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Colorado Springs,CO
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Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery
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:
- 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) plan
- 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
Certification Requirements:
- BLS (AHA)
- DEA
- NCCPA
State License Requirements:
- Colorado
City: Colorado Springs State: CO
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StaffDNA
Colorado Springs,CO
Description
Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery
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:
- 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) plan
- 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
Certification Requirements:
- BLS (AHA)
- DEA
- NCCPA
State License Requirements:
- Colorado
City: Colorado Springs State: CO
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