Faculty Fellow, Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship Common Application

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado's Advanced Practice Fellowship (APF) Programs are 12-month post-graduate fellowship programs dedicated to enhancing the development of early-career Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (ACNPs) and Physician Associates (PAs) or for more experienced clinicians transitioning from a different specialty. Recognizing that ACNPs and PAs are increasingly utilized in all phases of healthcare, our program's mission is to provide the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for a provider to succeed in the challenging world of surgery and medicine. Since these are rigorous and lengthy fellowship programs, the best candidates are those who truly want to spend an additional 12 months in training.

Due to overlapping interest for some candidates, our application is a shared application with the following fellowship tracks: Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, Medical Critical Care, and Hospital Medicine. The application will ask you to indicate and rank areas of interest, and it is possible you will be invited to interview with multiple fellowship tracks based on your selections.

More Information can be found:

* Hospital Med - Advanced Practice Fellowship in Hospital Medicine | CU Anschutz

* MICU - APP Medical Critical Care Fellowship

* Surgery & Surgery Critical Care - APP Fellowship Program

Our cohort start dates are April 1st and September 1st. Your application will be accepted for a specific cohort and start date only. Applying does NOT make you eligible for BOTH cohorts. Any changes to application or interview timelines will be reflected on the website.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients across inpatient medicine/critical care/surgical settings under the supervision of attending physicians and advanced practice providers while progressively developing clinical autonomy.
• Actively participate in all required clinical rotations, educational conferences, simulation activities, and didactic sessions designed to develop specialty-specific knowledge, procedural skills, and clinical decision-making.
• Function as an integral member of multidisciplinary healthcare teams, communicating effectively with physicians, APPs, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Seek and incorporate feedback from faculty and preceptors, complete self-directed learning activities, maintain required certifications, and demonstrate ongoing professional development throughout the fellowship year.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, research, or scholarly projects that support clinical excellence and advance the role of advanced practice providers within the healthcare system.

Work Location:

On site but varies based on program - see individual program's websites for details

Why Join Us:

The CU Anschutz School of Medicine offers comprehensive, lifelong, interdisciplinary learning for health care professionals. With state-of-the art laboratories for discovery and innovation, a commitment to decreasing health disparities and increasing health equity, and faculty who provide world-class clinical care, the CU Anschutz School of Medicine is transforming the health care landscape.

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
• Tax deferred annuity savings option plans (401k, 403B, 457)
• 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:

Applicants are expected to meet all minimum qualifications prior to the credentialing process.

* Must be an ACNP or PA

* For ACNPs, must be a credentialed ACNP prior to cohort start date

* For ACNPs and PAs: Must be nationally certified and certification exam results must be provided 60 days prior to start date (strict deadline)

Preferred Qualifications:

* Exposure to complex patient populations

* Experience in acute care, critical care, emergency, inpatient, or specialty settings

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Evidence-based clinical practice and current treatment guidelines

* Disease pathophysiology and pharmacology

* Patient safety and quality improvement principles

* Healthcare regulations, ethics, and scope-of-practice standards

* Interprofessional care models and care coordination

* Comprehensive patient assessment and diagnostic reasoning

* Clinical decision-making under supervision and increasing autonomy

* Procedural skills relevant to the specialty

* Electronic health record (EHR) documentation

* Patient education and counseling

* Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams

* Time management and prioritization in fast-paced clinical settings

* Ability to learn quickly and incorporate feedback

* Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

* Ability to manage complex patient cases with sound judgment

* Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations

* Ability to demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and ethical decision-making

* Ability to adapt to evolving clinical environments and technologies

* Ability to engage in lifelong learning and continuous improvement

How to Apply:

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

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae

2. Personal Statement- Tell us why you are interested in this fellowship

3. Special Experience - Tell us why you're interested in the specialties you selected

4. Unofficial Transcript

5. 3 Letters of Recommendation

a. At least one from a preceptor you've worked with a lot

b. Try to make them relevant to the fellowships you're interested in

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

Questions should be directed to: Makeedra Keith at Makeedra.Keith@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

The screening of applications will begin after the application deadline of July 1, 2026-September 30, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary for the entirety of the twelve-month fellowship is: $77,174.

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

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 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.