APP Instructor Fellow

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

18d•$80,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is hiring a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Instructor Fellow for a 12-month neurology fellowship. The program trains qualified graduates of an advanced practice program, including Nurse Practitioners, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, and Physician Assistants. Fellows are expected to learn to conduct neurological histories and examinations, determine appropriate diagnostic evaluations, and formulate management plans for patients with neurological conditions within their scope of practice. The program accepts new graduates and experienced APPs, with two fellows beginning each year in the summer or immediately after graduation. Applicants should be willing to relocate to Colorado for potential future employment in a University of Colorado Neurology practice. Fellows may rotate through subspecialties including Behavioral Neurology, Epilepsy, the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, General Neurology, Headache, Inpatient Consults, Movement Disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, Neuro-Infectious Disease, Neuromuscular Disorders, Neuro-Oncology, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Neuroradiology, and Stroke. The position is based at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and is eligible for a hybrid schedule. The anticipated hiring range is $80,000 to $85,000. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt. University benefits include medical and dental plan options, disability, life and vision insurance, tax-deferred annuity savings options, tuition benefits, and a reduced-rate RTD transit pass, as well as leave and other programs.

Requirements

Graduate in good standing from an accredited APRN or PA program no later than May 31, 2027, before fellowship training begins July 1.
Hold national board certification as an NP, CNS, or PA.
Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work independently and within diverse team structures.
Respect patient rights and prioritize patient safety.
Build rapport with patients and demonstrate a positive, motivated, engaged, and caring attitude.
Demonstrate attention to detail and quality.
Work with colleagues and patients in a confidential and professional manner.
Maintain good documentation practices.
Demonstrate dedication to professional development and lifelong learning.
Be adaptable and flexible, and think quickly on your feet.
Have experience with web-based tracking systems and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.

Nice To Haves

Experience completing documentation and performing routine hospital-assigned tasks using hospital record systems such as Epic and Oncore.
Knowledge of University of Colorado Health Hospitals.

Responsibilities

Design and implement a plan of care based on a patient’s history and examination.
Adapt treatment based on patient response and identify and manage complications of therapy.
Incorporate evidence-based information and current guidelines into patient care.
Perform procedures such as lumbar punctures, occipital nerve blocks, and baclofen pump refills.
Utilize and interpret neurodiagnostic testing and imaging.
Provide compassionate, sensitive care to patients, including vulnerable populations.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to make clinical decisions and maintain patient safety.

Benefits

Medical insurance with multiple plan options.
Dental insurance with multiple plan options.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Vision insurance.
Voluntary tax-deferred annuity savings options, including 401k, 403B, and 457 plans.
Tuition benefits available on all CU campuses.
Reduced-rate RTD bus and light rail pass.
Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
Additional perks and programs through CU Advantage.