Instructor - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : School of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Job Title : Instructor - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Practice Location : UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, Highlands Ranch, CO

Position #00840901 - Requisition #38070

Job Summary :

The University of Colorado Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with patients, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The Division of GI and Hepatology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a 1.0 FTE faculty position available at the rank of Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides primarily outpatient with some inpatient medical care services at the UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital for the University of Colorado Division of Gastroenterology. Primary functions in the inpatient / consult service include providing care for patients hospitalized with various general gastroenterology disorders (pancreatiobiliary diseases, inflammatory bowel disease, acute nausea / vomiting, etc....) with a primary focus on patients with pancreaticobiliary disorders (bile duct stones, pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer). The provider will see new consults, discuss with attending physician, follow up after procedures, arrange for discharge medication as indicated post procedure, and collaborate with physician colleagues on coordination of care.

Other functions include coordinating, triaging, and organizing patient flow, patient follow up contact and test result review. It is anticipated that job duties will take a minimum of 40 hours per week including a minimum of 32 hours of direct patient contact (clinic visits with outpatients and new and return visits with inpatients) that will take place each week.

Key Responsibilities :

• Independently performing age-appropriate history and physical examinations for complex acute, critical and chronically ill patients
• Accurate and efficient documentation in EPIC system
• Advisement of patient scheduling based on concern of disease
• Reviewing medical records to determine if appropriate for clinic
• Requesting outside diagnostic tests and pathology / cytology as needed
• Ordering and interpretation of labs or diagnostic tests needed prior to multidisciplinary review
• 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
• Sending patient letters to referring physicians 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
• Contacting referring physicians / PCP for any other medical issues that may have been discovered or referring patient to appropriate specialty / provider as needed
• Facilitating staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools
• Providing patients with hospital resources as needed
• Tracking patient outcomes / data
• Compliance with hospital protocols / standards.
• Attending departmental meetings on a regular basis

Work Location :

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite, primarily in the attached medical office building at the Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, CO as well as the inpatient side of the hospital on occasion .

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 :

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

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Nurse Practitioner :

Physician Assistant :

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

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 :

Stephanie Flores gi-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins :

This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range :

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

$120,000-$140,000.

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

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 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 Medicine 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 - 20189 - SOM-MED-Gastroenterology

Schedule

: Full-time

Posting Date

: Oct 20, 2025

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name : Stephanie Flores

Posting Contact Email : gi-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number : 00840901