Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology APP Instructor
Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Aurora
Posted on: June 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Faculty Description University of Colorado Anschutz Medical
Campus
Department: Department of Neurology, Multiple Sclerosis and
Neuroimmunology Section
Job Title: Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology APP
Instructor
Position #00835543: - Requisition #36955:
Job Summary:
The has an ongoing need for Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse
Practitioners or Physician Assistants) with strong values and
unique skills for several of our specialties. This position will
provide both acute and chronic direct care to Neurologic patients
with our Neuro-Immunology section. This is an outpatient position,
providing direct patient care to our patients with
neuro-immunologic disease and engages closely with colleagues
across the Department of Neurology, University of Colorado Hospital
(UCH), and other satellite locations. Successful candidates will
have a proven record of accomplishment in supporting the needs of
patients, developing differential diagnoses, and prescribing
treatments in collaboration with leading specialty providers. We
are seeking individuals who are collaborative, communicative,
proactive, caring, detail-oriented, organized, able to think
critically, focused on quality, and dedicated to personal
growth.
Specialty
Our providers, which consist of physicians, fellows, and APPs, see
patients with multiple sclerosis, neuromyelits optica spectrum
disorder, and other autoimmune and neuroinflammatory conditions,
such as autoimmune encephalitis, stiff person syndrome and
neurosarcoidosis primarily in an outpatient setting. The successful
applicant will see and manage patients in conjunction with their
physician partners, using both in-person and telehealth meetings.
They will also help manage activities outside patient encounters
including monitoring safety labs for various immune therapies,
review of MRI scans, and managing inbox activity of patient
requests in the electronic medical record application, Epic. They
also will help manage baclofen pump adjustments and refills.
Examples of Work Performed
Screen, evaluate, diagnose, manage medications, and provide disease
counseling
Acute and chronic outpatient care of patients with neurological
disease including symptomatic therapy, disease-modifying therapy,
and health maintenance care
Serve as first contact for clinician level patient
communications
Engage in collaborative team-based care to make informed decisions
for patient care
Support and engage in continual learning and development among
nursing staff, physician assistants, pharmacy staff, medical
students, and neurology residents
Periodic educational presentation of lectures to patients and
others
This description is a summary only and the general level of work
being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties
of this position may change from time to time and/or based on
business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and
responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring
authority.
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us:
The MS/NI section of the Department of Neurology at the University
of Colorado is comprised of seven MS and Neuroimmunology doctors
(four fellowship-trained adult and one pediatric MS doctors, one
neuro-ophthalmologist, and two autoimmune-trained physicians,), two
Adult Nurse Practitioners, three RNs and a host of associate staff.
We provide clinical care at four sites in Denver and the
surrounding region, with the bulk of patients seen at the
University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, CO This year, we will
complete over 10,000 patient visits for multiple sclerosis and
related neuroimmunological conditions. We provide state-of-the-art
care and partner with dedicated experts in numerous related fields
including neuro-ophthalmology, neuro-radiology, neuro-urology,
physical therapy, neuro-otology, neurosurgery, neuropsychology,
palliative care, and many others. Through an affiliation with a
longstanding patient advocacy organization, the Rocky Mountain
Multiple Sclerosis Center (RMMSC), we offer local, regional,
national, and international education for patients, their families,
and their providers (through professional education). The
relationship between the MS/NI section at the University of
Colorado School of Medicine, the University of Colorado Hospital,
and the RMMSC is referred to as the Rocky Mountain MS Center at the
University of Colorado. The RMMSC provides additional services
including an adult day program, social work, and adaptive exercise
classes.
Our team engages in a wide variety of educational activities which
include mentoring junior faculty, graduate, medical, and
post-doctoral students, and neurology residents; and providing
Continuing Medical Education (CME) events for local primary care
physicians and neurologists. We presently participate in the
education of fellows in three interlacing fellowships, including
adult and pediatric MS/Neuroimmunology (1-2 per year),
Neuro-Infectious Disease and Autoimmune Neurology Fellowship (1-2
per year). We have trained 20 fellows, many of whom have continued
with their academic careers. The successful applicant will also
participate in our professional and patient/family education
programs, which are supported and organized through the community
based non-profit organization, RMMSC. This includes a novel,
multi-year rural provider education program throughout the mountain
region.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class
medical destination at the forefront of transformative science,
medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the
University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60
centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent
hospitals - and - that treat more than two million adult and
pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly
collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional
training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $910
million in research grants. For more information, visit .
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 .
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
Instructor
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Degree
License to practice in Colorado or ability to obtain a license to
practice in Colorado
Experience and desire to work with patients with chronic, and
sometimes severe illness
Preferred Qualifications:
Significant experience working with neurological patients and/or
experience in management of chronic diseases in a subspecialty
environment
Background in neuroscience
Experience working in a primary care medicine setting
Experience completing documentation and performing tasks routinely
assigned in hospital settings using hospital record systems (e.g.,
Epic and Oncore)
Knowledge of University of Colorado Health Hospitals
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability
to work independently and within diverse team structures
Being respectful of patient rights and putting patient safety
first,
Building patient rapport
A positive, motivated, engaged, and caring attitude
Great attention to detail and quality
Ability to work with colleagues and patients in a confidential and
professional manner
Follow best practices in research (ICH guidelines, GCP, FDA
guidelines)
Good documentation practices
Dedication to professional development and life-long learning
Experience with web-based tracking systems and Microsoft Office
suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access)
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. Three-Five professional references including name, address,
phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at .
Questions should be directed to: Neurology HR at
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
preference will be given to complete applications received by
August 1, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not
be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as HIRING RANGE:
Instructor: $100,000 to $115,000
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:
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 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 .
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 . 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
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Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of
References Job Category: Faculty Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20244 -
SOM-NEUR GENERAL OPERATIONS Schedule: Full-time Posting Date: May
30, 2025 Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Neurology HR
Posting Contact Email: neurology-hr@cuanschutz.edu Position Number:
00835543
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