University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Department of Medicine Gastroenterology

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Clinical Gastroenterology Fellowship

Position #:00817360 Requisition #:33950

Job Summary:

The goal of the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Clinical Gastroenterology Fellowship is to provide a 1-year postgraduate gastroenterology training program for an APP in a clinical outpatient setting, designed to develop a specialization in gastroenterology through didactic education and clinical experience. The curriculum will provide the fellow with the background information necessary to successfully identify the main clinical manifestations, causes, and the differential diagnosis of the major types of gastrointestinal diseases and their complications.

The Curriculum will be primarily focused in our outpatient GI setting with core rotations including general digestive health, therapeutics (pancreas and hepatobiliary disease), esophageal clinic, inflammatory bowel disease and motility disorders. In addition, the fellow will have exposure within our subspecialties including hepatology, colorectal surgery, nutrition, hereditary colorectal neoplastic clinic, bariatric surgery, and inpatient hospital service. The core clinic rotations will range from four to eight weeks and the subspecialty rotations will range from one to three weeks.

In between clinic days, the fellow will have 1-2 days per week for admin and didactics which may be done on campus or at home. During this time, the fellow will be responsible for completing assigned reading materials and modules through the ACG Fellowship Student portal.

At the end of each rotation, there will be a competency exam as well as a self-assessment completed by the fellow. The preceptor will evaluate the fellow as well.

Completion:

Upon graduating, the fellow will receive a certificate from the Colorado University School of Medicine which verifies that they have completed all of the components outlined in the curriculum and have achieved program competencies. Our intent is to hire the fellow at the completion of their training.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado's Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the Department of Medicine, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned program that provides comprehensive resources for the diagnosis and therapy of diseases of the digestive tract, pancreas and liver. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology has faculty and staff making contributions to research, clinical trials, and nationally recognized patient care. Gastroenterology & GI Surgery is one of the top ranked in the United States and our clinical partner, the University of Colorado Hospital, and is in the top hospitals nationwide as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is rapidly growing, with clinical practices throughout the state of Colorado and over 80 researchers, physicians and staff, all working toward its vision to prevent and treat disease while being a global model for patient care delivery, interdisciplinary research, and training.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Graduated from a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program
• Must pass or be eligible to take the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) certification exam or National ACNP or AGACNP

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. Curriculum vitae / Resume
2. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
3. Two letters of recommendation
4. A short personal essay
5. A copy of an unofficial transcript

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Demi Sclafani ; Demi.Sclafani@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Interview and Selection Process:

Fellows are selected every 12 months, with start dates of September 1, 2024. Application and Interview time frames for these dates are as follows but subjected to change.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applicants can apply June 2024 with the acceptance of a fellow by June 30, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

$80,000 to $85,000

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

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.