Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (PA/NP/APRN) Pediatric Orthopedic - Adjoint Instructor

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Orthopedics Job Title: Adjoint Instructor –
Pediatric Orthopedic PA/NP Position #:00854069 – Requisition
#:41497

Job Summary:

The Department of Orthopedics at the University of Colorado School
of Medicine is seeking a part-time exempt, on-call Clinical
Instructor-Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in the area of
Pediatric Orthopedics to practice at Children's Hospital
Colorado-Colorado Springs and the CU Briargate Specialty Clinic for
Children in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This position includes
membership in the CU Briargate Center, a multispecialty pediatric
clinic and CU School of Medicine cost center that includes faculty
from multiple departments. The position is not eligible for
benefits or tenure.

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide mid-level night and weekend call coverage for the
Pediatric Orthopedic Colorado Springs provider group.

· Provide fracture reductions in ER as needed. Perform joint
aspirations and injections as needed. Duties will include
consultation to CHCO colleagues and outside providers regarding
care of orthopedic trauma patients.

· Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations on
assigned patients; assesses and treats acute/chronic medical
problems and provides direct patient care to a specified patient
population. Write prescriptions for PT, OT, imaging studies, and
DME as needed. Complete FMLA and other forms and school notes as
needed (with assistance from office staff). Primary places of
patient care are in a hospital operating room, hospital ward,
hospital emergency department, and outpatient clinic.

· Assists in providing pre-op, intra-op and post-op care; writes
appropriate orders, including those for narcotics and other
scheduled drugs. There will be some casting, splinting, and
dressing required when the office MA/cast technician is overloaded
but this will not be a primary duty.

· Occasionally perform emergency lifesaving procedures in cases
such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, massive hemorrhage, or
similar emergencies.

· Notifies attending physician on call, house physician on call, or
supervising physician regarding any unusual or unexpected events or
problems requiring direct physician consultation.

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

· Writes progress notes on patients' office and hospital charts
indicating patient status and treatment procedures performed;
maintains other records as required.

· Provides health education to patients and families

· Assist orthopedic surgeon in operating room setting.

· Will share telephone, ER and hospital call coverage fairly with
physicians. Telephone triage of urgent patients will be a critical
function.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

We are a department of nationally ranked Orthopedic surgeons with a
mission to provide the highest quality patient care and advance the
field of orthopedics through innovation in research and education.
We place a high level of importance on achieving and maintaining a
diverse environment that fosters excellence and rewarding
opportunities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.

· State of Colorado Certified Physician's Assistant or Inclusion on
the State of Colorado Advanced Practice Registry as an Advance
Practice Nurse; Certification by the National Commission on
Certification of Physician's Assistants or certification by the
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

· CPR Certified

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Self-directed

· Detail-oriented

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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: Lindsey Renn, lindsey.renn@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best
consideration, apply by October 28, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The pay rate for this position has been established as:

$50/hour for unrestricted call coverage ( $1,200 for 24-hour shift,
prorated if less)

$100/hour for restricted call coverage or ambulatory clinic
coverage.

The above pay rate 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.

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
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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 .