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NP - Cardiac Surgery job in Colorado Springs CO
Archway Physician Recruitment
Full-time
On-site
Colorado
APP CT Surgery Opening in Colorado Springs, CO
Seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant with a minimum of 3 years' experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management. Join a cutting-edge, full-time surgical team dedicated to delivering extraordinary patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Rotating call: 1:4-5 weekday and weekend call
In-house NP manages call from 8:30 pm to 6:30 am
Key Responsibilities:
Provide expert perioperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients
Assist in complex cardiac surgeries, including endoscopic vein harvesting (Maquet-Getinge system) and first assisting in procedures
Manage ICU, cardiovascular surgical patients, including rounding and evaluation in CVICU, floor, and clinics
Participate in 2 full-day clinics weekly and additional patient visits as needed
Rotate through operating room coverage Monday through Friday
Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals
Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests
Develop and implement detailed care plans and follow-ups
Prescribe medications per policy and regulations
Perform bedside procedures appropriate to the patient population
Maintain accurate clinical documentation
Complete ongoing CME to maintain and enhance clinical skills
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies - REQUIRED
PA-C certification by NCCPA - REQUIRED
Minimum 3+ years cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management experience, including endoscopic vein harvesting and first assisting - REQUIRED
Unrestricted DEA license to prescribe medications - REQUIRED
Full prescriptive authority per medical staff privileging - REQUIRED
Unrestricted medical staff membership with appropriate practice privileges - REQUIRED
BLS certification (AHA or ARC) - REQUIRED
Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid - REQUIRED
No current or prior sanctions/exclusions from HHS/OIG or GSA List - REQUIRED
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary: $100,588 - $143,769 annually, commensurate with experience
Quality and productivity bonus potential
Relocation bonus (if eligible)
Paid malpractice insurance
Generous CME allowance
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and optional 457(b) plan
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (dependent coverage included)
Wellness programs, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection, pet insurance, employee discounts
PTO from start date, paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLIE)
Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid degrees
Seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant with a minimum of 3 years' experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management. Join a cutting-edge, full-time surgical team dedicated to delivering extraordinary patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Rotating call: 1:4-5 weekday and weekend call
In-house NP manages call from 8:30 pm to 6:30 am
Key Responsibilities:
Provide expert perioperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients
Assist in complex cardiac surgeries, including endoscopic vein harvesting (Maquet-Getinge system) and first assisting in procedures
Manage ICU, cardiovascular surgical patients, including rounding and evaluation in CVICU, floor, and clinics
Participate in 2 full-day clinics weekly and additional patient visits as needed
Rotate through operating room coverage Monday through Friday
Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals
Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests
Develop and implement detailed care plans and follow-ups
Prescribe medications per policy and regulations
Perform bedside procedures appropriate to the patient population
Maintain accurate clinical documentation
Complete ongoing CME to maintain and enhance clinical skills
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies - REQUIRED
PA-C certification by NCCPA - REQUIRED
Minimum 3+ years cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management experience, including endoscopic vein harvesting and first assisting - REQUIRED
Unrestricted DEA license to prescribe medications - REQUIRED
Full prescriptive authority per medical staff privileging - REQUIRED
Unrestricted medical staff membership with appropriate practice privileges - REQUIRED
BLS certification (AHA or ARC) - REQUIRED
Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid - REQUIRED
No current or prior sanctions/exclusions from HHS/OIG or GSA List - REQUIRED
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary: $100,588 - $143,769 annually, commensurate with experience
Quality and productivity bonus potential
Relocation bonus (if eligible)
Paid malpractice insurance
Generous CME allowance
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and optional 457(b) plan
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (dependent coverage included)
Wellness programs, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection, pet insurance, employee discounts
PTO from start date, paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLIE)
Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid degrees