New Permanent opening for Cardiothoracic NP/PA in Colorado Springs, CO-up to $143,000 base salary-Asap Start

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New Permanent opening for Cardiothoracic NP/PA in Colorado Springs, CO-up to $143,000 base salary-Asap Start

UCHealth Cardiac Surgery Team in Colorado Springs, Colorado is actively seeking a skilled, motivated Physician Assistant with at least 3 years of cardiac or cardiovascular surgery experience and ICU patient management to join their full-time, cutting-edge surgical team focused on delivering extraordinary patient care.

Job Description:
As a Physician Assistant with UCHealth Cardiac Surgery, you will:

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 with changing organizational climate
Show flexibility, problem-solving ability, teamwork, and a positive cultural fit
NOT DOING ANY LOCUMS OR LOCUMS TO PERM
UCHealth clears names system-wide.
Unable to support visa candidates for this position.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary range: $100,588 to $143,769 annually, commensurate with experience
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) pla

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (dependent coverage included)
Wellness programs and flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Health Savings Account option with HD/HSA medical plans
Additional voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discounts
Paid time off (PTO) from start date, plus paid family and medical leave inclusive of Colorado FAMLI
Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid degrees
Submission Requirements

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies– [REQUIRED] 
PA-C certification by NCCPA – [REQUIRED] 
Minimum 3+ years of experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management or experience with endoscopic vein harvesting and first assisting - [REQUIRED] 
Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license to prescribe medications – [REQUIRED] 
Full prescriptive authority, in accordance with medical staff privileging – [REQUIRED] 
Unrestricted medical staff membership with appropriate practice privileges – [REQUIRED] 
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross – [REQUIRED] 
Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid – [REQUIRED] 
No current or prior sanctions or exclusions from HHS/OIG or the GSA List of Excluded Individuals and Entities – [REQUIRED]
If you would like to apply reach out anytime!

Contact:
Robert Brabbs BSN/RN
Ascend Medical Staffing
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