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: School of Medicine - Department of Family Medicine
Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or
Physician's Assistant - Aurora Wellness Community (AWC) Clinic -
Sr. Instructor
Position #: 00820234 - Requisition #:32719
Job Summary:
Within an outpatient ambulatory practice setting, within the
context of a clinical care team and a Patient Centered Medical Home
Residency practice, provide full spectrum ambulatory care
including, but not limited to, chronic disease management, acute
and "urgent" care, and wellness and preventative care for adult and
pediatric patients. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) evaluates,
assesses, diagnosis, prescribes and educates patients regarding
their particular illness or chronic disease. The position provides
high quality primary care to all patients, evaluate and treat acute
and chronic problems for the patient population, complete
histories, thorough assessments and physical examinations on all
patients with accurate and complete documentation reflected in
medical records and collaborates and communicates with other
departments and colleagues, such as the pharmacy, to ensure optimal
patient virtual care, including via telehealth appointments.
Examples of Work Performed
This position is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position.
Full Time Clinical Position = 1 cFTE: 8 "4 hour sessions" or 32
clinical contact hours/week and two half day sessions (8
hours)/week dedicated to completion of medical records, laboratory
result management, and communication with patients. Clinical time
includes responsibilities in patient care, clinic functioning and
student precepting.
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are
not limited to:
Sr. Instructor:
Clinical Care
Provide full scope direct patient care in an ambulatory clinical
setting.
Participate as needed in chart review and clinical coding
compliance activities.
Collaborate as appropriate with medical staff in the care of
complex patients.
Interact with other health professionals to create guidelines and
coordinate patient care.
Collaborate with other team members in chronic disease management
and patient care management.
Participate in phone call system for after-hours issues.
Support and collaborate with medical, nursing and office staff.
Teaching
Provide teaching experiences for students (pre-med, medical,
nursing, pharmacy, physician assistant, nurse practitioner) as
requested. Participate in the education and training of residents
as requested and appropriate for clinical site.
Administrative/Professional Development
Maintain eligibility for School of Medicine Faculty.
Keep abreast of the latest developments in field, both academically
and through applied skill.
Attend and present at conferences, meetings and trainings in order
to maintain certification and enhance professional skills;
participates in faculty development activities.
Accept other responsibilities assigned by the Medical Director.
Quality
Develops, implements, and evaluates the strategy for quality
improvement.
Identifies metrics and benchmarks for the transition to FQHC
requirements.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite at the Aurora
Wellness Center (AWC).
Why Join Us:
With a vision to create health, wealth, and well-being in Aurora,
the mission of the Aurora Wellness Community ("AWC'') is to
collaborate with the community to create coordinated,
comprehensive, equitable, and financially sustainable opportunities
for individuals, families, and communities in Aurora to thrive. AWC
will be a comprehensive resource hub that will serve as a
patient-centered healthcare collaborative with efficient and
effective interprofessional teams of care providers focused on
addressing the social determinants of health. The AWC clinic will
provide comprehensive primary care for the communities adjacent to
the AMC with a trajectory of becoming a Federally Qualified Health
Center.
Among these is the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) which is
dedicated to "helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing,
fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and
the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family
Medicine has five (5) focus areas, each with specific goals:
Patient Care - Providing outstanding care to patients;
Education - Training the family medicine and primary care
workforce;
Research - Creating and disseminating new knowledge;
Communities - Connecting with our communities to achieve health
equity; and
Diversity & Health Equity - To build and foster a diverse and
inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.
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.
Senior Instructor
Masters/Doctor of Nursing practice degree or graduation from an
NCCPA-approved physician assistant program
Licensed as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner or Physician
Assistant in the State of Colorado.
Completion of required 1,000 hours (provisional prescription
authority/mentorship) or other minimum as defined by State of
Colorado in order to obtain full prescriptive authority and DEA
registration.
Medicare/Medicaid credentials.
Unrestricted DEA license and current CPR license.
National certification by ANCC or AANP as family or adult nurse
practitioner (if FNP).
Preferred Qualifications
Two years (full time) of practice experience working in a Patient
Centered Medical Home/Ambulatory Family Medicine and/or Adult
Medicine practice preferred.
Experience in the care of medically underserved patients,
preferably in an FQHC setting.
Experience working with Epic or another EHR.
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the
age of the patients served; the ability to assess data reflective
of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information
needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their
age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in
the office's policies and procedures.
Demonstrates cultural humility and commitment to minimizing
implicit bias in clinical care
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
To be successful in this position, candidates will need the
following:
Ability to consult with supervisory physicians on patient care and
administrative issues.
Able to document history, physical examinations, assessments and
treatment plans for each patient by using the electronic medical
record and enter follow-up diagnostic testing and laboratory
studies that have been ordered.
Able to discuss and promote wellness for all patients.
Knows when and how to refer patients to other health care
professionals when the care that needs to be provided is beyond
their scope of practice.
Proven effectiveness in working with individuals from diverse
ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
Working knowledge of HIPAA.
Ability to prioritize and respond to emergencies in a calm
manner.
Ability to verbalize information/directions clearly and
concisely.
Ability to administer patient medications properly.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Conflict resolution skills.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to analyze, prioritize, and resolve patient and office
problems.
Ability to participate effectively as a member of a team.
Ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks and complete
administrative duties correctly and on time.
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: Lydia Lyon
Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Screening begins immediately and continues until position is
filled. For best consideration, apply by March 31, 2024.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as HIRING RANGE:
Senior Instructor $95,000 - $147,522
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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Qualifications
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of
References Job Category: Faculty Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20148 - SOM-FM
GENERAL OPERATIONS Schedule: Full-time Posting Date: Feb 20, 2024
Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Lydia Lyon Posting
Contact Email: Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu Position Number:
00820234
Keywords: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora , Advanced Practice Provider , Healthcare , Aurora, Colorado
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