Urologic Oncology Advance Practice Provider Job Listing at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO (Job ID 4217937-2024-08-05)

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Surgery | Department of Urology
Job Title: Urologic Oncology Advance Practice Provider
Position #00824943 – Requisition #34271

Job Summary:
The Division of Urology at the University of Colorado has an opening for a full-time a Physician Assistant (PA), hired at the faculty rank of instructor, to join our dynamic urology team with a focus on urologic oncology. The primary responsibilities will include outpatient and inpatient assessment, patient education, care coordination and disease management as well as the provision of urologic consultation to other services. Close collaboration with the surgeons, resident staff and hospital staff will be necessary. This position will serve as an integral part of the Urology team providing care to a general patient population while on the Urology Service and during all transitions of care.

This position will primarily serve the urologic oncology outpatient population but will be expected to serve the inpatient population as needed.

Supervision Received:
The APP works under the direct supervision of the full-time faculty or designee at the University of Colorado Hospital School of Medicine's Division of Urology Division in the Department of Surgery.

Key Responsibilities:
Specific duties and responsibilities of the APP may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Evaluate and manage patients who are candidates for Urology care and/or surgery. This includes obtaining a thorough history and performing an appropriate physical examination and ordering appropriate testing as well as management of patients with post-operative complications. Monitoring overall care and providing education about the risks and benefits of the surgical procedures is also expected.
• See and evaluate patients in the hospital, provide documentation, an assessment and care plan for outpatient and inpatient stay and discharge care planning.
• Evaluate and manage patients with urgent or emergent complaints in conjunction with the primary surgery.
• These duties will include outpatient and inpatient responsibilities such as rounding, writing orders, discharge, patient assessment, patient education, care coordination and disease management.
• Triage patient telephone calls and emails and provide consultation.
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between physician visits.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Support and uphold established organizational policies, procedures, objective related to quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Provide urologic outpatient and inpatient consultation in collaboration with faculty member and residents.
• Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct.

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

Why Join Us:
We are driven to improve every life at the Department of Surgery with our commitment to innovative surgical care, curing through discovery, enlightening tomorrow's leaders, and daring to be exceptional. Our focus on patient care, education, and research will lead to innovative discoveries and promote quality care and safety for our patients.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

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

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant school.
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges.
• Current license, or eligibility to obtain, a license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year prior experience in surgical subspecialty or outpatient care.
• Previous experience in urologic clinical setting.
• Demonstrated skill in outpatient surgical care.
• One year experience as an APP

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: Ashleigh Prout ashleigh.prout@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by August 8, 2024. 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:
$99,008 - $132,662
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.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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.

Compensation Information:
$99008.0 / Annually - $99008.0 / Annually

Starting At: 99008.0 Annually
Up To: 132662.0 Annually

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