Advanced Practice Provider - CCBD - Open Rank

Job Summary:

This is a full-time 1.0 FTE/cFTE Advanced Practice Provider clinical faculty position that will focus primarily on outpatient care of hematology/oncology infants, children, adolescents and young adults at the Colorado Springs Children's Hospital Colorado in the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD). You will be a member of a provider team that integrates clinical care, education, and research within CCBD. This position will also have "on-call" responsibilities and occasional weekend/holiday coverage support for patients within CCBD.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide independent care of pediatric hematology patients and ancillary patient service in the outpatient clinic setting with occasional inpatient and weekend/holiday call coverage.

* Provide timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) of progress notes, transfer documentation, and discharge summaries.

* Interpret diagnostic and monitoring tests.

* Provide coordination of care between the inpatient and outpatient settings.

* Participate in the treatment of patients on clinical research protocols and liaise with members of the clinical research team to ensure appropriate study conduct for relevant patients.

* Coordinate multi-disciplinary care with other members of CCBD and other specialties and services.

* Assist other CCBD providers in communications with outside referring and primary care providers.

* Coordinate and assist with education of new patients and families.

* Participate in Quality/Safety, and Process Improvement Initiatives.

* Provide educational support to nursing and support staff.

* Perform procedures independently, after an appropriate period of training if needed:

o Lumbar punctures with or without intrathecal chemotherapy administration.

o Bone marrow aspirations/biopsies.

* This position will have occasional weekend call responsibilities in rotation with other APPs

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Children's Colorado has had a presence in the Southern Colorado Community for over a decade. Our first and only Pediatric Hospital in Southern Colorado opened in 2019.

o 294,000 square feet, five levels of patient care

o Level II Trauma Center

o Only dedicated pediatric Emergency Department * 28 total patient care rooms: 16 exam rooms, 2 trauma/resuscitation rooms, 5 intake/super track, 6 behavioral health and 9 shelled exam rooms.

o 115 Beds

* 66 Critical Care Beds: 16 PICU, 50 NICU

* 44 Med Surg: 39 inpatient beds/5 post beds.

* 5 Sleep Study

* 4 EMU

o 4 OR Rooms (3 OR shelled), 1 Procedure Room, 22 Private Recovery Rooms (includes 5 rooms extended recovery beds), 11 shelled rooms.

o Imaging includes MRI, CT, Ultrasounds and Fluoroscopy

o Supporting Services: Audiology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Four Locations in Southern Colorado

o Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs

o Outpatient Care at Briargate Specialty Clinics

o Telstar: Therapy and Behavioral Health

o Memorial Hospital Central (NICU)

* 40+ Specialty Services Provided

* Integrated Behavioral Health Program embedded in outpatient specialty program.

* 300+ Providers, 1,300+ total team members

* University of Colorado School of Medicine Branch Campus: Colorado Springs Connection and alignment to University of Colorado School of Medicine and larger Anschutz Medical Campus brings potential opportunities and collaboration in education and research spaces.

Why work for the University?

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor of Clinical Practice

* Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters' degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

* Current board certification (FNP, PNP, CPNP, PA)

* Active Colorado license

* Active DEA license in Colorado

* Minimum 3 years of experience working in pediatrics

Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice

* Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters' degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

* Current board certification (FNP, PNP, CPNP, PA)

* Active Colorado license

* Active DEA license in Colorado

* Minimum 3 years of experience working in pediatrics

* Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position at an academic hospital

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Strong preference for experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant managing pediatric hematology and oncology patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

* For Nurse Practitioner applicants, Acute Care Certification is strongly preferred.

* Experience managing Children's Oncology Group study protocols including clinical care coordination and study audits.

* Experience in using the EPIC electronic medical records system

* Familiarity with or fluency (preferred) in medical Spanish, meeting hospital criteria for language certification qualification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to effectively communicate professionally, clearly and effectively with staff and faculty within and outside the Section, Department and/or hospital.

* Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients and families and colleagues.

* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

* Strong advocacy skills.

* Knowledge of best practices in patient safety and quality care.

* Ability to write orders, including diagnostic tests, medications, care instructions, and adding to patients' electronic medical records.

* Ability to perform selected procedures including but not limited to lumbar punctures with or without intrathecal chemotherapy and bone marrow aspirates and biopsies.

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: Staci.Ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 12/01/2025. 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: $103,000 to $123,000

Senior Instructor: $113,000 to $133,000

The above 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.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

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.