Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Gastroenterology and Hepatology/Division/Instructor

Job Summary

The Division of GI and Hepatology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine has a 1.0 FTE faculty position available at the rank of Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).

Key Responsibilities

• Independently performing age-appropriate history and physical examinations for complex acute, critical and chronically ill patients
• Accurate and efficient documentation in EPIC system
• Advisement of patient scheduling based on concern of disease
• Reviewing medical records to determine if it is appropriate for clinic
• Requesting outside diagnostic tests and pathology/cytology as needed
• Ordering and interpretation of labs or diagnostic tests needed prior to multidisciplinary review
• Prescribing medications as needed, including pre-procedure medications
• Conducting peer to peer review or writing medical necessity letters with insurance companies for pre-authorization of tests as appropriate
• Speaking with referring physicians regarding patient referrals
• Sending patient letters to referring physicians using EPIC system
• Independently seeing patients in follow up as needed
• Collaboration with team members to finalize patient plans and assisting with ordering tests and referrals as needed
• Contacting physicians/PCP for any other medical issues that may have been discovered or referring patient to appropriate specialty/provider as needed
• Facilitating staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools
• Providing patients with hospital resources as needed
• Tracking patient outcomes/data
• Compliance with hospital protocols/standards
• Attending departmental meetings on a regular basis

Work Location

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

Why Join Us

The University of Colorado Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with patients, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner: MSN required from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
  Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure by a national professional organization
  Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Colorado
  Admission to the Advanced Practice Registry of the Colorado Board of Nursing
  Prescriptive authority required
  Current ACLS certification
• Physician Assistant: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
  Current Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Colorado
  Prescriptive authority
  Current ACLS certification

How to Apply

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: gi-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by July 10, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

Hiring Range: $110,000 - $120,000