Job Description
Physician Assistant (PA) – 56206787
Physician Assistant (PA)
Location:
Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs is a vibrant city nestled at the base of Pikes Peak, offering stunning Rocky Mountain scenery and an exceptional outdoor lifestyle. With a thriving healthcare community, world-class recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life, it is an ideal destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and personal fulfillment.
Facility:
This is a leading regional medical center in Colorado Springs that is part of a well-respected, integrated health system known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. The facility features a cutting-edge cardiac surgery program supported by a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and healthcare professionals dedicated to extraordinary patient outcomes.
Opportunity:
Physician Assistant (PA) – Surgery – Cardiothoracic
Job Details:
- Provide expert perioperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients with a patient-first approach
- Assist in complex cardiac surgeries, including endoscopic vein harvesting using the Maquet-Getinge system and first assisting in surgical procedures
- Manage ICU and cardiovascular surgical patient care, including rounding and evaluation of CVICU, floor, and clinic patients
- Participate in 2 full-day clinics weekly and see additional patients as needed on other days
- Rotate through operating room coverage Monday through Friday
- Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and healthcare professionals in a collegial, multidisciplinary environment
- Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Develop and implement detailed plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic outcomes
- Order medications and write prescriptions per policy and regulations
- Perform bedside procedures appropriate for the patient population
- Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Demonstrate expert clinical judgment and operate independently under physician supervision
- Complete ongoing CME to maintain and enhance clinical skills
- Work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic clinical setting
- On-call schedule of 1:4-5 weekday call and 1:4-5 weekend call; in-house NP manages call from 8:30pm to 6:30am
- Rotating weekend call schedule
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management required
- Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies required
- PA-C certification by NCCPA required
- Active Colorado state license required
- BLS certification (AHA), DEA, and NCCPA certifications required
- Full prescriptive authority and unrestricted DEA license required
Compensation:
- Employed salary with benefits
- Quality and productivity bonus potential
- Relocation bonus available for eligible candidates
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Generous CME allowance for continuing education
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions and optional 457(b) plan
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
- Wellness programs and flexible spending accounts
- Health Savings Account option
- Paid time off (PTO) from start date, plus paid family and medical leave
- Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid degrees
Physician Assistant (PA)
Job Type
Permanent
Specialty
Surgery – Cardiothoracic
State
Location
– Colorado Springs, CO
Location:
Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs is a vibrant city nestled at the base of Pikes Peak, offering stunning Rocky Mountain scenery and an exceptional outdoor lifestyle. With a thriving healthcare community, world-class recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life, it is an ideal destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and personal fulfillment.
Facility:
This is a leading regional medical center in Colorado Springs that is part of a well-respected, integrated health system known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. The facility features a cutting-edge cardiac surgery program supported by a collaborative, multidisciplinary team of surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and healthcare professionals dedicated to extraordinary patient outcomes.
Opportunity:
Physician Assistant (PA) – Surgery – Cardiothoracic
Job Details:
- Provide expert perioperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients with a patient-first approach
- Assist in complex cardiac surgeries, including endoscopic vein harvesting using the Maquet-Getinge system and first assisting in surgical procedures
- Manage ICU and cardiovascular surgical patient care, including rounding and evaluation of CVICU, floor, and clinic patients
- Participate in 2 full-day clinics weekly and see additional patients as needed on other days
- Rotate through operating room coverage Monday through Friday
- Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and healthcare professionals in a collegial, multidisciplinary environment
- Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Develop and implement detailed plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic outcomes
- Order medications and write prescriptions per policy and regulations
- Perform bedside procedures appropriate for the patient population
- Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Demonstrate expert clinical judgment and operate independently under physician supervision
- Complete ongoing CME to maintain and enhance clinical skills
- Work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic clinical setting
- On-call schedule of 1:4-5 weekday call and 1:4-5 weekend call; in-house NP manages call from 8:30pm to 6:30am
- Rotating weekend call schedule
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management required
- Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies required
- PA-C certification by NCCPA required
- Active Colorado state license required
- BLS certification (AHA), DEA, and NCCPA certifications required
- Full prescriptive authority and unrestricted DEA license required
Compensation:
- Employed salary with benefits
- Quality and productivity bonus potential
- Relocation bonus available for eligible candidates
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Generous CME allowance for continuing education
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions and optional 457(b) plan
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
- Wellness programs and flexible spending accounts
- Health Savings Account option
- Paid time off (PTO) from start date, plus paid family and medical leave
- Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid degrees
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Relocation package, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Weekday work