Surgery - Thoracic Physician Assistant

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Position Type: Full-Time Physician Assistant Surgery (Cardiothoracic)

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant in Cardiothoracic Surgery to join a dynamic, patient-first surgical team. This role offers diverse clinical responsibilities across perioperative, ICU, and clinic settings, with strong multidisciplinary collaboration and professional growth.

• Provide perioperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients.
• First assist in complex cardiac surgeries, including endoscopic vein harvesting (Maquet-Getinge system).
• Manage patient care in CVICU, surgical floor, and clinic.
• Two full-day clinics weekly, with additional patient coverage as needed.
• Operating room coverage Monday Friday.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, intensivists, and allied health professionals.
• Perform bedside procedures, order diagnostics, interpret results, and prescribe medications.
• Maintain accurate documentation and exercise independent judgment under physician supervision.
• Engage in ongoing CME to maintain advanced clinical skills.

• Master s degree in Physician Assistant Studies REQUIRED

• PA-C certification by NCCPA REQUIRED

• 3+ years of experience in cardiac/cardiovascular surgery & ICU management, or experience in EVH and first assisting REQUIRED

• DEA license REQUIRED

• Full prescriptive authority REQUIRED

• Unrestricted medical staff membership & privileges REQUIRED

• BLS (AHA or Red Cross) REQUIRED

• Eligible to bill Medicare/Medicaid REQUIRED
• No sanctions or exclusions with HHS/OIG or GSA REQUIRED

• Visa sponsorship not available

• Full-time inpatient and surgical role.
• Monday Friday OR coverage, with dedicated clinic and ICU responsibilities.
• No locums or locum-to-perm arrangements (permanent only).

• Salary range: $100,588 $143,769 annually (based on experience).
• Quality & productivity bonus potential.
• Relocation bonus available.
• Paid malpractice insurance.
• CME allowance for continuing education.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match + optional 457(b).
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance.
• Wellness programs, FSA, and HSA options.
• Additional voluntary benefits (identity theft protection, pet insurance, discounts).
• PTO from start date, plus paid family & medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI).
• Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid degrees.

Colorado Springs offers a vibrant lifestyle at the base of the Rocky Mountains, with year-round outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and a thriving community. The city combines natural beauty with urban amenities, making it an ideal place to live and work.

If you are a skilled Physician Assistant with cardiothoracic surgical experience seeking a rewarding permanent role, we invite you to apply today!