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Heart & Vascular Partners
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Physician Assistant

Physician AssistantNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125k-$150k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Physician Assistant - Cardiology

About Us

We are dedicated to providing comprehensive cardiac and vascular care with a personal touch. Our commitment to exceptional patient outcomes, clinical excellence, and compassionate care has made us a trusted healthcare partner in the communities we serve.

We are seeking a dedicated and patient-focused Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing cardiology team. As an Advanced Practice Provider (APP), you will work collaboratively with supervising physicians to deliver high-quality cardiovascular care and serve as an integral part of our patient care team.

Essential Functions of the Role

To Be Successful in This Position, Candidates Must

  • Maintain active Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) credentials through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
  • Hold and maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration with authority to prescribe medications commonly utilized within the scope of practice.
  • Be eligible to provide reimbursable healthcare services and maintain active provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
  • Remain in good standing without sanctions, exclusions, or restrictions from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) or the General Services Administration (GSA) exclusion lists.
  • Maintain unrestricted medical staff membership and applicable clinical privileges.
  • Possess and maintain prescriptive authority in accordance with state regulations and medical staff privileging requirements.
  • Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care and support positive patient outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
  • Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice.
  • Active Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) credential through the NCCPA.
  • Acute Care Certification required.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.

Preferred Qualifications

  • One to two years of experience in cardiology preferred.
  • Experience in cardiovascular medicine, vascular care, or related specialty practice.
  • Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.

Work Environment

This is a clinical position requiring on-site attendance Monday through Friday. Typical work hours are between 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM, depending on clinic schedules and patient care needs.

The Physician Assistant will work closely with cardiologists, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centered cardiovascular care.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:

  • Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and staff in person and by telephone.
  • Use hands and fingers to operate medical and office equipment.
  • Reach, bend, and move as necessary to perform patient care responsibilities.
  • Lift and carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
  • Maintain the mobility and stamina necessary to safely perform clinical duties.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position offering a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Additional voluntary benefit options

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and respect. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, transfer, discipline, and termination.

Disclaimer

The information provided above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Physician Assistant. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required for the position. Duties and responsibilities may change based on organizational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant will collaborate with supervising physicians to deliver high-quality cardiovascular and vascular care to patients. They are responsible for performing clinical assessments, prescribing medications, and maintaining active provider status within a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program and maintain active PA-C credentials. Additionally, they must possess an unrestricted state license, DEA registration, and current Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Medication prescriptionClinical documentation

Cardiology — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 64% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$138k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $133k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Cardiology market look like in Colorado?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$125k–$150kCardiology median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)36 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$133k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 64% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Physician Assistant listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Cardiology pay trend+4.1% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physician Assistant Jobs

33 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

33 jobs · 20 employers
10
<$130k
10
$130k-150k
5
$150k-170k
6
$170k-190k
2
$190k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 20 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
66%
Sign-on bonus
38%
Relocation assistance
16%
Loan repayment
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% of Cardiology (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 135 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Heart & Vascular Partners

Medical Practices
Deerfield, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Life insurance
Disability insurance

Living in Colorado Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$399k≈ 3.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,717/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.7
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Colorado Springs, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.