"Instructor- Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant"

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with patients, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The Division of GI and Hepatology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a 1.0 FTE faculty position available at the rank of Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides primarily outpatient with some inpatient medical care services at the UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital for the University of Colorado Division of Gastroenterology. Primary functions in the inpatient/consult service include providing care for patients hospitalized with various general gastroenterology disorders (pancreatiobiliary diseases, inflammatory bowel disease, acute nausea/vomiting, etc.) with a primary focus on patients with pancreaticobiliary disorders (bile duct stones, pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer). The provider will see new consults, discuss with attending physician, follow up after procedures, arrange for discharge medication as indicated post procedure, and collaborate with physician colleagues on coordination of care.

Other functions include coordinating, triaging, and organizing patient flow, patient follow up contact and test result review. It is anticipated that job duties will take a minimum of 40 hours per week including a minimum of 32 hours of direct patient contact (clinic visits with outpatients and new and return visits with inpatients) that will take place each week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently performing age-appropriate history and physical examinations for complex acute, critical and chronically ill patients
• Accurate and efficient documentation in EPIC system
• Advisement of patient scheduling based on concern of disease
• Reviewing medical records to determine if appropriate for clinic
• Requesting outside diagnostic tests and pathology/cytology as needed
• Ordering and interpretation of labs or diagnostic tests needed prior to multidisciplinary review
• Prescribing medications as needed, including pre-procedure medications
• Conducting peer to peer review or writing medical necessity letters with insurance companies for pre-authorization of tests as appropriate
• Speaking with referring physicians regarding patient referrals
• Sending patient letters to referring physicians using EPIC system
• Independently seeing patients in follow up as needed
• Collaboration with team members to finalize patient plans and assisting with ordering tests and referrals as needed
• Contacting referring physicians/PCP for any other medical issues that may have been discovered or referring patient to appropriate specialty/provider as needed
• Facilitating staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools
• Providing patients with hospital resources as needed
• Tracking patient outcomes/data
• Compliance with hospital protocols/standards
• Attending departmental meetings on a regular basis

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite, primarily in the attached medical office building at the Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, CO as well as the inpatient side of the hospital on occasion.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Division of Gastroenterology (GI) and Hepatology is comprised of an exceptional community of faculty, trainees, and staff. We are bursting with pride as we showcase the exceptional people and programs that define our Division. Within our ranks, you will find experts in general gastroenterology, passionate physicians and advocates for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), highly-skilled interventional endoscopists, and dedicated professionals specializing in general and transplant hepatology. Furthermore, our basic science and clinical research programs are internationally recognized in all areas of gastroenterology and hepatology discovery.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Nurse Practitioner:

• 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
• Admission to the Advanced Practice Registry of the Colorado Board of Nursing
• Prescriptive authority required
• Two (2) years clinical experience in practice as a NP
• Current ACLS certification

Physician Assistant:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Colorado
• Prescriptive authority
• Two (2) or more years of experience in practice as a PA
• Current ACLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) or more years of experience working in Gastroenterology
• Three (3) or more years of inpatient experience
• Three (3) or more years of outpatient experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the professional medical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the gastroenterology clinic
• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care
• 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 developing and maintaining department quality assurance
• 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
• Ability to communicate clearly as an integral member of a team

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: Betsy Pike, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Human Resources, betsy.pike@cuanschutz.eduScreening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by September 15, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range for this position has been established as $120,000-$140,000.