Advanced Practice Provider; APP; PA​/NP), Department of Dermatology - Instructor

Position: Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (PA/NP), Department of Dermatology - Instructor
University of Colorado Anschutz

Department:
Dermatology

Job Title:

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (PA/NP), Department of Dermatology - Instructor

Position #:

- Requisition #: 39922

Job Summary:

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking a dedicated full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its faculty at the level of Instructor to deliver care at its community practice sites. The APP will provide high-quality, patient-centered dermatologic care at the Anschutz Medical Campus.

The ideal candidate will be experienced Dermatology provider delivering dermatologic care in an outpatient setting and have a passion for providing personalized, evidence-based patient care. The successful applicant will practice alongside skilled and knowledgeable dermatologists in our academic based clinics.

Key Responsibilities:

* Support all facets of clinical service to include the following: managing new and return patient visits, and coordination of care with providers within and outside the University setting.

* Diagnose and treat common acute, episodic, or chronic skin conditions.

* Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as needed.

* Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.

* Coordinates care with collaborating physicians or specialist regarding patient care.

* Writes progress notes indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed; maintains other office and hospital records as required.

* Provide administrative support and thorough follow-up to ensure orderly, effective, and quality patient care. This may include the development and implementation of educational materials or protocols for staff and patients.

* The candidate will become proficient in the electronic medical record (EPIC) system and be able to chart, obtain data, and use all the communication tools.

* Notify the Medical Director and Clinic Manager regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Our department is an internationally renowned program that provides comprehensive resources for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions of the skin. Our mission is to lead collaborative innovation in the understanding and treatment of dermatologic disease through excellence in patient care, education, research, and community engagement.

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 (based on percentage of time)

* Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

* Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

* Holiday Days: 11/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:

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with a master's degree in Advanced Practice Nursing or a graduate of an accredited program in Physician Assistant Studies.

* Current active license to practice in the state of Colorado as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant.

* Prescriptive authority in the State of Colorado is required.

* Certification from the NCCPA or ANCC or other comparable certification required

Preferred Qualifications:

● Previous experience in dermatology

● 2 or more years of relevant experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to work both autonomously and in a team in outpatient settings.

* Ability to function both independently and in collaboration with other health care professionals.

* Ability to…