Perm - Physician Assistant (PA) - Surgery - Trauma Loveland, CO

Job Title: Physician Assistant (PA) – Surgery – Trauma – Loveland, CO

Why Apply?
Join a leading medical center in Loveland, Colorado, offering a stable full-time nocturnist role with competitive annual pay ranging from $136,822 to $179,379. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including generous CME allowance, relocation assistance, fully paid malpractice, and a supportive, multidisciplinary team. Immediate start available for experienced trauma surgery PAs seeking a rewarding overnight position in a high-acuity environment.

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Quick Facts:

• Location: UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies, Loveland, CO
• Start Date: 04/28/2026
• End Date/Duration: Ongoing
• Shift: Nocturnist overnight shift
• Hours/week: Approximately 40 hours
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• License/Certs: Colorado license as a Physician Assistant, BLS, ACLS required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years trauma surgery or surgical fellowship preferred; not suitable for new graduates

Pay & Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary ($136,822 – $179,379) based on experience
• Up to $10,000 annually through the Quality Value Incentive Plan (QVIP)
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for eligible candidates
• Fully paid malpractice insurance
• CME benefits up to $3,500 annually, plus 5 CME days
• Retirement options including 403(b) with employer match and optional 457(b)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, with buy-up options
• Paid time off from hire, family & medical leave, and Colorado FAMLI
• Education assistance programs, including full funding for select degrees and up to $5,250 annually for other courses
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility with guidance provided

What You’ll Do:

• Provide overnight trauma and acute care surgical services in a high-acuity hospital environment
• Manage trauma admissions, emergency surgeries, and inpatient care
• Perform patient evaluations, develop care plans, and interpret diagnostic results
• Assist with trauma procedures, resuscitation, and operative support alongside surgeons
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient outcomes
• Document clinical activities thoroughly in Epic EMR
• Practice autonomously while managing multiple complex tasks
• Contribute to quality, safety, and performance metrics of the trauma service
• Engage in professional development and leadership opportunities within UCHealth

What You Need:

• Colorado PA license, BLS, ACLS certifications
• Minimum 2 years of trauma surgery experience or completion of a surgical fellowship (preferred)
• Strong clinical judgment and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and handle complex cases under pressure

About the Assignment:
This position is located at a leading facility in Loveland, Colorado, committed to delivering exceptional trauma and acute care. The role involves overnight coverage within a busy trauma and general surgery department, integral to the hospital’s high-acuity services. UCHealth offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact.

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Compliance:
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