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Instructor Advanced Practice Provider

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics, Section of Hospital Medicine

Job Title:** **Instructor - Advanced Practice Provider

Position #00807313 - Requisition #34348

_*This position is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.*_

Job Summary:

+ exemplary family-centered care to our patients and families

+ seamless communication to referring community providers

+ a focus on educating fellows (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/pediatrics/sections/pediatric-hospital-medicine/fellowships) , residents (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/pediatrics/education/pediatric-residency-program) , medical students, and advance practice provider students in the field of general pediatric hospital medicine

+ scholarship in all areas that impact inpatient pediatric care

Key Responsibilities:

+ Care for pediatric patients of all age ranges, developmental, nutritional, and physiological status in the inpatient setting.

+ Works independently within the multidisciplinary team to provide quality inpatient care and disease management for a variety of pediatric inpatient conditions of varying acuity and complexity from admission through discharge, including coordination of discharge planning with case managers, social work, nurses, and other medical personnel.

+ Monitoring of illness progression ad escalation of care for decompensating patients.

+ LP procedural skills and privilege maintenance (initial procedural privileging can be obtained upon employment if not already privileged).

+ Care for well newborns in 3 locals community hospitals from admission to discharge.

+ Circumcision and frenotomy procedural skills and privilege maintenance (initial procedural privileging can be obtained upon employment if not already privileged).

+ Nocturnist role: Co-management with MD/DO attending coverage of Colorado Springs general medical inpatient team, including admissions, transfers, stabilization of decompensating patients. Coverage of nursery pager for all sites, including as needed evaluation of patients at the Memorial North nursery overnight.

Why Join Us:

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Physician Assistant:

+ Graduation from an APAP approved Physician Assistant Training Program.

+ Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

+ Colorado license will be required prior to start date.

+ BLS, PALS and NRP certification will be required prior to start date.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner:

+ Graduate of an accredited BSN program.

+ APN licensure and a master's from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

+ BLS, PALS and NRP certification will be required prior to start date.

+ Pediatric Nursing Certification Board certificate or other comparable certification required.

+ Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification required.

+ Ability to obtain Prescriptive Authority in the State of Colorado. Will need to qualify for and obtain prescriptive authority within one year of beginning position.

Conditions of Employment:

+ Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado.

+ _Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check._

+ _Colorado license, BLS, PALS and NRP will be required prior to start date._

_*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting._

_Preferred Qualifications:_

+ _Three to five (3-5) years of experience in pediatrics._

+ _Current CO state prescriptive authority._

+ _Inpatient experience._

_Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:_

+ _Knowledge of a variety of common pediatric and adolescent inpatient conditions._

+ _Superior customer service, communication, organizational and prioritization, problem solving, and collaboration skills are necessary._

+ _Expertise and training in history and physical examinations and determination of treatment plans necessary._

_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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) ._

_Questions should be directed to: Elizabeth McKelvey, [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=Elizabeth.McKelvey@ChildrensColorado.org)_

_Screening of Applications Begins:_

_This is an open-ended posting used to recruit multiple candidates throughout the year. We will contact candidates when there is an opening._

_Anticipated Pay Range:_

_The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as_ **_HIRING RANGE:_**

_$111,000 to $121,000 based on 1.0 FTE_

_The above 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._

_Perks & Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/perks/anschutz-medical-campus (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/perks/anschutz-medical-campus)_

_Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=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 [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) ._

_Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References_ **_Job Category_**

_: Faculty_ **_Primary Location_**

_: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21566 - SOM-PEDS HospMed-GenOps_ **_Schedule_**

_: Full-time_ **_Posting Date_**

_: Jul 25, 2024_ **_Unposting Date_**

_: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Elizabeth McKelvey Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=Elizabeth.McKelvey@ChildrensColorado.org) Position Number: 00763082_

_To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=34348&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/5614627)_

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Instructor - Advanced Practice Provider - 34348 Faculty

Full time (0.5-1.0 FTE/0.5-1.0 cFTE) position in the Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine. This position will have responsibility at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Colorado Springs Campus on general medical pediatric inpatient, as well as time in the local community newborn well nursery sites of Memorial Central, Memorial North and Common Spirit St. Francis. This position will include day and nocturnist shifts, including weekends and holidays at these locations. The Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Children's Hospital Colorado (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=http://www.childrenscolorado.org/) is rapidly expanding, with the recruitment of some of the nation's best and brightest pediatric hospitalists. As we expand our academic, quality improvement, and educational programs, we continue to provide expert inpatient medical care for children throughout Colorado, and beyond. Our hospitalists offer 24 hours a day, seven days a week pediatric hospitalist services at all Children's Colorado (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=https://www.childrenscolorado.org/doctors-and-departments/departments/hospitalist/) campuses and our partners with many other hospitals. We aim to provide: All of our faculty members bring a strong clinical focus, while many pursue research in education and clinical hospital medicine. Our faculty also serve in administrative capacities for the University, Children's Hospital, and our partner hospitals.

Colorado Springs is ranked in the topmost desirable places to live in the United States by US News and World Report. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from a wide variety of activities ranging from hiking, biking, fishing, camping, golfing, and skiing. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak, America's Mountain, this beautiful city can receive over 300 days of sunshine and offers an ideal climate year-round. Additionally, the city has a robust visual and performing arts community. It is home to the US Olympic Training Center and three universities including The Air Force Academy. All three universities have an active athletic department and performing arts. The Colorado Springs metro area has a population over 700,000 with excellent schools and a robust economy. While Colorado Springs has a lot to do, Denver is only 60 miles north - you can enjoy the benefits of both cities! Children's Hospital Colorado is ranked among the "Best Pediatric Programs" in Colorado by U.S. News and World Report. The Children's Hospital in Colorado Springs has a level two pediatric trauma designation with 115 hospital beds (16 PICU, 50 NICU, and 49 medicine/ surgery). We have a growing number of subspecialty services available to provide topnotch pediatric care - both inpatient and outpatient. 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5614627&targetURL=https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness) .

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.