Description
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Division of Transplant Surgery – Department of Surgery

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/ Instructor

Position Number: 00728330

The University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

General Statement of Duties:  The Division of Transplant Surgery, Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine has a faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).  Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides inpatient and outpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital.  The transplant surgery service at the University of Colorado Hospital is a high volume, high acuity service.  The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services for patients seen on the transplant surgery service.  There will be involvement in the complete spectrum of care from initial patient contact through discharge.  Specific duties of the position will include inpatient responsibilities such as rounding, writing orders, discharge planning and execution, and participating in the care provided to transplant surgery patients while they are in the hospital.  Close collaboration with the transplant surgeons, hospital, and clinic staff will be necessary.  The candidate may be asked to work nights and weekends.  The candidate may also be asked to participate in marketing and networking opportunities with referring providers.  Eligibility for prescriptive authority is required.

Typical Physical Demands:  The NP/PA position requires the ability to engage in a full range of body motion including handling patients, manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination.  The position may also require standing and walking for extended periods of time as required during the provision of services.  The position requires normal visual acuity and hearing.  The NP/PA may also be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids and it is expected that the candidate will be appropriately knowledgeable regarding universal safety precautions. 

 

Typical Working Conditions:  This is a hospital and clinic based practice.  There may be exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to the clinical environment.

Example of Duties: 

1. Evaluate and manage patients who are candidates for transplant surgery.  This includes obtaining a thorough history and performing an appropriate physical examination and ordering appropriate testing with particular attention to transplant surgery related co-morbidities and post-operative complications. See and evaluate patients in the hospital, provide documentation, an assessment and care plan for the inpatient stay and discharge care planning. 
2. Evaluate and manage patients with urgent or emergent complaints in conjunction with the primary surgeon or fellow.
3. Participate in clinic sponsored educational opportunities.
4. Assist with discharge planning and work with transplant coordinators to create a smooth transition to outpatient care.
5. Perform procedures such as intravenous catheter placement and assist in the operating room as needed.
6. Triage, evaluate and provide consult to transplant patients that get admitted through the emergency room.
7. Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
8. Maintain competency and enhance professional growth and development through continuing education, conferences, and seminars.  Attend mandatory training.
9. Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with JCAHO accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards.
10. Support and uphold established organizational policies, procedures, objectives related to quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control.
11. Participate in the application process and development of a Center of Excellence designation as required.
12. Maintain patient confidentiality.

 

The established salary range for this position is: $98, 717-$130,957.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position has been established at $98, 717- $130,957.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

University of Colorado Denver | 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 checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

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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.

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Diversity and Equity:

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Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

The University of Colorado Denver | 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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: 

• Proper education and licensing/certification for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. 
• Must be eligible for certification with independent prescriptive authority. 

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse professional and patient population.
2. Knowledge of the professional medical and surgical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the area of transplant surgery. 
3. Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care. 
4. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. 
5. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. 
6. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine and surgery to provide on-going patient care. 
7. Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition and interpreting findings. 
8. Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. 
9. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. 
10. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and their family members, medical staff, residents, fellows, medical students, and the public. 
11. Ability to maintain quality control standards. 
12. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. 
13. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
14. Ability to communicate clearly as an integral member of a team

Desired Qualifications/Experience: Transplant surgery experience is a plus.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Apr 23, 2021
Unposting Date: Ongoing