Locum tenens role
PA - Surgery-General
Assignment snapshot
Organization
University Colo Health Memorial Hospital Central
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Specialty
Surgery-General
Shift
Days
Employment type
Full-time
Start date
Apr 13, 2026
Duration
13 weeks
Openings
1
Job details
Full assignment description
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.
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