Physician Assistant – Cardiovascular / Cardiothoracic Surgery

Location: Golden, Colorado
Start Date: January 11, 2027
End Date: February 28, 2027
Position: 1 Opening | Part-Time
Schedule: 5 Days per Week | 8-Hour Shifts
Hours: 40 Hours per Week

Position Overview

Seeking a qualified Physician Assistant (PA) for a locum tenens opportunity supporting a Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery team in Golden, Colorado.

The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centered care while working collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. This role involves patient assessment, treatment planning, care coordination, and assisting physicians with inpatient management.

Schedule & Assignment Details

• January 11, 2027 – February 28, 2027

• 40 hours per week

• 8-hour shifts

• 5 days per week

• Part-time assignment

• On-site coverage required

• May include nights and/or weekends based on coverage needs

• Potential floating to other departments within scope of practice

• May require call during regularly scheduled shifts

Responsibilities

• Provide independent, high-quality patient care within approved scope of practice.

• Perform patient histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments.

• Review patient records, diagnostic results, and ancillary data.

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.

• Assist collaborating physicians with inpatient patient management.

• Communicate clinical findings and updates to physicians and the care team.

• Provide patient and family education, counseling, and discharge planning.

• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.

• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and facility guidelines.

• Ensure compliance with applicable practice standards and scope-of-practice requirements.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Strong patient assessment and physical examination skills.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Experience developing and monitoring treatment plans.

• Strong communication and patient education skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.

• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.

Certifications & Licensure

• No specific certifications or licensure requirements were listed.

Position Highlights

• Short-term locum tenens opportunity.

• Consistent 40-hour weekly schedule.

• 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week.

• Opportunity to support a Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery team.

• January 2027 start.