Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Trauma (Nights)

77 consultants; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical staffing agency is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant for Trauma and Acute Care Surgery in Loveland, Colorado. This full-time night position requires applicants to manage emergency patients during 12-hour shifts and work independently as well as in a team. Candidates must have at least two years of relevant experience, a Master’s degree, and valid NCCPA certification, along with a Colorado medical license. Strong organizational abilities and a commitment to quality patient care are essential.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in trauma surgery or completion of a surgical fellowship.
• NCCPA certified and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in Colorado.
• Clean record for malpractice and no sanctions from health agencies.
• Unrestricted Colorado Physician Assistant license to practice in Colorado.
• Eligible for DEA and Medicare/Medicaid provider status.
• No sanctions from health agencies.
• BLS certification (no exceptions).

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma and surgical care during night shifts.
• Manage patients needing emergency surgery and perform evaluations.
• Help trauma surgeons and keep patient records in the Epic system.
• Help trauma surgeons with medical procedures and support during operations.
• Work well with a team of healthcare professionals.
• Keep all patient records updated in the Epic electronic health system.
• Work independently and manage many tasks at the same time.
• Help improve the quality and safety of care for our patients.

Skills

Trauma care

Patient evaluations

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Opportunity: Physician Assistant for Trauma and Acute Care Surgery

We are looking for a skilled Physician Assistant to join our Trauma and Acute Care Surgery team. This is a full‑time night position where you will help provide important medical care during the night at one of Colorado’s top hospitals.

Shift (s) Description

12‑hour overnight shifts, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM.

Job Duties

• Provide trauma and surgical care during night shifts.
• Manage patients who have been injured or need emergency surgery.
• Perform patient evaluations, create care plans, and read diagnostic tests.
• Help trauma surgeons with medical procedures and support during operations.
• Work well with a team of healthcare professionals.
• Keep all patient records updated in the Epic electronic health system.
• Work independently and manage many tasks at the same time.
• Help improve the quality and safety of care for our patients.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in trauma surgery or completion of a surgical fellowship (no new graduates).
• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program.
• NCCPA certified (no exceptions).
• Unrestricted Physician Assistant license to practice in Colorado.
• Eligible for DEA and Medicare/Medicaid provider status.
• Clean record for malpractice and licenses preferred.
• No sanctions from health agencies.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (no exceptions).

Experience

At least 2 years in trauma surgery preferred, or completion of a surgical fellowship is highly preferred.

Certifications Needed

• BLS
• NCCPA Certification
• Colorado Physician Assistant License

If you meet these qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, we would love to hear from you!