Job Opportunities

The Division of GI, Tumor and Endocrine Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, has a full-time faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).  Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides inpatient and outpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital (UCH).

Key Responsibilities:

• The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services as an Advanced Practice Provider for the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery (TACS) service at Anschutz Medical Campus. These duties will include both an inpatient rounding and consultative role. The Inpatient responsibilities include rounding, writing orders, independent imaging/laboratory review, patient assessment, patient education, care coordination, disease management, and discharge activities.  
• The consult duties will include participating in trauma bay resuscitations, seeing emergency general surgery & trauma consults, admitting patients, collaborating with consultants, preforming bedside procedures and assisting in the operating room if needed.
• There are additional outpatient responsibilities that may be necessary for cross coverage of our service including clinic care, triage of phone calls, emails or faxes, post-op care, follow-up on home care requests, management of referrals and follow-up on diagnostic lab and radiology tests. 
• Close collaboration with general surgeons, sub-specialty surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, intensivists and hospital staff will be necessary. One key feature of this position is the need to work in close collaboration with surgical residents.  Professional interaction with referring physicians and staff, emergency medical personnel and multidisciplinary providers is essential.
• The candidate will provide care to patients in the on the inpatient wards, the intensive care unit, acute care areas, and occasionally in the outpatient clinics. 
  
• Given the rotating nature of the resident assignments to services, the NP/PA will be a critical part of service continuity and also a link between the inpatient and outpatient environments for patients. 
• The census and acuity of clinical practice varies from service to service and NP/PAs may at times be asked to provide cross coverage clinical care on different services to deal with this issue. 
  

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Masters degree in Nursing and/or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Colorado license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse and/or Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges. 
  
• Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board (Nurse Practitioner) and the Medical Review Board (Physician Assistant).  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years’ experience in general surgery, trauma surgery, or critical care setting preferred.

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

Apply at this link: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=40212&lang=en

Questions should be directed to: Marta O'Grady, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by August 15, 2026

Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$99,819 to $140,566

The Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides medical care for patients on the overnight inpatient surgical specialty services at the University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado Hospital is a high volume, high acuity surgical service. The candidate will be expected to provide focused coverage of Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery, and Urology services. The role will include cross training and procedural training on selected services.

Clinical duties will include care of inpatient surgical patients, bedside procedures, inpatient consults, and ED admissions of the subspecialty surgical services. The candidate with be part of an interprofessional team which includes, APPs, residents, fellows and attending physicians but will also have the autonomy of being the front line inpatient provider for their service.

Key Responsibilities:
This is a 7-day nighttime service with 12.5 hour shifts. Rotating holiday and weekend coverage is expected.

Evaluate and manage patients on surgical subspecialty service, provide appropriate documentation of care including assessment and plan of the overnight events in collaboration with senior residents, fellows and attending physicians.

Respond to request for consultation of patients on the inpatient surgical subspecialty service in a timely manner. This includes obtaining a thorough history, performing an appropriate physical examination and ordering appropriate testing. This will require working collaboratively with senior residents, fellows and attending physicians on night teams.

Will be required to perform procedures for currently hospitalized patients and in the Emergency Department if providing consultation.

Maintain competency and enhance professional growth and development through continuing education, conferences, and seminars. Attend mandatory training.

Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards.

Support and uphold established organizational policies, procedures, and objectives related to quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control.

Participate in the application process and development of a Center of Excellence designation as required.

Maintain patient confidentiality.

Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, Colorado.

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

Proper education and licensing for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Nurse Practitioner must be eligible for full prescriptive authority

A minimum of two years of experience with inpatient or surgical care.

Substitution: An APP fellowship of a minimum of one year in a related field may substitute for the two years of inpatient experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse professional and patient population.

Knowledge of the professional medical and surgical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the area of surgical specialty.

Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care.

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 and surgery to provide on-going patient care.

Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition and interpreting findings.

Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.

Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and their family members, medical staff, residents, fellows, medical students, and the public.

Ability to maintain quality control standards.

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly as an integral member of a team.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.


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 CU Careers

Questions should be directed to: JoLynn Shinsako –
[email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 1, 2026.

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

$112,382 to $140,519

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.              

A local leader in outpatient treatment of Opioid Use Disorders and other addictive disorders, Porch Light Health, is looking for a certified Physician Assistant, and/or Nurse Practitioner to work in the specialty of Addiction Medicine in Pueblo, Colorado. We encourage new grads to apply as we will train you in the Addiction Medicine specialty. This job is 40 hours per week, clinic-based, located in Pueblo, Colorado. The medical Provider will see patients in clinic as well as via telehealth.   You would be helping persons suffering from addiction or substance use disorder such as alcohol, opioids, stimulants, and benzodiazepines, etc. No prior addiction medicine experience is necessary. Emergency Room, Primary care, or psych experience is helpful. Must have an interest in helping underserved populations and be willing to learn new concepts. The ability to administer intramuscular medication by injection is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care: Provide clinical assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing management of patients seeking MAT for opioid or alcohol use disorder.
Medication Management: Prescribe and monitor MAT medications (e.g., oral and injectable buprenorphine and naltrexone), ensuring appropriate dosing, adherence, and monitoring for potential side effects.

Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations to assess patient needs and treatment progress.

Collaborative Care: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, counselors, peer workers, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Patient Education: Educate patients on the nature of substance use disorder and the MAT process, and provide counseling on lifestyle changes, coping mechanisms, and return-to-use prevention.
Follow-Up Care: Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed, and coordinating care for any comorbid conditions.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR) for all patient encounters, treatment plans, and medication management.

Compliance & Regulations: Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations, including MAT guidelines, HIPAA, and appropriate documentation of controlled substances.

Crisis Intervention: Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary, ensuring patient and staff safety at all times.

Quality Improvement: Participate in continuous quality improvement efforts to enhance patient care outcomes and clinic operations.

Qualifications:
Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing (APRN), physician assistant (PA), or other related field.

Licensing & Certification: Active, unrestricted state license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).  Active DEA registration status.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, with at least 0.5 years in addiction medicine, specifically in MAT clinics.

Training & Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of MAT protocols, medications, and treatment for opioid, stimulant, benzodiazepine, and alcohol use disorders. Experience with behavioral health and counseling approaches is a plus.

Skills:
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.
Understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation requirements in MAT settings

Job Type: Full-time 8:00am-4:30pm M-F (Saturday Rotation)

Pay: $115,000 -$135,000 per year.  The base salary offered will depend on various factors such as Education, Experience, Geographical Location, skills, and qualifications, as well as internal equity.

Apply here:

Instructor of Clinical Practice – Sr. Instructor of Clinical Practice (TRACK Team) Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (PA/NP/APRN)

CU Anschutz Department of Pediatrics, Section of Hospital Medicine has a Full time (1.0 cFTE) Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Instructor or Sr. Instructor rank position in the Section of Pediatric Hospital Medicine.

This position will have primary responsibilities at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) Anschutz Medical Campus on the PHM Inpatient Complex Pulmonary Team (Bronze Team), Transitional Respiratory and Airway Center for Kids (TRACK) team, and secondary responsibilities on the general medicine physician/APP inpatient teams. This position will work independently and in collaboration with pediatric hospitalist and pulmonary teams to provide high quality acute and complex care to patients with primary pulmonary conditions and high medical complexity.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs direct front line care of inpatient pulmonary and complex discharge planning/coordination in collaboration with the Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine consultant service.

Performs direct front line care of the general medicine pediatric population of all age ranges, developmental, nutritional and physiological status in the inpatient setting.

The APP works independently within the multidisciplinary team to provide high quality inpatient care and disease management for a variety of pediatric inpatient conditions of varying acuity and complexity from admission through discharge, including coordination of discharge planning with case managers, social work, nurses, and other medical personnel.

History and physical examinations and determination of treatment plans.

Monitoring of illness progression and escalation of care for decompensating patients.

LP procedural skills and privilege maintenance (initial procedural privileging can be obtained upon employment if not already privileged).

Participates in multi-disciplinary care including team meetings and patient care conferences.

 Anticipated Pay Range:

The Division of Cardiology at the University of Colorado is recruiting an Adult (or Adult/Gero) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide care to patients on a non-teaching cardiology service. The patients included will typically be post-procedural or short, planned admissions. This includes patients undergoing ablations, pacemaker and AICD implantations, TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman device implantation, and Tikosyn admits.  There will also be a component of general cardiology consults included. This position will involve primarily inpatient with some possibilities for ambulatory management of these patients as part of a multi- disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have experience in general cardiology with some exposure to cardiac procedures.

This position is directly supervised by the Lead APP for Cardiology Platinum, Section Head for Advanced Practice and Division Chief

Key Responsibilities:
·         Inpatient based management (assisting physicians and independent management) of patients on the non-teaching Cardiology service and General Cardiology consult service.
·         Participating in discharge planning and transitions of care from the inpatient to the outpatient setting.
·         Admissions and daily rounding on patients admitted to the non-teaching cardiology service. 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
·         National Board Certification
·         CPR/ACLS Certified
·         Prescriptive authority

Preferred Qualifications:
3¬5 years of experience in the clinical management of complex cardiology patients. 
Inpatient cardiology and/or critical care experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
·         Excellent communication skills to interact with multiple medical disciplines.
·         Excellent bedside manner and physical exam skills.
·         General Internal Medicine knowledge base.

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 here:

Questions should be directed to: Bobby Pinter, [email protected]

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

$90,000 to $135,000 

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.

APP

Ongoing

Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) – Pain Management | No Call, No Weekends

Join Mountain View Pain Center, one of the largest and most comprehensive pain management practices in Arizona and Colorado. We offer a collaborative, team-based environment focused on improving patient function, reducing pain, and enhancing quality of life—while offering a strong work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct new patient evaluations and follow-up visits
• Perform musculoskeletal and focused physical exams
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe medications in accordance with guidelines
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Coordinate care with physicians and multidisciplinary teams
• Perform minor procedures (training provided)
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EHR

Qualifications
• Active NP or PA license (required)
• Active DEA license (required)
• Experience in pain management, orthopedics, spine, or neurosurgery preferred but not required
• Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Compensation & Benefits
• $100,000 – $130,000 annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Malpractice coverage
• Paid time off + holidays
• Short- and long-term disability
• License/dues reimbursement
• CME days + annual CME budget

Apply on their website here.

The CU Anschutz Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Neurology is hiring for an Instructor of Clinical Practice.

Job Summary:
Clinical care of children with general neurological disorders including epilepsy in outpatient/inpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities:
-Outpatient child neurology clinics
-Inpatient service
-Weekend call coverage
-Regional/satellite outpatient clinics
-Mentorship & education of residents/fellows

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

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

-Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
-Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant certification required
-Prescriptive Authority or ability to obtain before start date Conditions of Employment (Consider any additional background checks (sex-offender; MVR) or flexible work shifts)

Condition of Employment:
-Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
-Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check
*For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s 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.

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 the following link

Questions should be directed to: Crystal Schiano, [email protected]

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

Instructor: $108,000 to $130,000       

The Division of GI and Hepatology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine has a 1.0 FTE faculty position available at the rank of Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides outpatient and inpatient medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital Longs Peak Hospital for the Gastroenterology Division. Primary functions in the outpatient clinic and inpatient/consult service include providing care for patients with various gastrointestinal disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatobiliary diseases, acute nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, and/or abdominal pain, etc. In the inpatient setting, the provider will see new consults, discuss with attending physician, follow up after procedures, arrange for discharge medication as indicated post procedure, and collaborate with physician colleagues on coordination of care.

Other functions include coordinating, triaging, and organizing patient flow, patient follow up contact and test result review. It is anticipated that job duties will take a minimum of 40 hours per week including a minimum of 32 hours of direct patient contact (clinic visits with outpatients and new and return visits with inpatients) that will take place each week.

Key Responsibilities:
·       Independently performing age-appropriate history and physical examinations for complex acute, critical and chronically ill patients
·       Accurate and efficient documentation in EPIC system
·       Advisement of patient scheduling based on concern of disease
·       Reviewing medical records to determine if appropriate for clinic
·       Requesting outside diagnostic tests and pathology/cytology as needed
·       Ordering and interpretation of labs or diagnostic tests needed prior to multidisciplinary review
·       Prescribing medications as needed, including pre-procedure medications.
·       Conducting peer to peer review or writing medical necessity letters with insurance companies for pre-authorization of tests as appropriate
·       Speaking with referring physicians regarding patient referrals
·       Sending new patient letters to referring physicians using EPIC system
·       Independently seeing patients in follow up as needed
·       Collaboration with team members to finalize patient plans and assisting with ordering tests and referrals as needed
·       Contacting referring physicians/PCP for any other medical issues that may have been discovered or referring patient to appropriate specialty/provider as needed
·       Facilitating staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools
·       Providing patients with hospital resources as needed

·       Tracking patient outcomes/data
·       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 at Longs Peak Hospital in Longmont, CO.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Physician Assistant:
·       Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
·       Current Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Colorado
·       Prescriptive authority
·       Two (2) or more years of experience in practice as a PA
·       Current ACLS certification

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

$120,000 to $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.

Apply here:

Advanced Pediatric Associates Aurora, Centennial, Parker is currently seeking an enthusiastic Physician Assistant to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of pediatric conditions and illnesses. You’ll work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your contributions truly matter—to both our team and the families we care for.

For over 50 years, Advanced Pediatrics has taken special care to develop the services parents need in caring for their children as they grow. Our team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants specializes in pediatric care for children from infancy through adolescence.

We believe in building long-term, caring relationships with families. We strive to be a true “medical home” for our patients by providing accessible, compassionate, and coordinated care. Our goal is to deliver excellent medical treatment as well as a compassionate and responsive experience for families throughout their child’s developmental journey. Our providers have established a close relationship with specialists and staff at Children's Hospital Colorado and participate in the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center pediatric teaching program.

If you're passionate about pediatrics and ready to be part of a team that puts families first, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply here:

Requirements
• Graduate of an accredited PA school
• Current Colorado PA license
• Current National Certification
• Current CPR or PALS certification

Benefits:
• Salary Range: $48 - $60 per hour
• Paid time off
• CME allowance and hours
• 32-hour work week (4 days and occasional Saturday morning)
• Paid professional dues, DEA, state license
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Accident insurance, Life insurance, Long Term Disability, AD&D
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