"Instructor (Advanced Practice Provider)"

Instructor (Advanced Practice Provider)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Job Title: Instructor (Advanced Practice Provider)

Position #: 00844841 - Requisition #38845

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, seeks a Hepatology Advanced Practice Provider at the Instructor level to join the hepatology team. Duties would include outpatient clinics, teaching duties, and performing large volume paracenteses.

This Hepatology position would collaborate with the liver transplant program at the University of Colorado Hospital. Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) for this position will work directly with board certified transplant hepatologists in ongoing care of patients with a variety of liver disease including management of patients on the transplant waiting list. Clinics work will be at the main campus as well as outreach clinics in the Denver metro area and the Front Range. Several opportunities for APPs to be involved in education of physician assistants and nurse practitioners students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independent clinical care of patients with variety of liver disease including follow-up of laboratory testing and imaging in electronic medical record system (EPIC)
• Performance of large volume paracenteses
• Participation in weekly liver transplant selection, pathology and hepatobiliary conferences
• Assignment to a primary hepatologist and nurse navigator for clinical support

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite at both the University of Colorado main campus in Aurora, Colorado, Lone Tree site in south Denver, and monthly clinics in the Colorado Front Range.

Why Join Us:

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology has faculty and staff making contributions to research, clinical trials, and nationally recognized patient care. Gastroenterology & GI Surgery is one of the top ranked in the United States and our clinical partner, the University of Colorado Hospital, and is in the top hospitals nationwide as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is rapidly growing, with clinical practices throughout the state of Colorado and over 80 researchers, physicians and staff, all working toward its vision to prevent and treat disease while being a global model for patient care delivery, interdisciplinary research, and training.

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications for NP

• DNP preferred/MSN required from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure by a national professional organization.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Colorado. Ultimately licensure in New Mexico and Wyoming will be required.
• Admission to the Advanced Practice Registry of the Colorado Board of Nursing.
• Prescriptive authority required.
• Prior experience as NP required.
• BLS is required. ACLS is not required.

Minimum qualifications for PA

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Allowed to practice in the state of Colorado. Ultimately will also require New Mexico and Wyoming licensure.
• Prescriptive authority
• Prior experience as a PA required.
• BLS is required. ACLS is not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service and patient relations skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and work independently
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the professional medical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the gastroenterology clinic.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide on-going patient care.
• Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition and interpreting findings.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and their family members, medical staff, residents, fellows, medical students, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

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: Trish Loftin - TRISHA.LOFTIN@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by March 1, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $100,000-$135,000

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.

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