The Department of Orthopedics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks a part-time (.70 FTE) Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) at the Senior Instructor level to support clinical operations across the Orthopedic Foot & Ankle and Sports Medicine services. This position will function as a shared Advanced Practice Provider (APP) supporting the Foot & Ankle section 2 days and Sports Medicine faculty 1 day. The APP will work in a high-volume academic orthopedic practice providing comprehensive care for musculoskeletal conditions including foot and ankle disorders, sports injuries, and postoperative orthopedic care. The role includes clinic care, surgical assistance, perioperative patient management, and coordination of care with orthopedic faculty, residents, fellows, and clinical staff. Key Responsibilities: Clinical Responsibilities* Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations on assigned patients. * Assess and treat acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions including foot, ankle, and sports-related injuries. * Provide direct patient care in the orthopedic clinic setting. * Prescribe medications, imaging studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and durable medical equipment (DME) as appropriate. * Complete necessary medical documentation including clinic notes, FMLA forms, school notes, and other required patient documentation. Procedural Responsibilities* Perform joint aspirations and joint injections. * Perform tendon sheath injections. * Provide casting, splinting, and wound care as needed. * Assist with fracture care including reductions when appropriate. Surgical Responsibilities* Assist orthopedic surgeons in the operating room. * Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care. * Assist in surgical procedures including multilayer tissue closure and wound closure techniques. * Write appropriate perioperative orders and manage postoperative care plans. Care Coordination and Clinical Operations* Coordinate patient care activities with physicians, nurses, and clinic support staff. * Support efficient clinic flow and patient access. * Communicate patient status and clinical findings to supervising physicians when appropriate. * Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and clinical quality standards. Documentation and Systems* Maintain accurate medical records and documentation within the electronic health record. * Become proficient in Epic and serve as a resource to other clinical staff when appropriate. Academic, Research, and Program Support* Participate in departmental educational activities including academic conferences and journal clubs. * Assist in training and supervision of medical students, residents, fellows, and APP students. * Participate in educational programs and outreach events as appropriate. * Assist with clinical research projects as appropriate. * Assist with development of patient education materials and clinical protocols. * Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. * The scope of the role may expand as the APP develops increased clinical experience and independence. |
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
paid time off, sick time
Apr 24, 2026