Instructor - Pediatric Orthopedic PA/NP
- Employer
- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
- Location
- Denver, CO
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical CampusDepartment of OrthopedicsInstructor - Physician Assistant/Nurse PractitionerPosition #00796604 – Requisition #25872 * Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirusExemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
Qualifications
Minimum QualificationsApplicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: May 5, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical CampusDepartment of OrthopedicsInstructor - Physician Assistant/Nurse PractitionerPosition #00796604 – Requisition #25872 * Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirusExemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
- Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.
- Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations on assigned patients; assesses and treats acute/chronic medical problems (focusing on the musculoskeletal system) and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population.Practices in a clinical setting as well as 1st assist in the OR with Surgeon.Position will participate in APP Night/Weekend NOC Call.Writes prescriptions for medications, PT, OT, imaging studies, and DME as needed and based on appropriate guidelines.Completes Work Status, FMLA, and other forms and school notes as needed.Assists in providing pre-op and post-op care; writes appropriate orders, including those for narcotics and other scheduled drugs.Performs casting, splinting, and dressing applications, as appropriate.Performs emergency lifesaving procedures in cases such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, massive hemorrhage, or similar emergencies.Coordinates daily in-patient care, as needed, with the Hospitalist and other consulting services. When necessary, is responsible for the timely discharge of patients from the hospital and completion of discharge summaries.Notifies attending physician on call, house physician on call, or supervising physician regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation.Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.Coordinates the activities of patient care with residents / fellows and clinic support staff. Works with the team to ensure smooth transitions of care.Writes progress notes on patients' outpatient or hospital charts indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed; maintains other records as required.Provides health education to patients and families; may train and supervise medical students, and other health professional students engaged in specific clinical activities.Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.Helps develop written educational materials and treatment protocols for specific conditions and post- operative care.Assists in preparing and giving power point and poster presentations for educational purposes at institutional, local, and national meetings, when appropriate.Participates in clinical research and may assist in preparation of manuscripts for publication.Becomes proficient in documentation and use of current the electronic medical record program and be an available resource to other health care providers.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.Is flexible with expected changes in the nature of the position, particularly as one gains knowledge and experience with Orthopedic conditions.
Qualifications
Minimum QualificationsApplicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- State of Colorado Certified Physician's Assistant or Inclusion on the State of Colorado Advanced Practice Registry as an Advance Practice Nurse
- Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants
- CPR Certified
- Experience preferred. May be willing to train new grad with previous hospital/orthopedic experience or exceptional qualities
- Master's degree in a related Technical, Scientific, or Engineering discipline
- 6 months to 2 years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: May 5, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
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