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Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant - Department of Family Medicine Flex APP - Sr. Instructor - UCHealth Primary Care - Lone Tree

Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant - Department of Family Medicine Flex APP - Sr. Instructor - UCHealth Primary Care - Lone Tree

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical CampusAurora, CO, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine

Job Title :

Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant - Department of Family Medicine Flex APP - Sr. Instructor - UCHealth Primary Care - Lone Tree

Position #00828105 - Requisition #35137

Job Summary :

Within an outpatient ambulatory practice setting, within the context of a clinical care team and a Patient Centered Medical Home Residency practice, provide full spectrum ambulatory care including, but not limited to, chronic disease management, acute and "urgent" care, and wellness and preventative care for adult and pediatric patients. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) evaluates, assesses, diagnosis, prescribes and educates patients regarding their particular illness or chronic disease. The position provides high quality primary care to all patients, evaluate and treat acute and chronic problems for the patient population, complete histories, thorough assessments and physical examinations on all patients with accurate and complete documentation reflected in medical records and collaborates and communicates with other departments and colleagues, such as the pharmacy, to ensure optimal patient virtual care, including via telehealth appointments.

TOTAL FTE COMMITMENT : 1.00 cFTE (

32 hours of appointable clinic hours per week and 8 hours per week of clinical administrative time (paperwork, documentation, required meetings, required trainings, etc.).

Examples of Work Performed

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to :

Clinical Administration (0 - .50 Flex FTE) : In addition to clinical administrative time of 8 hours per week described above per 1.0 cFTE, p rovide Epic in-basket management support remotely for clinicians as directed by the Medical Director / Associate Medical Director.

Clinical / Direct Patient Care (.50 - 1.00 FTE flex time on-site) : Empaneled clinician that is right sized based on cFTE. C linic flex time as needed by the clinic for schedule leveling; no call pool participation.

Clinical Administration

Provide off-site Epic in-basket management support to patients' the provider has seen and is following up on as well as patients seen by other clinic's providers when they are away on vacation or FMLA.

  • Meet with the Medical Director / Associate Medical Director monthly to discuss needs and schedule.
  • Log in to Epic based on clinic needs and as directed by the Clinic Medical Directors to see if any Critical Labs or on-call issues arose overnight.
  • New tasks appear continuously throughout the day, plan to check in-box continually during clinic hours and over the lunch hour.
  • Refill medications, review chart in detail, check PDMP for controlled substances. Task to front desk if patient needs to schedule an appointment.
  • Review any "flagged" labs and notify patient of results.
  • Answer MHC messages either with a message that their PCP is away and will answer when back or take care of the message completely; protocols to be developed.
  • Place referrals if appropriate.
  • Attempt to close the loop in as many tasks as possible.

Clinical / Direct Patient Care

In person, appointments and patient education based on clinic location staffing needs; clinic flex time as requested by the clinic for schedule leveling; will carry a panel of patients based on cFTE.

  • Provide quality, accessible, cost-effective primary care for patients served by University of Colorado Hospitals and other DFM sites as designated.
  • Provide direct patient care for empaneled patients or same day acute care patients who require / request same-day appointments.
  • Collaborate as appropriate with medical staff in the care of complex patients.
  • Interact with other health professionals to create guidelines and coordinate patient care.
  • Collaborate with other team members in chronic disease management and patient care management.
  • Will not participate in afterhours call pool.
  • Provide quality care for other populations as assigned.
  • Support and collaborate with medical, nursing and office staff.

    • Other Duties

    As part of being a faculty member in an academic environment, participate in educational and research activities as opportunities present themselves and / or other duties as assigned by clinical leadership.

    Work Location :

    Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Lone Tree, Colorado.

    Why Join Us :

    The University of Colorado Department of Family Medicine (DFM) seeks a creative and capable individual to lead strategic communications for a national leader in academic medicine. Recently ranked #7 Best Family Medicine Programs by U.S. News, DFM seeks a communications professional who is a storyteller at heart. Someone with a broad range of skills and a desire to put them to work to demonstrate the impact of cutting-edge family medicine care, research, and innovation.

    The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) mission is "To heal, teach, discover, and connect. Together." by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five key aims, each with specific goals :

  • Patient Care - Providing outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.
  • Research - Create and disseminate new knowledge.
  • Training - Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce.
  • Community Engagement - Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy.
  • Our People - Nurture a thriving DFM culture.

    • 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 CU Advantage .

    Equal Opportunity Statement :

    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.

    Qualifications :

    Minimum Qualifications :

    Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

    Senior Instructor Minimum Qualifications

  • Masters / Doctor of Nursing practice degree or graduation from an NCCPA-approved physician assistant program
  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado.
  • Completion of required 1,000 hours (provisional prescription authority / mentorship) or other minimum as defined by State of Colorado in order to obtain full prescriptive authority and DEA registration.
  • Medicare / Medicaid credentials.
  • Unrestricted DEA license and current CPR license.
  • National certification by ANCC or AANP as family or adult nurse practitioner (if FNP).

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Minimum 3+ years (full time) of FNP experience working in a Patient Centered Medical Home / Ambulatory Family Medicine practice
  • Experience working with Epic or another EHR.
  • Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the office's policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates cultural humility and commitment to minimizing implicit bias in clinical care .

    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

    To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following :

  • Ability to consult with supervisory physicians on patient care and administrative issues.
  • Able to document history, physical examinations, assessments and treatment plans for each patient by using the electronic medical record and enter follow-up diagnostic testing and laboratory studies that have been ordered.
  • Able to discuss and promote wellness for all patients.
  • Knows when and how to refer patients to other health care professionals when the care that needs to be provided is beyond their scope of practice.
  • Proven effectiveness in working with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
  • Working knowledge of HIPAA.
  • Ability to prioritize and respond to emergencies in a calm manner.
  • Ability to verbalize information / directions clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to administer patient medications properly.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Ability to analyze, prioritize, and resolve patient and office problems.
  • Ability to participate effectively as a member of a team.
  • Ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks and complete administrative duties correctly and on time.

    • How to Apply :

    For full consideration, please submit the following document(s) :

  • A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
  • Curriculum vitae / Resume
  • 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 : Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

    Screening of Applications Begins :

    Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by August 15, 2025.

    Anticipated Pay Range :

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

    Senior Instructor

    $101,450 - $147,522

    The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

    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 - 20148 - SOM-FM GENERAL OPERATIONS

    Schedule

    : Full-time

    Posting Date

    : May 15, 2025

    Unposting Date

    : Ongoing

    Posting Contact Name : Lydia Lyon

    Posting Contact Email : Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

    Position Number : 00828105

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