"Instructor of Clinical Practice (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for Dialysis)"

Job Details

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Department of Medicine- Division of Renal Diseases and Hypertension

Job Title: Instructor of Clinical Practice (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for Dialysis)

Position #00823091 – Requisition #38289

Job Summary:

This is an opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to see chronic kidney disease and dialysis patients in an outpatient setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• The APP will be responsible for the evaluation and management of patients with chronic kidney disease requiring hemodialysis and work with physicians in determining best management.
• Oversee management of patients on maintenance hemodialysis.
• Perform history and physical examinations
• Review diagnostic testing,
• Check medication dosages and adjusting medications,
• Check laboratory values
• General assessment and provide educational guidance to patients with advanced chronic kidney disease and requiring hemodialysis

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado

Why Join Us:

The Renal Division at the University of Colorado is consistently ranked within the top kidney programs in the U.S. by U.S. News and World Report. Our nationally – and internationally – recognized healthcare professionals specialize in treating patients with a wide variety of kidney diseases, end-stage kidney disease, kidney transplant evaluation and post-transplant care, immune-mediated kidney disease, hypertension, kidney stones and polycystic kidney disease.

Patients can be seen in clinics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Denver Health, and the Denver Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Our providers also serve multiple dialysis units in the Denver Metro area.

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:

*Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.*

• Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with National Board Certification and Colorado state license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of relevant experience
• Experienced in chronic dialysis

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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

• Knowledge base in renal pathophysiology required to provide care in patients with chronic kidney disease
• Proficient in managing patients with cardiac and kidney disease

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, Renal Division Human Resources, betsy.pike@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until January 30, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$105,185 - $116,000

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.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125