Clinical Decision Unit CDU Emergency Department APP
Clinical Decision Unit CDU Emergency Department APP
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$ 135575 - 149400
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Job Description
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Department
Emergency Department PhysicianJob Summary
Under the supervision of a physician performs professional medical work in the examination diagnosis and treatment of patients according to statutory limitations. Examines and diagnoses patients and develops treatment plans. Performs testing referral to physicians as needed writes prescriptions and performs administrative procedures within the scope of expertise protocols and available equipment. May perform administrative support functions as required.
The CDU is a clinical observation unit located adjacent to the adult ED. It is a 16 bed clinical care area staffed by APPs and supervised by the Emergency Medicine physician group. The shifts are 7a7a and 7p7a. We care for a medially diverse group of patients in the CDU. A background in hospital medicine is highly recommended.
Essential Functions:
- Monitors and evaluates medical condition of patient and under the supervision of a physician and in collaboration with other disciplines and standards of care or applying appropriate protocols make decisions regarding treatment changes. Refers patient to specialized services as needed. 20
- Completes required documentation legibly thoroughly and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts case files and records. 20
- Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff. 20
- May be assigned to perform leadwork and/or involvement in clinical coordination health station management or responsibility for special projects which may encompass protocol development management planning scheduling and other administrative tasks as necessary to support practice environment. 20
- Attends and participates in administrative staff meetings. Utilizes the principles and practices of effective communication to elicit information negotiate problem resolution and/or garner support for various programs or policies. 20
Education:
- Masters Degree Required
Work Experience:
Licenses:
- ACLS (BLS/CPR) AHA American Heart Association Required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Shift
Work Type
RegularSalary
$135575.00 $149400.00 / yrBenefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5 and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Onsite employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All job applicants for safetysensitive positions must pass a preemployment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated highquality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 schoolbased health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorados primary and essential safetynet institution Denver Health is a missiondriven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
Employment Type
Full-Time
