Advanced Practice Provider: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine (Open Rank)

The Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (APP: Advanced Practice Provider) interested in a career as a clinician, practicing and teaching general internal medicine in a patient-centered medical home located in the Denver Metro Area.

The APP will have opportunity for academic promotion judged on criteria of demonstrated excellence as a clinician/educator/scholar. APPs are encouraged to collaborate with other faculty in clinical research projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide primary care for patients at a University of Colorado Hospital or CU Medicine Internal Medicine Clinic for the following appointment types: new, continuity, hospital/ED follow-up, acute, and annual/wellness exams.

• Provide care for empaneled patients as well as acute care for teammate’s patients as needed.

• Share responsibilities for night, weekend, and vacation coverage with other members of the group practice.

• There may be opportunities to serve as a preceptor for APP students.

Onsite – This role is expected to work onsite and is located in the Denver Metro Area.

The Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM), established at the University of Colorado in 1977, was one of the first GIM divisions established within the United States. Building on a rich history and tradition, our GIM Division has undergone significant change and evolution to maintain our goal of being a national leader in patient care, medical education and health services research.

We take our three-part mission of patient care, medical education, and researchseriously. Each of our affiliated institutions has its own unique medical care programs. These programs, when taken together, provide a wide breadth and depth of clinical experiences that allows our trainees to experience virtually all aspects of inpatient and ambulatory medical care.

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
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, or Assistant Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor

• Master’s degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado

• Medicare/Medicaid credentials

• Unrestricted DEA license

• Board certified or board eligible as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

• Two (2) or more years of professional experience in a primary care setting

o Fellowships will count toward years of experience

Senior Instructor

• Master’s degree as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado
• Medicare/Medicaid credentials
• Unrestricted DEA license
• Board certified or board eligible as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Seven (7) or more years of professional experience in a primary care setting
  • Fellowships will count toward years of experience

Assistant Professor

• Doctor of Nursing for a Nurse Practitioner or Master’s degree as a Physician Assistant
• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado
• Medicare/Medicaid credentials
• Unrestricted DEA license
• Board certified or board eligible as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience in an academic medicine primary care setting
  • Fellowships will count toward years of experience

A Master’s degree and years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Doctor of Nursing degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Epic or another EHR

• Three (3) or more years of professional experience in a primary care setting

o Fellowships will count toward years of experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates deep understanding of internal medicine across acute, chronic, and preventive care
• Able to apply evidence-based guidelines to clinical decision-making
• Stays current with emerging research and clinical best practices
• Able to build rapport and trust with diverse patient populations
• Communicates clearly with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Able to use data to evaluate outcomes and improve care delivery
• Able to navigate healthcare systems to coordinate care efficiently
• Understands billing, documentation, and regulatory compliance
• Advocates for cost-effective, equitable care
• Collaborates with community resources and referral networks
• Demonstrates ethical behavior, accountability, and integrity
• Maintains patient confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Adapts to feedback and models respectful behavior
• Upholds institutional values and standards of care

• 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: Patricia Colella, patricia.colella@cuanschutz.edu

Immediately and continues until February 15, 2026, or until a competitive applicant pool has been established.

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

Instructor

$111,321 – $130,000

Senior Instructor

$128,000 – $140,000

Assistant Professor

$111,321 – $130,000

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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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.

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.