University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: SurgeryJob Title: Advanced Practice Provider (APP) / (PA/NP) Surgery, GITES, InstructorJob Summary:The Division of GI, Trauma and Endocrine Surgery in the Department of Surgery (GITES) at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, has a full-time faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides inpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) Anschutz Campus. The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services for the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery (TACS) team.
The TACS service cares for a large and diverse patient population with a broad spectrum of traumatic injuries, emergency general surgical conditions, and complex postoperative needs. Patients frequently present with significant medical comorbidities, advanced disease processes, multisystem injuries, and challenging social determinants of health. The APPs collaborate closely with the attending surgeons, fellow APPs, residents, fellows, and other multidisciplinary providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced academic environment.
This position will primarily serve the inpatient population but may assist the outpatient/clinic population as needed. This position will be based at the University of Colorado Anschutz Campus.
This description is a summary only, describing the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform comprehensive assessments and manage patients with traumatic injuries and acute surgical conditions.
• Participate in trauma evaluations, resuscitations, and surgical consultations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized patient care plans in collaboration with attending surgeons.
• Provide ongoing management of patients across emergency and inpatient settings.
• Recognize clinical deterioration and initiate appropriate interventions and escalation of care.
• Manage preoperative and postoperative care, including monitoring complications and coordinating treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate consultations, optimize care delivery, and facilitate patient transitions.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Participate in daily rounds, clinical handoffs, and discharge planning to promote continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with institutional standards.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and trauma program performance improvement activities.
• Support clinical education and mentorship of APPs, trainees, and other healthcare team members.
• Participate in departmental meetings, ongoing professional development, and trauma-related educational activities.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and commitment to teamwork.
Work Location:Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
For Nurse Practitioners:
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with both a bachelor's and master's degree in nursing. Must possess an Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification (ex: AGACNP-BC, ACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG or equivalent acute care population focus) consistent with inpatient hospital-based practice. FNP is not accepted.
• Current license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse.
• Meets and maintains the requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board for the Advanced Practice Nurse.
For Physician Assistants:
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant school.
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges.
• Meets and maintains the requirements of the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Preferred Qualifications:- One year experience as an APP.
- One year's experience in surgical care.
- Previous experience in Trauma and Acute Care Surgery.
Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.
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 addre
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Marta O'Grady, marta.ogrady@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:Immediately and continues until March 1, 2027.
Anticipated Pay Range:The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as
HIRING RANGE:$99,819 to $140,566
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.
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