Advanced Practice Provider in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology,
Diabetes and Metabolism

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider
(APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Medicine/Endocrinology/ Instructor,
Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor of Clinical
Practice

Position #00853986 – Requisition #41537

Job Summary:

This position is a blend of inpatient and outpatient full-time
clinical position. The primary responsibility is inpatient/consult
care for patients with all types of endocrine and diabetes
disorders as a member of the inpatient endocrinology consult
service. Some effort will also be dedicated to outpatient clinic
work, focusing on hospital follow ups and urgent consults. Also,
could include some virtual patient care delivered onsite.

This is a 1.0 FTE position at the University of Colorado Hospital
(main campus) on weekdays (Monday – Friday) only and offers a
flexible mix of inpatient and outpatient endocrinology care. The
number of inpatient and outpatient sessions will vary based on the
distribution of inpatient and outpatient care and the needs of the
team.

Successful candidates will be responsible for interfacing with
other inpatient/consult teams and working as a collaborative team
member on the Endocrinology Inpatient Team, which consists of a MD
and Fellow, residents and medical students. This position will
provide direct patient care, clinical follow-up, lab review and
other duties primarily in the inpatient but also the outpatient
environments. Experience in the evaluation and management of common
endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, adrenal
disease, pituitary disease, calcium disorders, and osteoporosis is
preferred but is not required for this position.

Duties will occur at the Anschutz Medical Campus University of
Colorado Hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs comprehensive health assessments, including health

history, physical exams, preventive screening and identifies
medical health risks and needs for patients on the inpatient
endocrinology service

• Develops treatment plans and monitors response to therapy in

collaboration with attending physicians and the interdisciplinary
care team

• Participates in daily inpatient rounds, care coordination, and

communication with referring teams, nursing staff, pharmacists,
case managers, and other healthcare professionals

• Documents clinical encounters and treatment recommendations in

the electronic medical record in a timely manner

• Facilitates safe discharge planning and coordinates follow-up

care for patients with endocrine conditions

• Provides post-hospitalization follow-up care, including

outpatient evaluation and management, patient education, medication
adjustment, and ongoing disease monitoring

• Participates in self-directed continued learning
• Promotes evidence-based practice, quality improvement

initiatives, and patient-centered care

• Collaborates with faculty physicians, advanced practice

providers, trainees, and staff to support the clinical,
educational, and academic missions of the division and
endocrinology service.

• Performs, orders and/or interprets diagnostic studies within

scope of practice and clinical area of practice.

• Develops diabetes care plan and reassesses and modifies plan as

necessary.

• Serves as a clinical consultant to other clinical services in

the hospital

• Collaborates with all members of the multidisciplinary services

and units in the hospital to deliver excellent care

• Educates patients and families regarding management of health

conditions outside the hospital setting

• Successful candidates are expected to participate in education

and scholarly activity such as quality improvement and protocol
development in addition to clinical responsibilities, as part of
the academic faculty.

• Maintains CME credits as required for continued

licensure.

Work Location:

This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora,
Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Join the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes.

Our mission is to improve overall health and well-being by
prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of Diabetes, Obesity,
Metabolic disorders and Endocrine disorders through:

• Cu​tting-edge basic, translational and clinical research
• Nationally-recognized consultative services in Endocrinology,

Metabolism and Diabetes

• National leadership
• Training of future leaders in Academic Endocrinology​

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:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as
Instructor of Clinical Practice, Senior Instructor of Clinical
Practice, Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice based on
experience and qualifications as indicated below:

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 .

Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on
the candidate's demonstrated contributions and experience in
teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We
welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments
and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of
their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the

Office for Faculty Affairs

Instructor of Clinical Practice

• Graduate of 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 is required.

• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner/or as a Physician Assistant

by a national professional organization.

• Minimum of 0-4 years experience working in endocrinology

Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice

• Graduate of 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 is required.

• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner/or as a Physician Assistant

by a national professional organization.

• Minimum of 5 years experience working in endocrinology

Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice

• Graduate of 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 is required.

• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner/or as a Physician Assistant

by a national professional organization.

• Minimum of 10 years experience working in endocrinology
• Experience teaching and mentoring of advanced practice nursing

or Physician Assistant students

• Clinical research or quality improvement research

experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicants should be enthusiastic about a career in clinical

Endocrinology with a strong interest in providing excellent
clinical care in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

• There should be a desire for teaching and writing and an

interest in opportunities in quality improvement and/or clinical
research.

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
(only use if a cover letter is necessary)

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: Tyeise Edmond;
EndoHR@cuanshcutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
preference will be given to complete applications received by
11/15/26 . 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:

APP Instructor $109,000 - $123,000

APP Senior Instructor $115,000 - $128,000

Assistant Professor $125,000 - $140,000

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 may be
eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

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.

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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 .