Perm - Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Trauma - Loveland, CO
Join a leading medical team providing critical trauma and surgical care in Loveland, Colorado!
Enjoy a stable overnight schedule, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package. Take advantage of a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a role in one of Colorado’s top high-acuity facilities. Start date is 04/28/2026 – apply now to advance your trauma surgery career!
Quick Facts
- Location: UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies, 2500 Rocky Mountain Avenue, Loveland, CO 80538
- Start Date: 04/28/2026
- Shift: Nocturnist overnight shift (hours vary, typically 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Hours/Week: Full-time, approximately 36 hours/week
- Employment Type: Permanent, salaried position
- Experience: Minimum 2 years trauma surgery experience or completion of a surgical fellowship preferred; no recent graduates
- Licensure/Certifications: Valid Colorado Physician Assistant license, BLS/ACLS recommended
Pay & Benefits
- Annual Salary: $136,822 – $179,379 (based on experience)
- Additional Incentives: Up to $10,000 annually via Quality Value Incentive Plan (QVIP)
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $10,000 for eligible candidates
- Benefits:
- Fully paid malpractice coverage
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid CME up to $3,500/year + 5 CME days
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching; optional 457(b)
- Paid time off from hire, including family and medical leave (FAMLI)
- Education assistance up to $5,250/year
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and guidance
- Paid sick time in accordance with state & federal laws
What You’ll Do
- Provide overnight trauma and emergency general surgery care
- Manage trauma admissions and inpatient cases
- Conduct patient evaluations, develop care plans, and interpret diagnostics
- Assist trauma surgeons with procedures and resuscitation efforts
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Document all patient encounters accurately in Epic EMR
- Support quality improvement initiatives and operational performance metrics
- Engage in ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
What You Need
- Current Colorado Physician Assistant license
- Minimum 2 years of trauma surgery experience or completion of a surgical fellowship
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and team collaboration skills
- Ability to autonomously handle complex cases and multitask effectively
About the Assignment
Join a dedicated trauma and acute care surgery team at a high-acuity medical center in Loveland, Colorado. Enjoy a stable overnight schedule in a supportive environment committed to professional excellence and exceptional patient care. This is a permanent role with excellent pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.
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