Instructor - ACHD APP

Job Summary:

Clinical management of adult congenital heart patients at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) and University of Colorado Hospital (UCH). This position is part of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) group and time will be approximately split 60% at CHCO and 40% at UCH. The position primarily involves inpatient management but will include consults and occasional outpatient clinic. This role will involve taking rotating weekend call.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medical management of the ACHD patient within a multidisciplinary team. Participate in daily inpatient rounds for ACHD patients at CHCO and UCH.
• Staff inpatient consults at CHCO and UCH.
• Obtain patient histories, perform physical examinations, manage orders, perform and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and develop daily and long-term treatment plans.
• Support and coordinate case management in the psychosocial needs of the ACHD patient.
• Collaborate, refer, and consult with department attending physicians, consulting specialists, and other members of the health care team to deliver effective, safe, and high-quality care.
• Responsible for in basket management (prescriptions, referrals, patient follow-up, and communications)
• Provide educational opportunities to nurses, APPS, fellows, and residents regarding care of the ACHD patient.
• Support IRB approved clinical research/trials through a variety of activities including obtaining consent, ordering diagnostic tests, recording laboratory and diagnostic results, administering therapeutic interventions, and reporting patient outcomes including toxicities or adverse events.
• Contribute to organizational and departmental quality improvement projects.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

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.

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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Masters' degree in nursing or physician assistant studies
• Current State of Colorado license
• Current Certifications in Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support
• Prescriptive authority or eligible for certification at time of hire
• Acute care certification is required at time of hire for the advanced practice provider

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of Cardiology and ACHD
• Ability to provide top of scope care to diverse patients within an academic medical setting
• Ability to manage patients with complex medical histories and/or diagnoses
• Ability to effectively collaborate within interdisciplinary inpatient and outpatient teams
• Strong clinical care skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to Patient Safety, Quality Care, Communication, and Customer Service

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in Pediatric Cardiology or Adult Cardiology
• Minimum of 1-year nursing or advanced practice experience

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. Three to 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: Nicole Aviles Nicole.aviles@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by January 31, 2025

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor: $111,000 to $127,000

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.

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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.