Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic - $100,588 to $143,769 per year in Colorado

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Pay Information

$100,588 to $143,769 per year

About The Position

A high-priority permanent opening is available for a Physician Assistant (PA) in Cardiothoracic Surgery in beautiful Colorado Springs, CO. This is a full-time role with a leading surgical team that offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, and excellent benefits. The position provides the opportunity to work with advanced cardiac procedures, endoscopic vein harvesting, and first-assist responsibilities in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities

Provide expert perioperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients.

First assist in complex cardiac surgeries, including endoscopic vein harvesting.

Manage ICU and cardiovascular surgical patients, including rounding and evaluation.

Rotate through operating room coverage Monday–Friday.

Conduct outpatient clinic visits (2 full-day clinics weekly plus additional as needed).

Collaborate closely with surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and multidisciplinary staff.

Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic and laboratory tests.

Prescribe medications and develop patient care plans.

Perform bedside procedures and ensure accurate clinical documentation.

Participate in shared 1 : 4–1 : 5 weekday and weekend call (NP covers overnight).

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Job Requirements

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies – required.

PA-C certification (NCCPA) – required.

3+ years of experience in cardiac / cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management (or with vein harvesting & first-assisting).

Unrestricted DEA license with full prescriptive authority.

BLS certification (AHA / Red Cross) – required.

Eligible for Colorado state license and unrestricted medical staff membership.

Must be eligible for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.

Clean malpractice record strongly preferred.

Working Hours

Full-time, daytime schedule (exact hours to be confirmed).

Call : 1 : 4–1 : 5 weekday and weekend call rotation; in-house NP covers 8 : 30pm–6 : 30am.

No locums or locums-to-perm options – permanent hire only.

Skills

Strong perioperative and ICU patient management skills.

Proficiency in endoscopic vein harvesting and surgical first-assist techniques.

Ability to work independently under physician supervision.

Strong communication and teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary setting.

Flexibility, adaptability, and problem-solving ability.

Benefits

Salary : $100,588 – $143,769 annually (commensurate with experience).

Quality and productivity bonus potential.

Relocation bonus available for eligible candidates.

Paid malpractice insurance.

Generous CME allowance and paid time off.

403(b) retirement plan with employer match + optional 457(b) plan.

Comprehensive benefits : medical, vision, dental, life, disability.

Paid family and medical leave (Colorado FAMLI).

Tuition reimbursement and educational benefits.

Additional perks : wellness programs, pet insurance, identity theft protection, employee discounts.

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