Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Medicine/Gastroenterology and Hepatology/Instructor

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University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Medicine/Gastroenterology and Hepatology/Instructor

Position #00854502 – Requisition #41711

Job Summary:

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a 1.0 FTE faculty position available for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join the University of Colorado General GI Section.

Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides mixed inpatient and outpatient general gastroenterology care services at the University of Colorado Hospital Anschutz Medical Campus. This position is 5 days per week, allocated as 4 clinical days and 1 clinical administrative day weekly.

The position is ~80% outpatient, providing ambulatory care for patients with general gastroenterology disorders. Clinical work includes initial and follow-up clinic visits, developing diagnostic work-up and treatment plans, test/procedure ordering, patient follow up and test result review, and medication prescribing at the Digestive Health Center on the Anschutz Medical Campus.

The position is ~20% inpatient, providing consultative care for patients hospitalized at the University of Colorado Hospital with general gastroenterology disorders. In conjunction with the inpatient consultative team, the provider will see new and follow-up consults, discuss with the attending consult physician, organize patient flow, follow up after procedures, and collaborate with referring services on coordination of care.

It is anticipated that job duties will take a minimum of 40 hours per week including 32 hours of direct patient contact weekly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently perform age-appropriate history and physical examinations for complex acute and chronically ill patients with medical conditions within the scope of General Gastroenterology.
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing as needed for appropriate clinical care.
• Prescribe medications as indicated for appropriate clinical care
• Accurate and efficient documentation in EPIC system
• Effective and efficient communication with referring providers regarding clinical care
• Conduct peer-to-peer review or write medical necessity letters for insurance prior authorization as appropriate
• Facilitate patient and family decision making by providing educational tools
• Compliance with hospital protocols/standards.
• Attending departmental meetings on a regular basis

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us

The University of Colorado’s Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is an internationally renowned program with faculty and staff making contributions to research, clinical trials, and nationally recognized patient care.

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is centralized around the academic hub of the University of Colorado Hospital with a growing CU GI Community Group presence at multiple satellite community practice sites across Denver Metro’s front range.

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology has faculty and staff making contributions to research, clinical trials, and nationally recognized patient care. Gastroenterology & GI Surgery is one of the top ranked in the United States and our clinical partner, the University of Colorado Hospital, and is in the top hospitals nationwide as ranked by U.S. News and World Report.

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is rapidly growing, with clinical practices throughout the state of Colorado and over 80 researchers, physicians and staff, all working toward its vision to prevent and treat disease while being a global model for patient care delivery, interdisciplinary research, and training.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits 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 (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/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.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Nurse Practitioner:

• MSN required from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure by a national professional organization.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Colorado
• Admission to the Advanced Practice Registry of the Colorado Board of Nursing
• Prescriptive authority required

Physician Assistant:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Colorado
• Prescriptive authority

Preferred Qualifications:

• For an NP, DNP preferred
• Three (3) or more years of experience working in Gastroenterology
• Three (3) or more years of inpatient experience
• Three (3) or more years of outpatient experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service and patient relations skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and work independently.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the professional medical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the gastroenterology clinic.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide on-going patient care.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide on-going patient care.

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 www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by January 31, 2027. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

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

• Instructor: $110,000-$130,000 in accordance with prior clinical experience.

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.

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Equal Employment 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 [email protected].

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.

Application Materials Required

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of ReferencesJob Category ----------------

: FacultyPrimary Location --------------------

: Aurora Department: U0001 - Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20189 - SOM-MED-GastroenterologySchedule ------------

: Full-timePosting Date ----------------

: Nov 13, 2026Unposting Date ------------------

: Ongoing Posting Contact Email: [email protected] Position Number: 00854502