Instructor – Advanced Practice Provider (South Metro Denver)

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Job Title: Instructor – Advanced Practice Provider (South Metro Denver)

Requisition #: 41179 - Position #: 00784607

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is looking for Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) at the rank of Instructor. The APP will work as a member of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation adult health team at a variety of potential sites: CU Medicine Highlands Ranch Medical Office Building, UCHealth Steadman Hawkins Inverness, and UCHealth Lone Tree Medical Center. Major responsibilities include clinical practice, message triage and patient education. There are numerous opportunities to participate in teaching, research, and professional development. This position is available as full-time appointment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides comprehensive care to patients with spine and rehabilitation medicine needs (Minimum of 8 clinic sessions per week)
• Provides appropriate follow-up with patients/families, primary care physicians, nursing and administrative staff
• Coordinating appropriate appointments, i.e. PT, OT, nutrition, orthopedics, neurosurgery
• Participates in educational activities and incorporate findings into practice
• Provides and/or serves as a resource for patients/families, faculty members, and staff
• Provides excellent service routinely in interactions with all patients, families, co-workers, staff, visitors, physicians, volunteers, outside vendors and school officials.
• EPIC in-basket message management for assigned attending providers (triage and answer)
• Attend Department academic meetings (faculty meetings, grand rounds)
• Work collaboratively with other APPs in the Department (providing back-up coverage.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Thank you for considering joining our team. The fields of rehabilitation believe in using your whole body to improve your human performance. The department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Colorado (which we affectionately call "CU PM&R") is at the forefront of using team science, regenerative medicine, and exercise treatments. It is uniquely situated in the state-of-the-art CU Anschutz Medical Campus, the first campus in the nation to be built from the ground up to bring research, education, and patient care into one visionary collaboration. Like the Rocky Mountains that provide a backdrop of our institutions, CU PM&R is on the rise! We combine the disciplines of rehabilitation medicine, physical therapy, psychology, speech/language therapy, and rehabilitation sciences into a singular department.

The University of Colorado Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation offers an exceptional learning and working environment. Our team of clinicians, researchers, educators, and administrative staff are dedicated to the advancement of physical medicine and rehabilitation and are committed to providing quality patient care. Our department is equipped with the latest technology and specialized equipment, enabling us to provide comprehensive care to our patients.

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%25 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:

Minimum Qualifications:

Nurse Practitioner

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master’s degree in Nursing
• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner
• Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board (Nurse Practitioner)
• Current BLS certifications or successful completion within six months of hire

Physicians Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant
• Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Medical Review Board (Physician Assistant)
• Current BLS certifications or successful completion within six months of hire
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of clinical experience preferred. May be willing to train new graduate with previous rehabilitation, spine or neuromuscular experience or exceptional qualities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Proven ability to evaluate patients with high complexity, both medically and psychosocially
• Detail-oriented with strong clinical judgment.
• Desire to learn and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Open Track:

To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

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: Sydney Sanders, Sydney.Sanders@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 10/15/2026. 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: $106,975 - $147,361 for full-time 1.0 FTE.

Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination 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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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.