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Last updated: June 3, 2026
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· Contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven team focused on innovation, quality, and compassionate care
Clinical Care Responsibilities
· Provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to Veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders with TBI and co-occurring psychological health conditions
· Develop, manage and implement individualized treatment plans addressing:
o Neurological symptoms (e.g., headaches, vestibular dysfunction, sleep disorders)
o Cognitive and behavioral symptoms
o Psychiatric conditions related to emotional and operational trauma
o Oversee and collaborate with specialty services as needed
o Communicate and coordinate care with referring providers
o Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) rounds
o Clinical Decision Team conferences
o Discharge Care Conferences (DCC) and debriefs
· Participate in clinical decision-making regarding additional evaluations, including sleep consultations/studies, neuroimaging, and medical workups
Clinical Administration & Program Support
Lead crisis management and urgent medical evaluations (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, chest pain, stroke-like symptoms, substance withdrawal, severe migraine)
Support the Behavioral Health team with management of trauma-informed care, including discussions related to suicidal and homicidal ideation
Responsible for building and sustaining collaborative relationships with:
CU Anschutz campus and departments
UCHealth
Avalon Action Alliance
Other institutional and community partners
Quality improvement initiatives
Clinical management programs
Accreditation and compliance standards
Assist with program analytics, quality metrics, and development of value-based and risk-based care models
· Assist with development and implementation of strategic goals related to quality improvement, management programs, and accreditation standards
Education & Research
Participate in educational programming, lectures, and training sessions within MIBH
Support educational initiatives for the University of Colorado, community partners, and the Avalon Action Alliance
Support ongoing clinical research and scholarly activity at MIBH
Engage with and support the needs of the Nurse Practitioner’s faculty home department
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver, Colorado area.
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%25 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: 11/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 CU Advantage
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.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Nurse Practitioner degree from an accredited institution with specialization in:
Family Medicine
Internal Medicine
Neurology
Physiatry
Psychiatry
Emergency
Current Colorado NP license
National certification by the appropriate American certifying body
Minimum of 5 years of post-training clinical experience
Experience working in interdisciplinary team-based settings
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with military populations, Veterans, and/or first responders, with demonstrated cultural competence
Demonstrated experience in Traumatic Brain Injury care
Neurology
Brain Injury Medicine
Sleep Medicine
Vestibular Disorders
Mental Health
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
Knowledge of managed healthcare systems, quality assurance, patient safety, and risk management
Strong organizational, management, and interpersonal skills
Exceptional teamwork and collaboration abilities
Problem-solving and initiative execution skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
Ability to foster a supportive, psychologically safe team environment
Thorough understanding of patient privacy and Protected Health Information (PHI)
Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all interactions
Positive, engaged, and compassionate approach to care
Strong empathy for individuals with chronic and complex conditions
Excellent documentation practices and attention to quality
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. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu
Immediately and continues until June 30th, 2026
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Senior Instructor
The salary range for this position has been established at $115,00-125,000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
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.
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.
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.
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.
