Instructor – Pediatric Orthopedic Trauma PA/NP

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine – Department of Orthopedics

Job Title: Instructor – Pediatric Orthopedic Trauma PA/NP

Position #00831726 – Requisition #36131

Job Summary:

This is a unique opportunity to work in an academic and clinical Pediatric Orthopedic Trauma and General Orthopedics practice. The position will be a full-time exempt (non-hourly) Instructor -Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner position in the Department of Orthopedics. The employee will work at multiple Children’s Hospital Colorado campuses as both an on-call trauma provider and general orthopedics clinician. This position reports to the Chair of Pediatric Orthopedics, the Chair of the Orthopedics Department, and the Department of Orthopedics Director of Finance and Administration. Supervision will include training and oversight for the position's responsibilities. The position is not eligible for tenure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain detailed history and performs physical examinations on assigned patients.
• Assess and treat acute/chronic medical problems and provide direct patient care to assigned patients.
• Write prescriptions for medications, PT, OT, imaging studies, and DME as needed.
• Complete FMLA and other forms and school notes as needed.
• Provide weekly mid-level daytime and overnight call coverage across Children’s Hospital Colorado network of care locations.
• Provide fracture reductions in ER as needed.
• Perform joint aspirations and injections as needed.
• Consult with Children’s Hospital Colorado colleagues and outside providers regarding care of orthopedic trauma patients.
• Apply casts, splints, and dressings as needed.
• Notify attending physician on call, house physician on call, or supervising physician regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation.
• Practice safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
• Coordinate the activities of patient care and support staff within the team.
• Write progress notes on patients' office and hospital charts indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed; maintains other records as required.
• Provide health education to patients and families;
• Train and supervise medical students, residents, fellows, mid-level students and other health professional students engaged in specific clinical activities.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Assist in preparing and giving power point and poster presentations for educational purposes at institutional, local and national meetings.
• Help develop written educational materials and treatment protocols for specific conditions and post-operative care.
• May perform clinical research related to specific conditions and assist in preparation of manuscripts for publication.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Work Location: This position works 5 days per week at various locations and will include rotating mid-level weekend trauma call responsibilities.

Why Join Us:

The Orthopedics Institute at Children's Hospital Colorado, in affiliation with the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Orthopedics, consistently provides some of the best care in the nation for children with a large variety of orthopedic diagnoses and injuries. We are one of only a few pediatric orthopedics programs to offer comprehensive pediatric musculoskeletal care all in one institution, including elective and acute care across the spectrum of pediatric musculoskeletal subspecialties. At Children’s Hospital Colorado, we are setting the standard for pediatric orthopedic care. Our experts care only for children and young adults. We tailor our care to help your child where they are and where they're going.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
  
  

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. 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.

• 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 or certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification; certification pending, as documented by temporary certificate.
• CPR Certified
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years’ experience as a PA/NP
• Experience with Epic software or epic training, a plus
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• This is a position requiring interest in pediatric orthopedic trauma surgery as well as non-operative care and general orthopedics.
• Flexibility required as the nature of the position will change over time as one gains knowledge and experience with treatment of this patient population. The expectation will be for gradually more independence in the office as confidence is gained
• Must become proficient in documentation and use of the current electronic medical record program (EPIC) and be an available resource to other health care providers.
• The applicant must be self-directed, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a high-intensity environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
  
  

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
  
  

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: lindsey.renn@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. Full consideration will be given to all applicants who apply by March 31, 2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Annual Salary Range: $107,000 - $140,000

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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu .

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 vaccine 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, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Faculty

Job Category

Faculty

Primary Location

Aurora

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Feb 6, 2025

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

Lindsey Renn

Posting Contact Email

lindsey.renn@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number

00831726