University of Colorado
Instructor Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs
University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
Overview
Instructor Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs) – University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Otolaryngology. Position #00826663 - Requisition #37935. Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus – Department: Otolaryngology Job Title
Instructor - Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs) Key Responsibilities
The physician assistant/nurse practitioner will work under the supervision of the faculty otolaryngologist to provide both inpatient and outpatient care. Support all facets of the outpatient clinical service, including managing new and return patient visits, providing pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordinating care with providers within and outside the practice setting. This will occur in concert with RN and MA staff already in place. Be trained to perform office-based and hospital-based procedures such as fiberoptic laryngoscopy, nasal endoscopy, management of tracheostomy tubes, simple biopsies, nasal cautery, and microscopic ear examination and cleaning/debridement. Inpatient duties include morning rounds, discharge summaries, in-patient and out-patient consults, and assisting on surgical cases. Responsible for patient education and obtaining surgical consents. Communication with PCPs and other CHCO physicians by phone is expected. Become proficient in the electronic medical record (EMR) system used by the hospital. Assist in the education of nurses and medical assistants in the field of otolaryngology. Provide administrative support and thorough follow-up to ensure orderly, effective, and superior patient care. May include development and implementation of educational materials or protocols for staff and patients. Overnight call, evening, weekend, and holiday work/call may be required in the future, but not required at this time. Work Location
Colorado Springs, CO Benefits and Compensation
Medical: Multiple plan options Dental: Multiple plan options Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of 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 Top-ranked city of "Best Places to Live in US" by US News & World Report Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. For NP degree holders: Acute Care Certification is required. If an NP has at least 5 years of pediatric inpatient experience, enrollment in acute care certification within 4 years of hire is required; if less than 5 years, enrollment within 2 years of hire. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in Pediatric or Otolaryngology practice; Pediatric Otolaryngology experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to function both independently and in collaboration with other health care professionals; ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with health care specialists and staff; capacity to work in a fast-paced environment; excellent communication, organizational skills, and compassion for patients; ability to travel and provide services at Network of Care sites. How to Apply
For full consideration, submit: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae/resume, and five professional references including name, address, phone number, and email address. Applications are accepted electronically at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: Carly Moses, carly.moses@cuanschutz.edu. Screening and Additional Information
Screening of applications begins 10/31/2025. Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified; preference given to complete applications received by the posted date. ADA and background check statements apply. Vaccination requirements and accommodations information are provided in the posting. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any protected basis. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
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Instructor Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs) – University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Department of Otolaryngology. Position #00826663 - Requisition #37935. Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus – Department: Otolaryngology Job Title
Instructor - Pediatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Colorado Springs) Key Responsibilities
The physician assistant/nurse practitioner will work under the supervision of the faculty otolaryngologist to provide both inpatient and outpatient care. Support all facets of the outpatient clinical service, including managing new and return patient visits, providing pre-operative and post-operative education and care, and coordinating care with providers within and outside the practice setting. This will occur in concert with RN and MA staff already in place. Be trained to perform office-based and hospital-based procedures such as fiberoptic laryngoscopy, nasal endoscopy, management of tracheostomy tubes, simple biopsies, nasal cautery, and microscopic ear examination and cleaning/debridement. Inpatient duties include morning rounds, discharge summaries, in-patient and out-patient consults, and assisting on surgical cases. Responsible for patient education and obtaining surgical consents. Communication with PCPs and other CHCO physicians by phone is expected. Become proficient in the electronic medical record (EMR) system used by the hospital. Assist in the education of nurses and medical assistants in the field of otolaryngology. Provide administrative support and thorough follow-up to ensure orderly, effective, and superior patient care. May include development and implementation of educational materials or protocols for staff and patients. Overnight call, evening, weekend, and holiday work/call may be required in the future, but not required at this time. Work Location
Colorado Springs, CO Benefits and Compensation
Medical: Multiple plan options Dental: Multiple plan options Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of 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 Top-ranked city of "Best Places to Live in US" by US News & World Report Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. For NP degree holders: Acute Care Certification is required. If an NP has at least 5 years of pediatric inpatient experience, enrollment in acute care certification within 4 years of hire is required; if less than 5 years, enrollment within 2 years of hire. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in Pediatric or Otolaryngology practice; Pediatric Otolaryngology experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to function both independently and in collaboration with other health care professionals; ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with health care specialists and staff; capacity to work in a fast-paced environment; excellent communication, organizational skills, and compassion for patients; ability to travel and provide services at Network of Care sites. How to Apply
For full consideration, submit: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae/resume, and five professional references including name, address, phone number, and email address. Applications are accepted electronically at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: Carly Moses, carly.moses@cuanschutz.edu. Screening and Additional Information
Screening of applications begins 10/31/2025. Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified; preference given to complete applications received by the posted date. ADA and background check statements apply. Vaccination requirements and accommodations information are provided in the posting. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any protected basis. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
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