Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Thoracic Surgery - Colorado Springs, Colorado

$119,600 - $156,790 / year

Description

At UCHealth, our mission is simple: to improve lives, and that starts with you. As a physician-led medical group with nearly 2,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, we are committed to exceptional, patient-centered care, innovation, and advancing the future of healthcare.

UCHealth Medical Group is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the UCHealth Thoracic Surgery in beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado. You’ll work alongside three experienced thoracic surgeons and an established APP in a collaborative surgical practice with strong physician mentorship. This is an opportunity to develop specialized expertise while providing first-assist coverage, inpatient care, and ambulatory clinic support.

Practice at a Glance

Competitive compensation package
Full-time position
Work alongside three experienced thoracic surgeons and an established APP
First-assist coverage, inpatient rounding, and ambulatory clinic responsibilities Monday through Friday
Broad exposure to robotic, minimally invasive, thoracoscopic, laparoscopic, endoscopic, and open surgical procedures
Manage postoperative visits, patient follow-up, and inpatient care
No routine night or weekend call responsibilities
Supportive team with dedicated nursing and clinic staff
Robotic surgery experience preferred, but not required

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies, as applicable, and graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Nurse Practitioners must hold an RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) credential; Physician Assistants must have appropriate first-assist qualifications
Current PA-C certification through the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), or Nurse Practitioner certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB); certification must be maintained throughout employment
Unrestricted Colorado Physician Assistant license or unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice, or compact privileges under the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact agreement
Full or provisional prescriptive authority eligibility required for Nurse Practitioners; application for prescriptive authority is a condition of employment. Physician Assistants must have prescriptive authority as appropriate, per the medical staff privileging process
Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit
Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid
Eligible to provide services without sanctions or exclusion from the Health and Human Services/Office of Inspector General (HHS/OIG) or the General Services Administration (GSA) List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs
Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
First-assist experience with thoracoscopic, laparoscopic, and open surgical procedures
Prior thoracic surgery experience preferred
Robotic surgery experience preferred, but not required
Self-starter who takes ownership of patient care and works effectively within a collaborative surgical team
Strong interest in surgical and procedural care
Commitment to exceptional patient care and professional development
Benefits Highlights
The pay range for this full-time position is $119,600-$156,790 annually. Pay is dependent on applicant’s relevant experience.
Annual Quality Value Incentive Plan (QVIP) of up to $10,000.
Relocation bonus of up to $10,000, if eligible
Paid malpractice coverage
CME allowance of up to $3,500 and up to 5 days annually
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching; 457(b) voluntary option, if eligible
Medical, vision, dental, life insurance and disability coverage for eligible employees and dependents
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and free program assistance
Employer-paid short-term disability coverage supplementing Colorado FAMLI, offering up to 66.67% of base pay
Employer-provided long-term disability coverage equal to 50% of base pay, up to $17,500 per month, with options to increase coverage to 60% or 66.7%
Wellness benefits
Voluntary benefits, including flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts for eligible plans, identity theft protection, pet insurance and employee discounts
Paid time off, paid family and medical leave, including Colorado FAMLI, and leaves of absence
Education benefits, including eligible programs with up to 100% of tuition, books and fees covered, and up to $5,250 annually through other qualifying programs
The UCHealth Medical Group Office of Advanced Practice supports APP professional development through mentorship, communication, leadership development, and opportunities for committee and leadership involvement.
Join us in making a difference that extends beyond the exam room. Together, we can improve lives, advance care and make extraordinary possible. Connect with our Recruitment team to learn more.
UCHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posting Date: 11/5/2026 - 12/5/2026

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