Dermatology APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Dermatology APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our team!

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Department

Dermatology Physicians

Job Summary

Denver Health has an opportunity for a Dermatology Advanced Care Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Dermatology Clinic. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will provide direct clinical care for patients in the Division of Dermatology. Works in close collaboration and communication with the unit's multidisciplinary team which includes Dermatology physicians and nursing. Involvement in the educational training of future providers as well as participation in academic endeavors and research are also options for interested providers.


Essential Functions:

• Diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the skin, hair, and nails. Monitors and evaluates medical condition of patient in collaboration with physicians when indicated. Refers patient to specialized services as needed. (20%)
• Determines and assesses the health status of patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing physical examinations. (20%)
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic tests; administers and prescribes treatments; performs surgical treatment related to the specialty of Dermatology including skin biopsies, excision of benign and malignant skin lesions, and intralesional injections; operates phototherapy equipment for treatment of photo-responsive skin disorders. (10%)
• Completes required documentation thoroughly and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files and records. (10%)
• Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff. (10%)
• May be assigned to perform lead work and/or involvement in clinical coordination or responsibility for special projects which may encompass protocol development, management planning, scheduling and other administrative tasks as necessary to support practice environment. (10%)
• Attends and participates in administrative staff meetings. Utilizes the principles and practices of effective communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies. (10%)
• Follows established departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards. (10%)

Education:

• Master's Degree Required (NP or PA)

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years related clinical experience Preferred

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
• DEAREG-DEA Registration - DEA - Drug Enforcement Agency Required and
• NP-Nurse Practitioner - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required or
• PA-Physician Assistant - State Medical Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of medical principals and procedures.
• Knowledge of community resources for appropriate procedures.
• Skill in eliciting history from patients, performing physical exams and formulating assessments of and treatment plans for patients.
• Ordering appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis.
• Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications.
• Skill in utilizing the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies.
• Skill in obtaining information from patients, calming and reassuring patients and motivating patients to accept treatments.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public.
• Computer skills required – functionality with the electronic medical record.
• Computer skills preferred – functionality with Office applications.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$131,500.00 - $147,700.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.