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Instructor Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs)

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Otolaryngology

Job Title:** **Instructor - Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs)

Position #00826663 - Requisition #37935

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities

+ The physician assistant/nurse practitioner will work under the supervision of the faculty otolaryngologist to provide both inpatient and outpatient care.

+ The physician assistant/nurse practitioner will be expected to support all facets of the outpatient clinical service to include the following: manage new and return patient visits, provide pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordination of care with providers within and outside the practice setting. This will take place in concert with RN and MA staff already in place.

+ The candidate will be trained to perform both office-based and hospital-based procedures such as fiberoptic laryngoscopy, nasal endoscopy, management of tracheostomy tubes, simple biopsies, nasal cautery, microscopic ear examination and cleaning/debridement.

+ The scope of inpatient duties includes performing morning patient rounds, completing discharge summaries, performing in-patient and out-patient consults, and assisting on surgical cases. He/she will be expected to be involved in patient education as well as obtaining surgical consents. Communication with PCPs and other CHCO physicians by phone is also expected.

+ The candidate will become proficient in the electronic medical record (EMR) system used by the hospital.

+ Assist in the education of nurses and medical assistants in the field of otolaryngology.

+ Provide administrative support and thorough follow-up to ensure orderly, effective, and superior patient care. This may include the development and implementation of educational materials or protocols for staff and patients.

+ While not required at this time, overnight call, evening, weekend, and holiday work/call may be required in the future.

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Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

+ 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

+ Top-ranked city of "Best Places to Live in US" by US News & World Report.

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.o For applicants with an **NP degree,** it is required to have an Acute Care Certification. For those NP candidates who have worked at least 5 years in a related pediatric inpatient setting, the candidate would be required to enroll in and complete an acute care certification within 4 years of hire. For those NP candidates who have less than 5 years' experience in a related pediatric inpatient setting, the candidate would be required to enroll in and complete an acute care certification within 2 years of hire.

How to Apply:

Screening of Applications Begins:

10/31/2025

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Instructor - Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs) - 37935 Faculty

The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for its pediatric practice at the Children's Hospital of Colorado in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The qualified candidate will be appointed to the rank of Instructor within the department. As an active member of the pediatric team, the candidate will work closely with experienced pediatric otolaryngologists in both the outpatient and inpatient setting to support a busy practice focusing on the management of complex pediatric otolaryngology patients.:This position is expected to work onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6633535&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .Colorado Springs Community Highlights:

+ 17th most-educated city in nation- 2023 (Forbes and Wallet Hub)

+ Diverse community with numerous ethnic and religious groups (including Jewish Synagogues, Islamic Mosques, Buddhist Temple, Wicca, and a variety of Christian denominations).

+ Countless options for authentic ethnic food from Filipino, Salvadorian, Middle Eastern, Ethiopian, Jamaican, and many more.

+ Local airport serviced by major airlines - American, Delta, United, and Southwest

+ Professional League Sports: Colorado Springs Switchbacks (Soccer) and Rocky Mountain Vibes (Baseball)

+ Arts: over 65 galleries, Colorado Springs Philharmonic, professional theatre performances including Broadway shows

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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

+ Ability to obtain a Colorado PA or NP license. **Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Experience in Pediatric or Otolaryngology practice.

+ Pediatric Otolaryngology experience preferred. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:**

+ Demonstrated ability to function both independently and in collaboration with other health care professionals.

+ Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of health care specialists, staff, and service areas.

+ Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and adapt easily to change.

+ Outstanding communication skills, advanced organizational skills, and compassion for patients.

+ Ability to travel and perform services at Network of Care sites.

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 position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressApplications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6633535&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) .Questions should be directed to: Carly Moses, [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected])

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by . Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6633535&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

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=6633535&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) .

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.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6633535&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=6633535&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) . Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20264 - SOM-OTO GENERAL OPERATIONS : Full-time : Oct 8, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Carly Moses Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\[email protected]) Position Number: 00826663jeid-4c4ac9bd0b209e4899fe7edbb2debb80

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.