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Instructor Advanced Practice Provider – WoundOstomy Care at University of Colorado

University of Colorado Aurora, CO

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University of Colorado AnschutzDepartment:Department of Surgery Division of Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryJob Title: Instructor - Advanced Practice Provider Wound/Ostomy CarePosition #: Requisition #:38486Job Summary:The Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a part time (0.5 FTE) or full-time faculty position (1.0 FTE) available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty this position provides inpatient and outpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital and its affiliates. The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services in a team-based environment for wound and ostomy care patients. These duties will include mainly outpatient assessments patient education care coordination and disease management. Close collaboration with physicians residents and hospital and clinic staff will be necessary. Eligibility for prescriptive authority is required.Key Responsibilities: Evaluate and manage patient for prevention and management of wounds. This includes obtaining a thorough history performing an appropriate physical examination and ordering appropriate testing. Wound care procedures such as wound debridement dressing application or application of skin substitutes Triage manage and coordinate care of patients with urgent or emergent wound complaints in conjunction with the primary physician Triage patient telephone calls and e-mails and provide consultation Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between physician visits Maintain competency and enhance professional growth and development through continuing education conferences and seminars Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards Support and uphold established organizational policies procedures objectives related to quality improvement safety environmental and infection controlWork Location:Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO.Why Join Us:Why work for the UniversityWe haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including (based on 1.0 FTE):Medical: Multiple plan optionsDental: Multiple plan optionsAdditional Insurance: Disability Life VisionRetirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross payPaid Time Off: Accruals over the yearVacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)Holiday Days: 10/yearTuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campusesECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail serviceThere are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.Current license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse and/or Physician Assistant in the state of Colorado.Must be eligible for certification with independent prescriptive authority.Must have or obtain Wound Ostomy and Continence certification within six months of hire.Preferred Qualifications:Current Wound Ostomy and Continence certification with prior experienceHow 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 position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email addressApplications are accepted electronically ONLY at should be directed to: Natalie Burgess Screening of Applications Begins:Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration apply by February 1 2026.Anticipated Pay Range:The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:$108958 - $149059 Based on 1.0 FTEThe above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys 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: 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 .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 othervaccine 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 addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program. Key Skills Practice Management,Veterinary Experience,Enterprise Architecture,Office Manager Experience,Enterprise Software,Healthcare Management,IaaS,TOGAF,Medical office experience,Conflict Management,COBIT,Customer relationship management Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 108958 - 149059

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