Advanced Practice Provider – Congenital Cardiac Surgery - 34956 Faculty

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider – Congenital Cardiac Surgery

Position #: 00827379 – Requisition #:34956

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-operative assessment of both inpatient and outpatient cardiac surgical patients

• Preoperative counseling and obtaining informed consent for surgical procedures performed at CHCO

• Performing inpatient consultation for patients planned for cardiac surgical procedures.

• Supporting patient safety and quality control initiatives within CHCO

• Participating in post operative care of cardiac surgical patients including minor procedures and incisional care.

• Facilitating post-operative care coordination with the inpatient cardiology team

• Supporting the surgeons with post operative care of cardiac surgical patients through the global period.

Work Location:

Onsite

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

• 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

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

PA/NP Minimum Qualifications:

• Current license to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse or as a Physician Assistant

• Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board (Nurse Practitioner) or the Medical Review Board (Physician Assistant)

• Ability to obtain and maintain prescriptive authority (DEA License)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the care of children and adults with congenital heart defects is strongly advised.

• Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse professional and patient population.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the professional medical and surgical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the area of Congenital cardiothoracic surgery.

• 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.

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The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 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 inpatient and outpatient medical care services at for the pediatric cardiothoracic service at Children's Hospital Colorado and University of Colorado Hospital. The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services for patients seen on the Congenital cardiothoracic surgery service. The APP will be intimately involved in the preoperative assessment, the inpatient hospital stays, and the post operative follow up outpatient care. The APP will also support the Precision Medicine Institute at CHCO with obtaining informed consent, facilitating collection and aiding with supportive regulatory requirements for collection of discarded Thymus tissue in the per-operative period, as part of an institutional initiative in collaboration with industry sponsors. These efforts are integral to the organization's goal of becoming a Qualified Sourcing and Treatment Center for the treatment of congenital athymia.

• this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

The APP will have the opportunity to work at a highly ranked nationally recognized free standing children's hospital. The Children hospital is nationally and internationally renowned and cares for children in the entire fifty states and north America. The Children Hospital Heart institute is one of the larges and most successful heart programs in the country, performing over 700 surgical procedures per year, over 100 cardiac catheter procedures per year and has some of the best outcomes in the country. The APP position will serve an integral role in the care of these critically ill patients. We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and Childrens Hospital Colorado are 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.

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) . Questions should be directed to: Christian Scott, Christian.Scott@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=Christian.Scott@cuanschutz.edu)

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 1, 2024.

The starting salary range () for this position has been established as $112,450 to $160,000 based on experience The above salary 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)

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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu) ​.

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.

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) .

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Faculty : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20314 - SOM-SRG-CT Clinical : Full-time : Sep 19, 2024 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Christian Scott Posting Contact Email: Christian.Scott@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5658431&targetURL=Christian.Scott@cuanschutz.edu) Position Number: 00827379jeid-ab77a8f384f2c8489f791a4550637569

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.