Adjoint Instructor

Job Summary:

This position will provide direct clinical services to patients, and those involved in their care, who are facing serious illness, through consultative visits and telephonic outreach that facilitates advance care planning discussions and offers information/education regarding their illness trajectory and treatment options. Interventions will be delivered via telehealth to patients in a variety of care settings, including sub-acute rehab facilities and the home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide information and education regarding illness progression and treatment options in collaboration with patient medical providers.
• Support patients, and whomever they define as family, articulate health care goals, and provide information and referrals for emotional/spiritual resources as needed.
• Advocate for goal-concordant treatment and care for patients and facilitate advance care planning.
• Connect patients and families with hospice or other palliative care programs (if appropriate).
• Manage, organize, and update relevant data using database applications.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary care team members.
• Participate in Quality Improvement projects.

Work Location:

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $757 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Adjoint Instructor:

• Need to have a Colorado Social Worker License

• 3 Years of experience as a social worker

How to Apply:

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

1.     Curriculum vitae / Resume

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

Questions should be directed to: Lauren Sutherland lauren.sutherland@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 7, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$1,747 per patient 

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.

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.