Infectious Disease APP

Purpose

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Infectious Disease APP to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

About the Role

The Advance Practice Provider (APP) works collaboratively with a supervising physician to provide direct clinical care for patients presenting to assigned ambulatory clinic within Denver Public Health. The APP works in close communication with the unit's multidisciplinary team which includes social work, care management, medical assistants, nursing, research, pharmacy and others to help coordinate comprehensive care for their patients. This position may assist in the educational training of future providers and students.

Responsibilities

• Delivers superior patient care and encourages increased patient understanding and involvement in care.
• Determines and assesses the health status of patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing physical examinations.
• Makes decisions regarding treatment changes and refers patient to specialized services as needed.
• Orders and administers appropriate medications within the limits of the appropriate statutory limitations.
• Completes required documentation legibly, thoroughly, and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files, and records.
• Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff.
• May be assigned to perform lead work and/or involvement in clinical coordination, health station management or responsibility for special projects which may encompass protocol development, management planning, scheduling and other administrative tasks as necessary to support the practice environment.
• Attends and participates in administrative staff, program, and Department meetings.
• Utilizes the principles and practices of effective communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies.
• Follows established departmental policies and procedures and adheres to any quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Conducts clinical activities as defined in the privileging documents for this provider.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Required
• Work Experience: 1-3 years related clinical experience preferred
• Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and NP-Nurse Practitioner - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and NP-Nurse Practitioner - AANPCB - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board Required or PA-Physician Assistant - State Medical Board Required and PAC-Certified Physician Assistant - NCCPA - National Commission for Certifying Agencies Required

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to prepare accurate documentation and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required. EPIC experience preferred.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$122,100.00 - $134,900.00 / yr

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Nationally recognized well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.