Adjoint Instructor Advanced Practice Provider

Job Summary:

Adjoint Instructors are Clinical Faculty at the University of Colorado School of Medicine that work at Childrens Hospital Colorado Colorado Springs location in an emergency care setting. They provide medical care to acutely ill and injured infants children and adolescents in our 24/7 and afterhours network of Emergency facilities. In this role they perform history and physical examinations to define and execute appropriate workup that leads to diagnosis treatment and disposition. Work in this setting will require technical and procedural skills and provision of procedural sedation and may require pediatric resuscitation and advanced life support.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide clinical coverage in a mixed shift model (days evenings nights weekends and holidays) for a 24/7 Emergency care network. Cover clinical shifts at Colorado Springs in pediatric emergency care:

o Rotating sick-call (Jeopardy) coverage

Attendance and participation in section wide meetings Morbidity and Mortality Conference CME and local site meetings (attendance required and varies by meeting) is recommended.

Maintenance of skills required for provision of high quality patient centered safe urgent/emergent care of children.

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Colorado Springs Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Colorado Springs is ranked in the top 10 most desirable places to live in the United States by US News and World Report. Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from a wide variety of activities ranging from hiking biking fishing camping golfing and skiing. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak Americas Mountain this beautiful city can receive over 300 days of sunshine and offers an ideal climate year-round. Additionally the city has a robust visual and performing arts community. It is home to the US Olympic Training Center and three universities including The Air Force Academy. All three universities have an active athletic department and performing arts. The Colorado Springs metro area has a population over 700000 with excellent schools and a robust economy. While Colorado Springs has a lot to do Denver is only 60 miles north you can enjoy the benefits of both cities!

Childrens Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorados Department of Pediatrics are ranked in the top 10 Best Childrens Hospitals and Best Pediatric Programs in Colorado by U.S. News and World Report. The Childrens Hospital in Colorado Springs has the only dedicated pediatric Emergency Department in Southern Colorado serving as a level two pediatric trauma designation with 115 hospital beds (16 PICU 50 NICU and 49 medicine/ surgery). We have a growing number of subspecialty services available to provide topnotch pediatric care both inpatient and outpatient.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program

Active Colorado NP or PA license or ability to apply

Current DEA or ability to apply

Current PALS Certification

Condition of Employment:

Must successfully pass a drug test through Childrens Hospital Colorado

Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

*For questions regarding Childrens Hospital drug testing requirements please contact Childrens Human Resources at . Some positions may require testing if access to Childrens Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required it will be listed in the job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two or more years experience in pediatric acute care environment

Prior use of EPIC

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Advanced understanding of pediatric disease and injuries
• Understanding of a familiarity with resources to assist making clinical decisions and diagnosis.

Skills

• Use of electronic medical record (EPIC)
• Teaching of medical learners

Technical skills required (may include the following based on your

credentialing with CHCO):

• Initial interpretation of plain radiographs
• Laceration repair (including vermillion border and nail bed repair
• Incision and drainage
• Nerve blocks
• Foreign body removal
• Reduction of minor digit fractures of joint dislocations
• Lumbar Puncture
• IV fluid management of electrolyte or endocrine derangements
• Acute respiratory care

Abilities

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced acute care environment for 8-12 hours at a time
• Ability to handle stressful situations with professional composure
• Promote teamwork amongst providers nurses techs learners and other colleagues
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and skill in customer service delivery
• Well organized and efficient
• Skill in prioritizing patient and system needs
• Knowledge of quality improvement family centered care and evidenced-based practice
• Work a mix of days evenings weekends and possibly overnight shifts

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 should be directed to: David Listman

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration apply by March 4 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Provider Group Shift Rate

APP Regular $80.00

APP Overnight $90.00

APP Non-Clinical $40.00

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 non-exempt.

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 workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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 .

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 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 addition if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.