Job Opportunity - Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery - Colorado

Start Date: Not specified
Location: Southern Colorado Region
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Housing/Travel: Lodging recommendations available; to qualified applicants
Schedule: Full-time position with operating room coverage Monday through Friday; 2 full-day clinics weekly; rotating call schedule 1:4-5 weekdays and 1:4-5 weekends (in-house NP manages overnight call 8:30pm to 6:30am)

Highlights:

• Join a cutting-edge cardiac surgery team focused on extraordinary patient care
• Assist in complex cardiac surgeries including endoscopic vein harvesting using advanced Maquet-Getinge system
• Comprehensive perioperative care including ICU management, CVICU rounding, floor evaluations, and clinic visits
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment working alongside surgeons, physicians, and intensivists
• Generous CME allowance, tuition reimbursement, and paid degree programs for ongoing professional development
• Comprehensive benefits including retirement matching, relocation bonus eligibility, and quality/productivity bonus potential

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies
• PA-C certification by NCCPA
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management
• Experience with endoscopic vein harvesting and first assisting in surgical procedures
• Current Colorado state licensure or ability to obtain
• Unrestricted DEA license with full prescriptive authority
• BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• Eligible for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursable services
• Most recent NPDB Self Query Report (within 30 days)
• No current or prior sanctions from HHS/OIG or GSA exclusion lists

Why It's a Fit:
This permanent, full-time opportunity offers the chance to practice at the forefront of cardiac surgery with advanced technology and a patient-first philosophy. You'll enjoy clinical autonomy under physician supervision while working within a collegial team environment that values expert judgment, flexibility, and collaborative problem-solving. The role provides exceptional work-life balance with structured call coverage and comprehensive benefits supporting both your professional growth and personal well-being.