"Instructor Orthopedic Sports Medicine PA/NP"

Instructor Orthopedic Sports Medicine PA/NP

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine - Department of Orthopedics

Job Title: Instructor - Orthopedic Sports Medicine PA/NP

Position #: 00843606 - Requisition #: 38596

Job Summary:

This is a unique opportunity to work in an academic and clinically busy orthopedic practice with a focus on Sports Medicine, Tissue Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine in one of the premier sports medicine centers in Colorado. The position will be a full-time exempt (non-hourly) Instructor -Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner position in the Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado. The position is not eligible for tenure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs thorough history and physical examinations on assigned patients; assesses and treats acute/chronic medical problems (focusing on the musculoskeletal system) and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population. Write prescriptions for medications, PT, OT, imaging studies, and DME as needed. Complete FMLA and other forms and school notes as needed.
• Assists in providing pre-op, intra-op and post-op care; writes appropriate orders, including those for narcotics and other scheduled drugs. There will be casting, splinting, and dressing/wound care required.
• Assist orthopedic surgeon in operating room setting. Will be required to be proficient at multi-layer tissue closure and to assist in complex surgical cases. Significant experience with suturing techniques such as subcuticular and complex wound closure is required.
• Occasionally provide fracture reductions in ER or office as needed, but not conscious sedation. Perform joint aspirations and injections.
• Must become proficient in documentation and use the current Electronic Medical Record system.
• Notifies attending physician on call, house physician on call, or supervising physician regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
• Coordinates the activities of patient care and support staff within the clinic. Work with the team to ensure smooth patient flow in the clinic.
• Writes progress notes on patients' office and hospital charts indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed; maintains other records as required.
• Provides health education to patients and families; may train and supervise medical students, residents, fellows, Physician Assistant students, and other health professional students, engaged in specific clinical activities.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. Participate (attend, give talks, help organize) in educational programs for CU Sports Medicine including weekly academic conference, journal club, and symposia.
• Will assist in community outreach events including giving educational talks, organizing, planning, and attending.
• Help develop written educational materials and treatment protocols for specific conditions and post-operative care.
• Assist in preparing and giving powerpoint and poster presentations for educational purposes at institutional, local and national meetings.
• May perform clinical research related to specific conditions and assist in preparation of manuscripts for publication.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Flexibility required as the nature of the position will change over time as one gains knowledge and experience with sports medicine/orthopedic conditions. The expectation will be for gradually more independence in the office as confidence is gained.

This position will work primarily Monday-Friday (with some weekend responsibilities including team coverage, educational symposia, outreach events and occasional call).

Work Location: Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite at the UC Health Steadman Hawkins Clinic in Englewood, CO.

Why Join Us:

We are a department of nationally ranked orthopedic surgeons and our mission is to provide the highest quality, professional and innovative orthopedics care through the integration of comprehensive education and cutting-edge musculoskeletal research. We place a high level of importance on achieving and maintaining an environment that fosters excellence and rewarding opportunities for everyone.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• State of Colorado Certified Physician Assistant or Inclusion on the State of Colorado Advanced Practice Registry as an Advance Practice Nurse
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
• CPR Certified

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years' experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above.
• Previous experience with complex wound closure and subcuticular suturing.
• Previous experience assisting with complex sports medicine procedures such as cartilage and meniscal transplantation and multi-ligament reconstruction of the knee.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification; certification pending, as documented by temporary certificate.

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: Lindsey Renn, lindsey.renn@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, January 15, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

HIRING RANGE: $108,000 - $124,000