Urology Advanced Practice Provider
Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Aurora
Posted on: September 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Faculty Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical
Campus
Department: Surgery - Division of Urology
Job Title: Urology Advanced Practice Provider
Position #: 00820750 - Requisition #:34356
Job Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) hired at
the faculty rank of instructor (1.0 FTE) carries out duties related
to patient care on the Urology Service. These duties include
outpatient and inpatient assessment, patient education, care
coordination and disease management as well as the provision of
urologic consultation to other services. Close collaboration with
the surgeons, resident staff and hospital staff will be necessary.
This position will serve as an integral part of the Urology team
providing care to a general patient population while on the Urology
Service and during all transitions of care.
This position requires providing rotating coverage for weekends
(Fridays through Mondays) and holiday services. The duties for this
role are approximately 50% inpatient and 50% outpatient.
Key Responsibilities:
Specific duties and responsibilities of the APP may include, but
are not limited to the following:
Evaluate and manage patients who are candidates for Urology care
and/or surgery. This includes obtaining a thorough history and
performing an appropriate physical examination and ordering
appropriate testing as well as management of patients with
post-operative complications. Monitoring overall care and providing
education about the risks and benefits of the surgical procedures
is also expected.
See and evaluate patients in the hospital, provide documentation,
an assessment and care plan for outpatient and inpatient stay and
discharge care planning.
Evaluate and manage patients with urgent or emergent complaints in
conjunction with the primary surgery.
These duties will include outpatient and inpatient responsibilities
such as rounding, writing orders, discharge, patient assessment,
patient education, care coordination and disease management.
Triage patient telephone calls and emails and provide
consultation.
Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between
physician visits.
Attend required meetings and participate in committees as
requested.
Support and uphold established organizational policies, procedures,
objective related to quality improvement, safety, environmental,
and infection control.
Provide urologic outpatient and inpatient consultation in
collaboration with faculty member and residents.
Participates in performance improvement activities; quality
improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining
compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal
and external regulatory standards including the code of
conduct.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us:
We are driven to improve every life at the Department of Surgery
with our commitment to innovative surgical care, curing through
discovery, enlightening tomorrow's leaders, and daring to be
exceptional. Our focus on patient care, education, and research
will lead to innovative discoveries and promote quality care and
safety for our patients.
The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and
holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please
visit: .
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to
recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and
administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture
of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We
encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with
disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans.
The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality
in education and employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Masters degree
in Nursing and/or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant
Program
Ability to obtain a license to practice as an Advanced Practice
Nurse and/or Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges
Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential
Review Board (Nurse Practitioner) and the Medical Review Board
(Physician Assistant).
Preferred Qualifications:
At least one year of experience as an APP
At least one year of prior experience in a surgical subspecialty or
inpatient care
Previous experience in a urologic clinical setting
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 .
Questions should be directed to: Ashleigh Prout,
Ashleigh.prout@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
preference will be given to complete applications received by
August 7, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not
be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as HIRING RANGE:
$99,008 - $132,662
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:
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 other . 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
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Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of
References Job Category: Faculty Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20341 -
SOM-SRG-UR DIV Clinical Schedule: Full-time Posting Date: Jul 26,
2024 Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Ashleigh Prout
Posting Contact Email: Ashleigh.prout@cuanschutz.edu Position
Number: 00820750
Keywords: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora , Urology Advanced Practice Provider, Healthcare , Aurora, Colorado
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