PA / Physician Assistant / Colorado / Locum or Permanent / Perm - Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Colorado Springs, CO Job

This full-time role involves assisting in surgeries, ICU patient management, and outpatient clinics in a collaborative, high-quality environment focused on exceptional patient outcomes. Join a cutting-edge cardiothoracic surgery team at a leading facility in Colorado Springs, delivering specialized perioperative care for complex cardiac patients.

Perm Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Colorado Springs, CO

Why apply?
Join a leading medical team in stunning Colorado Springs, offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a full-time schedule. Be part of a state-of-the-art cardiac surgery program with excellent growth opportunities, a supportive team, and an immediate start date.

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Quick Facts:

• Location: Colorado Springs, CO
• Start Date: 04/28/2026
• Duration: Permanent
• Shift: Varies (Operating Room and ICU coverage)
• Hours/Week: Full-time (40+ hours)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• License/Certs: Colorado PA License, BLS/ACLS Certification
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU management

Pay & Benefits:

• Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00 (Note: To be discussed upon application)
• Competitive salary range: $100,588 to $143,769 annually (equivalent)
• Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (W-2)
• Robust referral bonus program
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous CME allowance and continuing education benefits
• Retirement plans with employer matching
• Paid time off from start, including family and medical leave (Colorado FAMLI)
• Additional voluntary benefits like pet insurance and employee discounts
• Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable

What You’ll Do:

• Provide expert perioperative care to cardiothoracic surgery patients
• Assist in complex cardiac procedures, including vein harvesting and surgical assistive tasks
• Manage ICU and surgical patient care, including rounding and evaluations
• Participate in clinics and operating room coverage, Monday through Friday
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, physicians, and healthcare professionals
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and labs
• Develop and execute comprehensive care and follow-up plans
• Prescribe and manage medications per policy
• Perform bedside procedures appropriate for adult cardiac patients
• Ensure accurate, thorough clinical documentation
• Operate independently under physician supervision, demonstrating strong clinical judgment
• Complete ongoing CME to maintain and enhance skills

What You Need:

• Valid Colorado Physician Assistant license and certifications
• Minimum 3 years of experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU management
• Strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment

About the Assignment:
Join a cutting-edge cardiothoracic surgery team at a leading facility in Colorado Springs, delivering specialized perioperative care for complex cardiac patients. This full-time role involves assisting in surgeries, ICU patient management, and outpatient clinics in a collaborative, high-quality environment focused on exceptional patient outcomes.

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