Looking for physician assistant jobs in Colorado? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens PA jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
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We are seeking an Occupational Medicine Physician Assistant for a 2-day assignment in Colorado, beginning Aug 7, 2026. This role involves an 8-hour workday, typically 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on DOT physicals, evaluating workplace injuries, conducting pre-employment and fit-for-duty exams, and managing basic urgent care and occupational medicine visits.Responsibilities...
Location:CO
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Our client in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant for a 90-day assignment starting Sep 1, 2026. This role involves providing high-quality, patient-centric care independently, collaborating with the healthcare team, developing treatment plans, and ensuring effective communication with patients and families.Responsibilities...
Location:CO
Specialty:Vascular Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking a highly skilled Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado, starting Sep 28, 2026. This role involves comprehensive patient care in a hospital and clinic setting, including floor, OR, rounding, and consults, with a varying 24-hour call schedule, typically 7-10 days per month.Responsibilities...
Location:CO
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Our client is seeking a Hospitalist Physician Assistant for an impactful 36-day assignment in Colorado, starting Oct 5, 2026. This vital role involves managing pre-operative cases during dedicated 8 AM to 5 PM shifts, contributing significantly to patient readiness and care coordination. Join a committed team and make a direct difference within a dynamic...
Location:CO
Specialty:Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Locum tenens PA jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel physician assistants hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician assistant, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
In Colorado, the average PA salary is $130,020 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
PAs in Colorado must have a collaborating physician. In general, PAs in Colorado have advanced practice authority. Advanced authority means that PAs can practice to the full extent of their medical education, but they still must comply with administrative requirements.
Physician assistants (PAs) in Colorado do not have to complete any general CE at this time.
The highest paid PA specialty is cardiovascular surgery at $152,500 annually, according to the American Academy of Physician Associates.
The employment for PAs is expected to grow 27% between 2022 to 2032. This is much faster than other jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that there are 12,200 openings for PAs every year, over the course of the decade.
