Senior Instructor

University of Colorado; Aurora; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious medical campus in Aurora is seeking a Senior Instructor for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant role in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The position encompasses responsibilities in high-risk prenatal and postpartum care, alongside clinical services. Candidates must be licensed and have clinical experience in Obstetrical/Gynecological care. Competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Medical and dental multiple plan options

Generous paid time off

Tuition benefit

Qualifications

• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure.
• Prescriptive authority is required.
• One or more years’ clinical experience as an NP in Obstetrical/Gynecological care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-risk prenatal care and postpartum care.
• Participate in departmental meetings and research.
• Assist with patient access to the outpatient network.

Skills

Clinical experience in Obstetrical/Gynecological care

Bilingual skills

High-risk prenatal care

Education

MSN from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing or midwifery

Job description

Overview

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology; Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine

Job Title: Senior Instructor

Position #00781436 – Requisition #37726

Job Summary:

We have a full-time faculty position (.5 - 1.0 FTE), at the rank of Senior Instructor, for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). This position resides in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, division of Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM), in the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado at Anschutz.

This Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will join our expanding clinical perinatal program and network within the metro Denver area and across the state with teaching responsibilities and research options as desired.

This practice provides comprehensive MFM activities via inpatient, outpatient, telehealth consultative services, and remote ultrasound interpretation. This position will provide outpatient clinical services in partnership with the Maternal Fetal Medicine MDs.

Responsibilities

• High Risk Prenatal Care
• Post Partum Care
• Diabetes management during pregnancy
• Birth Control
• Interpretation of non-stress tests and biophysical profiles

Administrative functions

• Assist with facilitating patient access into our outpatient network of care.
• Participate in departmental meetings.
• Participate in research, as desired, including accessing the departmental database.
• Track clinical metrics pertaining to UCH AOP MFM services

Work Location

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

Why Join Us

Be part of a team of internationally recognized and highly collaborative Maternal, Fetal, and Multidisciplinary care providers, in a program offering more adult and pediatric subspecialties than any other program in the Rocky Mountain region.

Working at the University of Colorado will allow you to immerse yourself in the Colorado lifestyle and all it has to offer. Whether you like a vibrant city atmosphere, enjoy a breathtaking hike in solitude, or have a love for mountains or skiing, Denver is the right place for you. Living here, you will quickly discover what makes Colorado a popular destination.

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Nurse Practitioner

• MSN required from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure by a national professional organization.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Colorado
• Admission to the Advanced Practice Registry of the Colorado Board of Nursing
• Prescriptive authority required.
• One (1) or more years’ clinical experience in practice as an NP in Obstetrical/Gynecological care
• Candidates may be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.

Physician Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Colorado
• Prescriptive authority
• One (1) or more years of experience in practice as a PA in Obstetrical/Gynecological care
• Candidates may be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.

Certified Nurse-Midwife

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing or midwifery

Active AMCB certification

• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Colorado
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Colorado
• Prescriptive authority required.
• Must have Colorado licensures registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies by date of hire.
• One (1) or more years’ clinical experience in practice as a CNM in Obstetrical/Gynecological care

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) or more years of experience working in Maternal Fetal Medicine.

Bilingual skills.

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 cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Alexandra Rayes Amaya, [e-mail]

Screening

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 26th, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range for this position has been established as $109,428 – $145,724 based a 1.0 FTE. Salary will be determined by FTE and years of experience.

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: cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 and Background Checks

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 [e-mail].

Background Check Statement: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus conducts background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination

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. If you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.