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Surgical Advanced Practice Fellow
Surgical Advanced Practice Fellow
Surgical Advanced Practice Fellow - 38482 Faculty Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Surgery
Job Title: Surgical Advanced Practice Fellow
Position #: 00805681 - Requisition #:38482
Job Summary:
The Surgical Advanced Practice Fellowship is a unique one-year fellowship program that is dedicated to enhancing the development of early-career Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants who wish to pursue a career in a pediatric surgical specialty. Fellows will be exposed to all facets of pediatric surgical care including rotations in pediatric surgical co-management team, critical care, pediatric surgery, urology, neurosurgery, ENT, orthopedic surgery and more.
As fully credentialed members of the Medical Staff, Fellows will care for pediatric patients at Children's Hospital Colorado with mentorship and oversight from experienced Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and specialty physicians. As members of the University of Colorado faculty, Fellows in this program will also have unique access to educational and research opportunities.
Fully dedicated to caring for kids at all stages of growth, Children's Hospital Colorado is the region's largest pediatric healthcare network and the only dedicated Level 1 trauma center in our seven-state region. We are home to over 450 APPs across all disciplines and care settings.
This Fellowship is designed for APPs who have a strong desire to practice in an academic pediatric surgical setting. This program is designed for APPs who:
- Wishes to have additional pediatric surgical training, enabling a smooth and immediate transition into their surgical career.
- Would like to work in a pediatric surgical specialty, but has not identified a specific area.
- Would like to work in a specific specialty, but has insufficient experience or training within that specialty to be competitive for a position.
Clinical Curriculum
Clinical Rotations
Core: Surgical Co-Management (1 month), Pediatric Critical Care (1 month), Pediatric Surgery (2 months), Neurosurgery (2 month), Orthopedics (2 months), ENT (1 month), Urology (1 month)
2 Electives (1 month each) CT Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Plastic Surgery or repeat core rotation
Didactic
Dedicated APP Fellowship Lecture Series
Patient Simulations
Grand rounds
Clinical Conferences
M&M
Radiology conferences
Competencies
Monthly and Semi-Annual Performance Evaluations
Clinical Skills Exams
Capstone Project
Each fellow will be required to complete a capstone project with the help of a physician or APP mentor. The goal of the project is to introduce and involve the APP in a quality or process improvement initiative, development of a clinical care guideline, or educational initiative. At the end of the year, the fellow will be asked to present his or her work in a conference or poster session.
Fellows who complete the 12-month fellowship will receive a Certificate of Completion from Children's Hospital Colorado/University of Colorado
Learn more about the Program here
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and at Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora, CO
Why Join Us:
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 - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - 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 $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colorado, it is one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse healthcare fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient's bedside.
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:
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Must meet minimum qualifications at time of hire.
Physician Assistant
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
1. Brief Cover Letter
2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Two letters of recommendation (at least one must be from a professional reference)
4. One-page personal statement discussing why the applicant is interested in pediatric surgery and how this fellowship can advance their career
5. PA/ACNP school (electronic transcripts are highly preferred)
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: surgappfellowship@childrenscolorado.org
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until March 20, 2026
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
$78,126
The above salary 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: 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.
Qualifications
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Unofficial transcript(s), Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Job Category
: Faculty Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20324 - SOM-SRG-PEDS Clinical Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Dec 10, 2025 Unposting Date
: Ongoing Posting Contact Email: surgappfellowship@childrenscolorado.org Position Number: 00805681
To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=38482&lang=en
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