Night Abdominal Organ Transplant Advanced Practice Provider (APP) / (PA/NP) Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant Surgery, Instructor

The Division of Transplant Surgery, Department of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a faculty position available at the rank of Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). Under the direction of the full-time faculty or designee, this position provides inpatient surgical and medical care services at the University of Colorado Hospital. The transplant surgery and lung transplant program at the University of Colorado Hospital are high volume, high acuity services. The candidate will be expected to provide independent clinical services for patients seen on the abdominal organ transplant service and lung transplant service. There will be involvement in the complete spectrum of care from initial patient contact through discharge. Specific duties of the position will include inpatient responsibilities such as rounding, writing orders, and participating in the care provided to transplant patients while they are in the hospital. Close collaboration with the transplant surgeons, transplant pulmonologists, hospital and clinical staff will be necessary. This role is at night and is paid a 25% salary differential for night coverage. Eligibility for prescriptive authority is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and manage medical and surgical complications of abdominal transplant as well as medical complications of lung transplant requiring hospital admission. This includes obtaining a thorough history and physical exam, ordering appropriate testing, enacting a treatment plan and counseling patients regarding their condition and prognosis.
• Evaluate and manage patients who are candidates for abdominal organ transplant surgery. This includes obtaining a thorough history and performing an appropriate physical examination and ordering appropriate testing with particular attention to transplant surgery related co-morbidities and post-operative complications. Monitoring compliance with diet, exercise, and behavior modifications and providing education about the risks and benefits of the surgical procedures is also expected.
• See and evaluate patients in the hospital, provide documentation, an assessment and care plan for the inpatient stay and discharge care planning.
• Evaluate and manage patients with urgent or emergent complaints in conjunction with the surgeon, pulmonologist or fellow.
• Participate in clinic sponsored educational opportunities.
• Perform procedures and assist in the operating room as needed and if desired.
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care for patients between physician visits.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Maintain competency and enhance professional growth and development through continuing education, conferences, and seminars. Attend mandatory training.
• Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with JCAHO accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards.
• Support and uphold established organizational policies, procedures, objectives related to quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Participate in the application process and development of a Center of Excellence designation as required.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

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

Our transplant team is committed to providing exceptional patient care through innovation and collaboration. We support patients from their initial hospitalization through lifelong follow-up, while also managing a range of complex medical cases. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, continuous learning, and advancing transplant medicine, we offer opportunities for growth and meaningful impact. Our focus on patient care, education, and research drives innovative discoveries and promotes quality care and safety for 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% 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

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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  Proper education and licensing/certification for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.

• Transplant or inpatient medicine experience are preferred.

• Must be eligible for certification with independent prescriptive authority.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.

• Transplant or inpatient medicine experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a diverse professional and patient population.

• Knowledge of the professional medical and surgical practice to give and evaluate patient care in the area of transplant surgery and pulmonary lung transplant.

• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care.

• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine and surgery to provide on-going patient care.

• Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition and interpreting findings.

• Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.

• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and their family members, medical staff, residents, fellows, medical students, and the public.

• Ability to maintain quality control standards.

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

• Ability to communicate clearly as an integral member of a team

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• 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: Jody Robertson - jody.robertson@cuanschutz.edu

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 04/26/2026.

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

$109,429 to $137,634

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.

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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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