Advance Practice Provider (APP)/(CNM/NP/PA)Gynecologic Surgery/Open Rank, Instructor-Professor

Job Summary:

The Division of Academic Specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology, within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine, has a full-time Faculty Position available for a Gynecologic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP). The position is 1.0 clinical FTE. We invite candidates with at least one (1) or more years of APP experience to become a part of our multidisciplinary team at the University of Colorado.

Job Responsibilities:

This individual will be expected to provide independent clinical services for patients seen on the gynecologic surgery service. There will be involvement in the complete spectrum of care from initial patient contact through discharge. Specific duties of the position will include inpatient responsibilities such as rounding, writing orders, discharge planning and execution, and participating in the care provided to gynecologic surgery patients while they are in the hospital. Outpatient duties include patient assessment, patient education, care coordination, and disease management. Surgical assisting during operative cases with a gynecologic surgeon may also be required. Close collaboration with the gynecologic surgeons, hospital, and clinic staff will be necessary. This individual may be asked to work some nights and weekends as patient volume and acuity dictate. This individual will also be expected to participate in the development of protocols for the care of gynecologic surgery patients. This individual may also be asked to participate in marketing and networking opportunities with referring providers. Eligibility for prescriptive authority is required. This position may include travel to other sites.

Specific duties/skills include, but are not limited to:

· Evaluate and manage patients who are candidates for gynecologic surgery. This includes obtaining a thorough history and performing an appropriate physical examination and ordering appropriate testing with particular attention to possible related co-morbidities and post-operative complications.

· See and evaluate patients in the hospital, provide documentation, an assessment and care plan for the inpatient stay and discharge care planning.

· Evaluate and manage patients with urgent or emergent complaints in conjunction with the primary surgeon.

· Perform surgical assist responsibilities during operative procedures with a gynecologic surgeon.

· Participate in clinic sponsored educational opportunities.

· Participate in the research activities of the clinic including the identification of patients appropriate for open clinical trials and facilitating their participation in clinical research.

· Triage patient telephone calls and electronic health record messages and provide consultation.

· Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between physician visits.

· Collaborate with & educate trainees to include medical students, residents, and fellows.

· Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.

· 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 JCAHO accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards.

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

· Maintain patient confidentiality.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO. Shifts will be scheduled Tuesday through Saturday weekly and will include potential travel to other department clinical sites.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology provides a full spectrum of clinical care for women of all ages, participate in research, and provide education to students and residents. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is dedicated to serving the women of Colorado and the surrounding states; excelling in the education of medical students and residents, delivering comprehensive patient care; and participating in research into areas of women's health. Our vision is to optimize the health and well-being of women across their lifespan by utilizing our unique strength.

Why work for the University?

Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions:

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional 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.

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