Perm Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Colorado Springs, CO Why apply?Join a leading medical team in stunning Colorado Springs, offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a full-time schedule. Be part of a state-of-the-art cardiac surgery program with excellent growth opportunities, a supportive team, and an immediate start date.
Quick Facts: - Location: Colorado Springs, CO
- Start Date: 04/28/2026
- Duration: Permanent
- Shift: Varies (Operating Room and ICU coverage)
- Hours/Week: Full-time (40+ hours)
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- License/Certs: Colorado PA License, BLS/ACLS Certification
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU management
Pay & Benefits: - Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00 (Note: To be discussed upon application)
- Competitive salary range: $100,588 to $143,769 annually (equivalent)
- Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Generous CME allowance and continuing education benefits
- Retirement plans with employer matching
- Paid time off from start, including family and medical leave (Colorado FAMLI)
- Additional voluntary benefits like pet insurance and employee discounts
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable
What You ll Do: - Provide expert perioperative care to cardiothoracic surgery patients
- Assist in complex cardiac procedures, including vein harvesting and surgical assistive tasks
- Manage ICU and surgical patient care, including rounding and evaluations
- Participate in clinics and operating room coverage, Monday through Friday
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, physicians, and healthcare professionals
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and labs
- Develop and execute comprehensive care and follow-up plans
- Prescribe and manage medications per policy
- Perform bedside procedures appropriate for adult cardiac patients
- Ensure accurate, thorough clinical documentation
- Operate independently under physician supervision, demonstrating strong clinical judgment
- Complete ongoing CME to maintain and enhance skills
What You Need: - Valid Colorado Physician Assistant license and certifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU management
- Strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
About the Assignment:Join a cutting-edge cardiothoracic surgery team at a leading facility in Colorado Springs, delivering specialized perioperative care for complex cardiac patients. This full-time role involves assisting in surgeries, ICU patient management, and outpatient clinics in a collaborative, high-quality environment focused on exceptional patient outcomes.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply 
