative visits, follow-up appointments, new patient exams, and appropriate scope procedures (excisions, injections, laser treatment, etc.).
Triage, manage, and coordinate care of patients with urgent or emergent complaints in conjunction with the primary physician.
Triage patient telephone calls and e-mails and provide consultation.
Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between physician visits.
Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards.

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 https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658417&targetURL=Example of Duties:

Provide independent wound services for all outpatient wound care. This will include wound debridement, wound VAC applications, knowledge of wound care products, and outpatient wound consultations in the ED and clinic areas.
Support for pediatric congenital hand program, outpatient hand clinic, and OR first assist
Management of in-patient pediatric plastic surgery patients, to include daily rounds, writing of orders, patient assessment, patient education, and discharge.
General pediatric plastic surgery ED consults, OR first assist, post-operative visits, follow-up appointments, new patient exams, and appropriate scope procedures (excisions, injections, laser treatment, etc.).
Triage, manage, and coordinate care of patients with urgent or emergent complaints in conjunction with the primary physician.
Triage patient telephone calls and e-mails and provide consultation.
Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between physician visits.
Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards.

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.

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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. 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.

Master's Degree – Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Certification from the appropriate professional society (NCCPA, AANP)
Colorado medical license will be required prior to start date
Must be eligible for certification with independent prescriptive authority.
Must have or able to obtain Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification within six months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 1 year of surgical advanced practice experience
Current Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification with prior experience
Previous experience in pediatric plastic surgery
Previous experience in hand surgery
Previous experience working in an academic hospital

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: Jessica Wu, Jessica.2.wu@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by September 30, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$108,000 to $128,000

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.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category: Faculty

Primary Location: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20328 - SOM-SRG-RS PLAS Clinical

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Sep 19, 2024

Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Jessica Wu Posting Contact Email: Jessica.2.Wu@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00827617