Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Medicine/Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine/Instructor

Job Summary:

The Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine is seeking an energetic individual for a full-time Advanced Practice Provider position within the Outpatient Advanced Lung Clinic in the Center for Lungs and Breathing (CLB) at the University of Colorado Hospital. The position would hold the title of Instructor of Medicine with the Division at the University of Colorado. The Division oversees a regionally and internationally recognized referral center for the care of patients with all forms of pulmonary disease and critical illness. The responsibilities would include the assessment and ongoing management of patients with underlying pulmonary disease. The provider would work closely with the Physicians with the CLB and would care for patients within the General Pulmonary Clinic as well as the Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Clinic and COPD Clinic. The provider would participate in multi-disciplinary conferences for these respective clinics and help gather and present data within these conferences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full clinical care responsibilities for pulmonary patients in the CLB, working both autonomously and in partnership with attending physicians.

• Evaluation, assessment and management or co-management of pulmonary conditions common in the COPD, ILD and General Pulmonary outpatient clinics.

• Post-visit clinical care management, including communications with patients by telephone, electronic medical chart messaging, medication management and similar duties included in outpatient clinical care.

• Engaging and communicating with consulting services Participation in multi-disciplinary conferences for these respective clinics and help gather and present data within these conferences.

• Possible enrollment and follow-up of patients in clinical trials, where appropriate.

• Work within an interprofessional team and provide professional leadership within the team when appropriate.

• Support learning environments for the various learner types in an academic outpatient clinical setting.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

About the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine

Thank you for your interest in the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Colorado! Our over 150 faculty are located across four sites: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, National Jewish Health, Denver Health, and the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.

We are very proud of our long and illustrious history. Many seminal discoveries in pulmonary and critical care medicine occurred here in Denver, including advances in tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, airway disease, cancer, and critical care. Many of our former trainees have taken leadership roles in academic medicine, including Division and Department Chairs, Deans, and American Thoracic Society Presidents.

However, we do not rest on our laurels! We continue to enhance all aspects of our division and training program, and as a result, we have seen tremendous and sustained growth. The clinical practice sites have built new hospitals, and there are multiple new research buildings across the campuses. We have been fortunate to recruit tremendous new faculty members while retaining many of our former trainees.

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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a master's degree in Advanced Practice Nursing or a graduate of an accredited program in Physician Assistant Studies.

• Current active license to practice in the state of Colorado as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant. Prescriptive authority is required.

• Currently credentialed as an APRN or PA by the appropriate national certifying body

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pulmonary Medicine experience is preferred, however experience in an Internal Medicine discipline will be considered.

• Excellent communication skills to interact with multiple medical providers, the interprofessional care team and a variety of medicine disciplines.

• Ability to function autonomously within the scope of practice of an APP in pulmonary medicine.

• Interest in supporting academic research. Experience in an academic learning environment.

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: Anthony Lanfranco at Anthony.lanfranco@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by August 31, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$95,000-150,000

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

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.

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.