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Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP)/Pediatrics - Instructor

University of Colorado -
Aurora, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$108,503.00 - $145,329.60 a year

Benefits

401(a)
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off

Qualifications

Advanced practice provider
Prescribing medications

Full Job Description

Faculty

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Neurosurgery

Job Title: Instructor

Working Title: Pediatric APP

Position: #00842860 – Requisition: #38408

Job Summary:

The Department of Neurosurgery at Children’s Hospital Colorado/University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU-SOM) has a (1.0FTE) clinical faculty position available for an Advanced Practice Provider. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will be a clinical faculty member of the CU-SOM, entering at the level of Instructor. This position encompasses inpatient and outpatient medical care services for children suffering from a wide range of neurosurgical disorders. As a faculty member of the CU-SOM, opportunities for professional development may include precepting medical learners, education of nursing and medical staff, participation in quality and safety improvement projects, clinical research projects, and mentoring residents and junior Advanced Practice Providers.

Responsibilities of the APP position include primary patient care, including being a surgical first assistant; care of hospitalized neurosurgical patients in the Pediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care Units, neurosurgical floor, neurosurgery clinic, and evaluating new consultations in the hospital and emergency department. The APP will work closely with other members of the Neurosurgery service including faculty, APPs and residents. A portion of this role’s time will be on nights and weekends.

Other duties/proficiencies include:

Serving as a first assistant in the operating room for pediatric neurosurgery procedures
Admitting patients to the hospital – either direct admit from an outside hospital or from the ED, performing history and physical exam, patient assessment, ordering appropriate labs, diagnostic studies, and radiology tests, and follow up and formulation of treatment plan of the ordered lab, studies, and tests
Some Night/Weekend Service Responsibility
Performing necessary emergent and non-emergent procedures in the ICU with hospital privilege after demonstrated competency and according to standardized protocols where applicable
Performing efficiently in urgent/emergent situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events
Assisting with transfer orders, discharge to outside facilities and associated documentation
Establishing and maintaining communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care (e.g. handoffs, sign out and transfer summaries).
Demonstrating responsibility and accountability for own professional practice
Function as a clinical leader and educator in collaboration with physicians, nurses and others on the healthcare team
Demonstrating knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management, in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning
Participating in research activities as requested
Demonstrating a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and other members of the health care team
Demonstrating proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track, and convey information
Attending weekly specialty conferences as permissible with clinical schedule
Attending conferences, board review courses, practical procedure boot camps and other professional development both in-state and out of state
Participating in quality and safety improvement projects as requested

Work Location:

Onsite – This role is expected to work onsite and is located in the Denver Metro Area

Why Join Us:

The Pediatric Neurosurgery Program at Children's Hospital Colorado diagnoses and treats children with diseases of the brain, spine and nerves. We offer integrated, comprehensive treatment for all types of disorders affecting the nervous system and skull such as traumatic injury, brain tumors, blood vessel disorders, congenital anomalies (birth defects) and facial and skull deformities.

Children's Colorado has the most comprehensive pediatric neurosurgical program in the Rocky Mountain region. Our fellowship-trained and board-certified pediatric neurosurgeons have more than 60 years of combined experience and focus solely on treating children.

Our neurosurgeons work closely with other internationally known specialists at Children’s Colorado to form multidisciplinary programs and clinics such as our Craniofacial Clinic, Neurovascular Program, Neuro-Oncology Program, Spasticity and Tone Management Clinic, Spinal Defects Clinic and Epilepsy Program.

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.

Instructor

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a master’s degree in advanced Practice Nursing (Acute Care NP) or a graduate of an accredited program in Physician Assistant Studies

Current active license to practice in the state of Colorado as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant. Prescriptive authority is required.

Currently credentialed as an APN or PA by the appropriate national certifying body.

Preferred Qualifications:

Instructor

2 years of experience in inpatient or intensive care

Experience or Advanced Training in surgical subspecialty

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to learn operative techniques

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally

Proven ability to care for high acuity, high complexity patients

Desire to learn and perform procedures appropriate in the pediatric neurosurgery setting

Ability to work individually and as a team to support team-based medical care in an APP/Physician/Resident Physician model

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. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Krystin Martinez; [email protected]

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until August 31, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position varies and has been established as follows:

Instructor: $108,503- $145,329.60

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:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination 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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 [email protected].

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 - 20335 - SOM-NS GENERAL OPERATIONS

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Dec 4, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Krystin Martinez

Posting Contact Email: [email protected]

Position Number: 00842860

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