Instructor Orthopedic Trauma PANP

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine Department of Orthopedics

Job Title: Instructor Orthopedic Trauma PA/NP

Position #Requisition #36244

Job Summary:

This is a unique opportunity to work in a busy academic orthopedic trauma and fracture surgery practice with one of the premier orthopedic trauma groups in the front range of Colorado. The position will be a fulltime exempt (nonhourly) Instructor Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner position in the Department of Orthopedics under the supervision of Dr. Jason Stoneback. The employee will work in the Denver/Aurora area of Colorado. The position is not eligible for tenure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations on assigned patients; assesses and treats acute/chronic medical problems and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population. Writes prescriptions for medications PT OT imaging studies and DME as needed. Completes FMLA paperwork school notes and other forms as needed.
• Assists in providing outpatient clinic Emergency Department inpatient floor preop intraop and postop care; writes appropriate orders including those for narcotics and other scheduled . There will be fracture reduction casting splinting and dressing required.
• Performs emergency lifesaving procedures in cases such as cardiac arrest respiratory arrest massive hemorrhage or similar emergencies. Provides fracture reductions in ER or office as needed but not conscious sedation. Perform joint aspirations and injections.
• 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 and support staff within the clinic. Works with the team to ensure smooth operation of the clinic.
• Writes progress notes indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed; maintains other office and hospital records as required.
• Provides health education to patients and families.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs current literature reviews inservice meetings and workshops.
• Participates (attend present organize) in educational programs of the CU Orthopedic Trauma and Fracture Surgery Division including weekly academic conference journal club and symposia.
• Contributes to community outreach events including giving educational talks and visiting referring provider offices.
• Assist orthopedic surgeon in operating room setting.
• Help develop written educational materials and treatment protocols for specific conditions and postoperative care.
• Assist in preparing and giving PowerPoint and poster presentations for educational purposes at institutional local and national meetings.
• May perform clinical research related to specific conditions and assist in preparation of manuscripts for publication.
• Must become proficient in documentation and use of the Electronic Medical Record and be an available resource to other health care providers.
• Will assist in ER and hospital call coverage. Telephone triage of urgent patients will be a critical function.
• Performs miscellaneous jobrelated duties as assigned.

Work Location:

Why Join Us:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in the Denver/Aurora area.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• State of Colorado Certified Physicians Assistant or Inclusion on the State of Colorado Advanced Practice Registry as an Advance Practice Nurse
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physicians Assistants
• CPR or BLS Certified

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience preferred. May be willing to train new grad with previous hospital/ortho experience or exceptional qualities.
• 6 months to 1 year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Strong desire to work in Orthopedic Trauma and Fracture Surgery.

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

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Screening of Applications Begins:

This is an openended posting used to recruit multiple candidates throughout the year. We will contact candidates when there is an opening.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$107000 $115000

The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys 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 nonexempt.

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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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 COVID19 virus and othervaccine 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 theoccupational health medical surveillance program.