Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Surgical ICU

UCHealth; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the Surgical ICU. This role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have critical care experience and a commitment to excellence. Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package while working in beautiful Colorado Springs.

Benefits

Relocation support

Paid malpractice

Generous CME allowance

403(b) with employer matching

Exceptional health and welfare benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Education benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Critical Care preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Trauma/Acute Care Surgery team.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary inpatient rounding.

Skills

Critical Care

Patient Care

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Surgical ICU

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Base pay range

$104,416.00/yr - $149,136.00/yr

Description

At UCHealth, our mission is simple - to improve lives. That starts with you. We improve lives through fresh ideas, innovative approaches, and an unwavering commitment to world-class care.

UCHealth Medical Group and the UCHealth Surgical ICU department are ready to welcome a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to their team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, interested in working full-time, and focused on excellent patient care. At UCHealth, we believe each person is extraordinary, and together, we make extraordinary possible.

Position Details

• This position is a part of the growing Surgical ICU team. You will work closely with the Trauma/Acute Care Surgery team, other surgical sub-specialties, and participate in multi-disciplinary inpatient rounding on the unit.
• Critical Care experience as either a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, including bedside procedures preferred.
• Supports a work-life balance.
• We are a service with full day, weekend, and holiday shift coverage required.
• No call required.
• Our team is a collaborative and cohesive group with great support and a fun place to work.
• Epic EMR is utilized system-wide.

We know how fast the world of healthcare is changing, and we push ourselves to stay ahead of the curve. The UCHealth Medical Group is physician-led and employs nearly 1,600 physicians and advanced practice providers who aim to anticipate and address patients' every health need. We call on physicians in every career stage and specialty to lead and provide direction for the future of healthcare at UCHealth. Apply today. This position will be open for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until a top candidate is identified.

We are unable to support visa candidates for this position.

Requirements For Physician Assistants

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
• Unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado.
• Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) issued by the NCCPA is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment
• Unrestricted DEA permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice.
• Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
• Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusion from HHS/OIG or GSA's List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs.
• Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges.
• Prescriptive authority as appropriate, per medical staff service privileging process.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Requirements For Nurse Practitioners

• Master's degree in Nursing and graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Nurse Practitioner Certification issued by the ANCC or AANPCB is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State Board of Nursing or multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact privileges
• Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges
• Full prescriptive authority
• Unrestricted DEA permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice.
• Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
• Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusion from HHS/OIG or GSA's List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross

Exceptional Benefits

This position offers a competitive compensation package:

• The pay range for this full-time position is $104,416 - $149,136 annually. Pay is dependent on relevant experience. A productivity incentive may be offered.
• Relocation support may be offered.
• Paid malpractice.
• Generous continuing medical education (CME) allowance.
• 403(b) with employer matching; 457(b) voluntary option if eligible.
• Exceptional health and welfare benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability coverage including for dependents.
• Wellness benefits.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as FSA, HSA, identity theft protection, pet insurance, employee discounts.
• Paid time off (PTO), family and medical leave, leaves of absence; PTO starts at employment.
• Education benefits, including potential for 100% tuition, books, and fees paid by UCHealth for specific degrees; other programs up to $5,250 annually.

About UCHealth

UCHealth is a nonprofit health system delivering high-quality care with an excellent patient experience. It includes 33,000 employees, 14 hospitals, and hundreds of physicians across Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska. With the University of Colorado Hospital as its academic anchor, UCHealth is dedicated to advancing medicine through innovative treatments and clinical trials, improving health in the region.

UCHealth values talent, integrity, drive, and curiosity, supporting growth and meaningful careers. The Office of Advanced Practice actively promotes APP practice and development, fostering community and leadership opportunities.

UCHealth is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

About Colorado Springs, Colorado

Located at Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs offers outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and a rich heritage. Home to military installations and the U.S. Olympic Committee, it features a moderate cost of living, temperate climate, and over 247 days of sunshine annually.