Physician Assistant Reconstructive Surgery

Health eCareers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 104,418 - 149,142; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Paid malpractice and CME allowance

Education benefits including tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Colorado Springs is seeking an enthusiastic Physician Assistant to join their Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic. The role offers a full-time schedule with competitive compensation ranging from $104,418 to $149,142 annually based on experience. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies and possess relevant certifications. This position is ideal for those with surgery first assistant experience, especially in plastic and reconstructive surgery. The area is filled with outdoor activities and has a moderate cost of living.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in Colorado.
• Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) required for hire.
• Unrestricted DEA permit to prescribe medications.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician assistant services as part of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic team.

Skills

Surgery First Assistant experience

Plastic and reconstructive surgery experience

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Overview

At UCHealth, our mission is simple - to improve lives. UCHealth Medical Group and the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic in Colorado Springs are welcoming a Physician Assistant to their team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, interested in working full-time and focused on excellent patient care.

Position details: Located at UCHealth Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic - Colorado Springs; schedule is Monday–Friday with one weekend every 4 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician assistant services as part of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic team.

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) required for hire and maintained during employment
• Unrestricted DEA permit to prescribe medications commonly prescribed in practice
• Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid
• Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusions from HHS/OIG or GSA’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities
• Unrestricted medical staff membership with appropriate practice privileges
• Prescriptive authority as appropriate per medical staff privileging
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Experience

• Surgery First Assistant experience required; Plastic and reconstructive surgery experience is preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation package: $104,418 – $149,142 annually (dependent on experience)
• Productivity incentive may be offered
• Competitive relocation bonus if eligible
• Paid malpractice and CME allowance
• 401(k)/403(b) with employer matching; other retirement options as eligible
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance; dependent coverage available
• Wellness benefits; voluntary benefits (FSAs/HSAs, identity theft protection, pet insurance, discounts)
• PTO, family and medical leave, leaves of absence; paid time off upfront in start
• Education benefits including 100% tuition/books/fees for qualifying programs or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement

About UCHealth

UCHealth is a nonprofit health system delivering high-quality medical care and patient experience, with 33,000 employees, 14 acute-care hospitals, and hundreds of physicians across Colorado, southern Wyoming, and western Nebraska. UCHealth emphasizes innovation and growth for meaningful careers.

About Colorado Springs, Colorado

Nestled at the base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs offers outdoor and cultural opportunities, with a moderate cost of living and abundant sunshine.