**APP-Instructor Department of Surgery** **Description** **University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus** **Department: Surgery, Division of Pediatric Surgery, Colorado Springs** **Job Title:** **Instructor | Department of Surgery** **Position #: 00838481 - Requisition #:37552** **Job Summary:** **full-time (1.0 FTE)** **of Instructor** Key Responsibilities: + Primarily inpatient with some outpatient clinical responsibilities related to a full spectrum of general pediatric surgical patients with a heavy emphasis on trauma and neonatal care. + Initial patient assessments/consults, rounding on hospitalized patients, clinical documentation (daily notes, history and physicals, discharge summaries), patient education, multi-disciplinary care coordination, first-assist in OR, clinic (outpatient) care, and performing minor procedures. + Close collaboration with pediatric general surgeons, sub-specialty surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, intensivists, and hospital medicine will be necessary. + Professional interaction with referring physicians and staff, emergency medical personnel and primary care providers is essential. + Provide care to patients in the pediatric unit, pediatric intensive care unit, newborn intensive care unit, acute care areas, and in the outpatient clinics. + The work schedule will include days, in-house overnight, weekends and holiday coverage. **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 **Qualifications:** **Minimum Qualifications:** + Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master's degree in Nursing and/or a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. + Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant with prescriptive privileges (of those candidates with a Nurse Practitioner degree, an acute care certification is required) + Meets and maintains specific requirements of the Nursing Credential Review Board (Nurse Practitioner) and the Medical Review Board (Physician Assistant). + Current ATLS or successful completion within three months of hire. + Current BLS prior to hire and PALS certifications at time of or within three months of hire. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience in general surgery, trauma, critical care, and pediatrics preferred. + First assist or surgical assist certification and experience preferred. **How to Apply:** **Screening of Applications Begins:** **Anticipated Pay Range:** **HIRING RANGE:** **Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:** **ADA Statement:** **Background Check Statement:** **Vaccination Statement:** **Job Category** **Primary Location** **Schedule** **Posting Date** **Unposting Date** **To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=37552&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/6470729)** Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/) APP-Instructor | Department of Surgery - 37552 Faculty The Division of Pediatric Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a faculty position available at the rank for a Pediatric General Surgery 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 Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO), Colorado Springs.The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services primarily for General Pediatric Surgical patients of the Children's Hospital Colorado-Colorado Springs. - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Colorado Springs, CO. 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=6470729&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) . Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 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 position2. Curriculum vitae / Resume3. Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressApplications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6470729&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) .Questions should be directed to: Christy Kaczmarek -christianna.kaczmarek@childrenscolorado.org (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6470729&targetURL=-christianna.kaczmarek@childrenscolorado.org) Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 9/30/25. The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $107,890 to $147,846 for 1.0 FTE25% shift differential added to all night, weekend, and holiday shifts.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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6470729&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125) 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. 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=6470729&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=6470729&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=6470729&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 - 20324 - SOM-SRG-PEDS Clinical : Full-time : Aug 14, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Christy Kaczmarek Posting Contact Email: christianna.kaczmarek@childrenscolorado.org (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6470729&targetURL=christianna.kaczmarek@childrenscolorado.org) Position Number: 00838481jeid-2181d5b6b4b59749abe0a0cdef870024 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.