Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Whole Person Pain Service/ APP- Sr. Instructor

Job Summary:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide care within the Department of Family Medicine, serving both the Whole Person Pain Service (WPPS) and as an APP in a family medicine clinic.

The Whole Person Pain Service (WPPS) will provide holistic chronic pain care for primary care patients established in the department of family medicine. The service will be 100% virtual and will serve as the chronic pain hub for patients in the department who are currently prescribed chronic opioid medications. The Advanced Practice Provider in this role will be responsible for two main functions: chronic pain patient care and care coordination.

The APP will also continue to provide coverage at their current UCHealth/Department of Family Medicine clinic location. The APP will provide full-spectrum ambulatory care including, but not limited to, chronic disease management, acute and "urgent" care, and wellness and preventative care for adult and pediatric patients.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) evaluates, assesses, diagnoses, prescribes, and educates patients regarding their particular illness or chronic disease. The position provides high-quality primary care to all patients, evaluates and treats acute and chronic problems for the patient population, completes histories, thorough assessments, and physical examinations on all patients with accurate and complete documentation reflected in medical records, and collaborates and communicates with other departments and colleagues, such as the pharmacy to ensure optimal patient care.

This position is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position.

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Whole Person Pain Service Clinical/Direct Patient Care (0.20-0.25 cFTE)

• Provide patient care to patients with chronic pain in a virtual setting
• Perform intake, routine follow-up, and group visits for patients on chronic opioids
• Participate as needed in chart review and clinical coding compliance activities
• Collaborate as appropriate with medical staff and specialists in the care of complex patients
• Interact with other health professionals to create guidelines and coordinate patient care
• Triage the WPPS in basket and telephone line and support patients as needed
• Using opioid registries, proactively outreach patients and/or PCPs who may benefit from the WPPS
• Using opioid registries, determine the highest risk patients in need to be discussed at the collaborative care conferences

Whole Person Pain Service Care Management (0.3-0.50 FTE)

• Address in basket, and phone messages, and providing triage when appropriate
• Opioid registry management with direct patient outreach
• High-risk patient case conference coordination

Float APP Clinical/Direct Patient Care (0.25-0.50 cFTE)

• Provide quality, accessible, cost-effective primary care for patients served by University of Colorado Hospitals and other DFM sites as designated
• Provide direct patient care for acute care patients who require/request same-day appointments
• Collaborate as appropriate with medical staff in the care of complex patients
• Interact with other health professionals to create guidelines and coordinate patient care
• Collaborate with other team members in chronic disease management and patient care management
• Will not participate in after-hours call pool
• Provide quality care for other populations as assigned
• Support and collaborate with medical, nursing, and office staff

Administrative/Professional Development

• Maintain eligibility for School of Medicine Faculty
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in field, both academically and through applied skills
• Attend and present at conferences, meetings and trainings to maintain certification and enhance professional skills; participate in faculty development activities
• Accept other responsibilities assigned by the Medical Director

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule with occasional meeting on the Anschutz campus in Aurora, Colorado as needed. Interested candidates need to live in Colorado at time of hire.

Why Join Us:

Among these is the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) which is dedicated to "helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has four focus areas, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care - Providing outstanding care to patients
• Education - Training the family medicine and primary care workforce
• Research - Creating and disseminating new knowledge
• Communities - Connecting with our communities to achieve health equity

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

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Senior Instructor:

• Masters/Doctor of Nursing practice degree or graduation from an NCCPA-approved physician assistant program
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado
• Completion of required 1,000 hours (provisional prescription authority/mentorship) or other minimum as defined by State of Colorado in order to obtain full prescriptive authority and DEA registration
• Medicare/Medicaid credentials
• Unrestricted DEA license and current CPR certification
• National certification by ANCC or AANP as family or adult nurse practitioner (if FNP)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years (full time) of practice experience working in a Patient Centered Medical Home/Ambulatory Family Medicine and/or Adult Medicine practice preferred
• Experience working with Epic or another EHR
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the office's policies and procedure.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural humility and minimizing implicit bias in clinical care

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to consult with supervisory physician on patient care and administrative issues
• Ability to document history, physical examinations, assessments and treatment plans for each patient by using the electronic medical record and enter follow-up diagnostic testing and laboratory studies that have been ordered
• Ability to discuss and promote wellness for all patients
• Knows when and how to refer patients to other health care professionals when the care that needs to be provided is beyond their scope of practice.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA
• Ability to prioritize and respond to emergencies in a calm manner
• Ability to verbalize information/directions clearly and concisely
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Conflict resolution skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to analyze, prioritize, and resolve patient problems
• Ability to participate effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to simultaneously perform multiple tasks and complete administrative duties correctly and on time
• Ability to work effectively in a virtual setting

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: Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 4/11/25.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Assistant Professor: $95,000 to $147,522

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.

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.