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　　We welcome those who naturally gravitate toward our inclusive community that celebrates our differences, our individuality, and our similarities. Here, we are dedicated to putting patients first, excellence and integrity. For those individuals called to join our team, we want you to find more than just a career here. We want you to make extraordinary possible.

　　Our well-established and highly reputable Endocrinology Team is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who possesses empathy, talent, drive, and a "patients first" mentality.

　　• Our ideal candidate will bring a positive and caring personality, is innovative, autonomous as well as a team player and have Endocrinology experience.

　　• This position will be scheduled Monday thru Friday.

　　• No call, no nights, no weekends.

　　• Endocrinology experience preferred.

　　• CDCES preferred but not required

　　• BC-ADM preferred but not required

　　Responsibilities

　　• Conduct comprehensive patient assessment, including medical history, physical examination, and interpretation of diagnostic tests

　　• Collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans

　　• Provide Endocrine specialty care services to adults and seniors

　　• Experience in diabetes care and management required

　　• Document patient encounters and maintain accurate medical records

　　• Strong working knowledge of diabetes pathology, medications, and treatments to include insulin therapy, insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitorsAt UCHealth, we're looking for those who are talented and inspired - those who don't shy away from daily opportunities to improve lives. For those individuals called to join our team, we want you to find more than just a career here. We want you to make extraordinary possible. Apply today.

　　Exceptional BenefitsWe expect you to live a balanced life and enjoy the Colorado lifestyle. Our competitive compensation package includes:

　　• Retirement Package that includes a 403(b) matching account with a 3-year vestment period.

　　• 5-year retention bonus.

　　• Offerings include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability coverage

　　• Competitive time off plan and wellness benefits

　　• Generous continuing medical education (CME) allowance for full and part-time positions

　　The pay range for this position is $51.75 - $71.70 / hour. Pay is dependent on the applicant's relevant experience. UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years' employment.

　　Requirements for Nurse Practitioners• Master's degree in Nursing and graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

　　• Nurse Practitioner Certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or Nurse Practitioner Certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.

　　• Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice or compact privileges under the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact agreement

　　• Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges

　　• Full prescriptive authority

　　• Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice.

　　• Eligible to provide services reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.

　　• Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusion from either the Health and Human Services/Office of Inspectors General (HHS/OIG) or the General Services Administration's (GSA) List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs.

　　• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

　　Requirements for Physician Assistants• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

　　• Unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado.

　　• Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) issued by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment

　　• Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice.

　　• Eligible to provide services reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.

　　• Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusion from either the Health and Human Services/Office of Inspectors General (HHS/OIG) or the General Services Administration's (GSA) List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs.

　　• Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges.

　　• Prescriptive authority as appropriate, per medical staff service privileging process.

　　• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certifications issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

　　Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive, and intellectual curiosity.

　　About UCHealth

　　UCHealth is an innovative, nonprofit health system that delivers the highest quality medical care with an excellent patient experience. UCHealth includes 33,000 employees, 14 acute-care hospitals and hundreds of physicians across Colorado, southern Wyoming and western Nebraska. With University of Colorado Hospital on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus as its academic anchor and the only adult academic medical center in the region, UCHealth is dedicated to providing unmatched patient care in the Rocky Mountain West. Offering more than 150 clinic locations, UCHealth provides extensive community benefits and pushes the boundaries of medicine through advanced treatments and clinical trials, improving health through innovation.

　　Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There are no limits to your potential here.

　　About Colorado Springs, CONestled at the base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs invites the outdoor adventurists to the cultural enthusiast to enjoy vibrant scenic beauty, rugged outdoor adventure, and exceptional opportunities to create lifelong memories. Colorado Springs is proud to be the home of five military installations and the U.S. Olympic Committee. With a population of just over 650,000, Colorado Springs boasts a rich heritage with a wide variety of cultural and urbane sophistication. With a moderate cost of living, temperate climate, and an average of 247 days of sunshine per year, Colorado Springs is the perfect place to call home.

　　UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

　　UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.