Physician Careers
HRRMC is always looking for specialists to ensure our community has the type of coverage needed in our rural area. If your specialty position is not listed under our current openings below, and you are interested in working at HRRMC, please send your CV to Heather Roberts, VP of Provider Services and make note of your specialty/specialties. If you would like to speak with Heather, her contact information can be found at the bottom of this page.
Current Medical Provider Openings
Oncologist/Hematologist (full-time)
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Oncologist/Hematologist (BC/BE) to join our busy Oncology clinic in Salida, Colorado.
The ideal candidate has a special interest in providing full-spectrum oncology/hematology services in a rural mountain community. This position will work in partnership with an existing part-time Oncologist and an experienced, full-time Oncology Physician Assistant, in addition to a robust infusion center, located next to the oncology clinic. Office space and examination rooms are provided at our hospital-owned, multi-specialty clinic. Average monthly visits can be between 100-180. This role will also be involved with our Tumor Board.
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible
- Comfortable working autonomously, as well as in a team-based, collaborative setting
- Full Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
- Matching retirement plan
- CME time and dues allowance
- Medical license and trade association allowance
- Combination sign-on and relocation bonus of up to $40K
- Competitive salary of $485,000 with additional income opportunities for exceeding workload goals
If interested, please send your CV directly to VP of Patient Care Services, Nika Starr: nika.starr@hrrmc.net or call (719) 530-2211.
Radiologist
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is seeking a highly-skilled and dedicated Radiologist to join our dynamic healthcare team as an employee, independent or partner.
Practice information
- The ideal candidate will have a broad skillset, as all modalities and study types are required, including PET and mammography (re-certification possible). Must be comfortable with "light IR," including primarily biopsies, arthrograms and drainages. No vascular work.
- This position provides the rewards of a community-based practice, including patient interaction, and collaborative care with the medical community.
- Can be a hybrid, part time in-house and part time remote working environment. If partnership is desired, 26 weeks of vacation. Approximately 12,000 total cases per radiologist, per year. Total RVU approximately 8,000. 90-100 cases per day, including 2-3 procedures.
- Working hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. No call. Tele-radiology provides night and weekend reads. If partnership is desired, may occasionally require evening work.
- Income, vacation and benefits are flexible and negotiable with multiple options available, including:
- 50/50 partnership position with 26 weeks of vacation and hybrid remove/in-house coverage
- Part-time hospital employment to include benefits
- Long-term per day/week locums
- Infinitt PACS system with Powerscribe for dictation/reporting
- Combination sign-on/relocation bonus up to $25K
- BE/BC required
- Required degree: Doctorate
If interested, please send your CV directly to VP of Operations Desirae Westphal: desirae.westphal@hrrmc.net or call (719) 530-8209.
Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (full-time) - South Park Health Care and Custer County Health Center
Locations: Fairplay, CO and Westcliffe, CO
Please note: These are two separate positions, located at two of our rural health clinics.
HRRMC is seeking two (2) experienced Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) - one to join our clinic in Fairplay (South Park Health Care) and one to join our clinic in Westcliffe (Custer County Health Center). Both positions are full-time, clinic-based roles serving rural communities with a strong need for accessible, high-quality primary care.
These are two opportunities to practice meaningful medicine in a setting where you can build relationships, work collaboratively and truly impact the health of the community.
- Full-time, outpatient primary care
- Practice independently with strong physician support available
- Broad scope across the lifespan (pediatrics to geriatrics)
- Opportunities to manage chronic conditions, same-day needs and preventative care
- Supportive clinic teams with Medical Assistants (MAs) and operational leadership in place
- Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant
- Minimum of 2+ years of primary care experience required
- Comfortable practicing in a rural setting with a wide scope
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently
- Team-oriented with a patient-centered approach
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Full benefits package, including health, dental and vision
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- Sign-on bonus
Fairplay and Westcliffe offer:
- Close access to hiking, biking, camping, skiing and outdoor recreation
- Small-town living with strong community connections
- Scenic mountain views and a slower pace of life
Submit your CV and cover letter to Heather Roberts, VP of Provider Services: heather.roberts@hrrmc.net or call (719) 530-2212.
Orthopedics Hand-Surgery Physician Assistant (full-time)
HRRMC is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Orthopedic team, supporting a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Hand Surgeon. This position includes a blend of clinic-based care and orthopedic surgical assist responsibilities, providing comprehensive support across the continuum of care for hand and upper-extremity conditions.
This is a full-time position based in Salida or Buena Vista, Colorado. The role includes both outpatient clinic responsibilities and participation in the operating room as a surgical assist.
- Conduct patient evaluations, follow-ups and post-operative visits in collaboration with the supervising hand surgeon
- Manage acute and chronic upper extremity conditions, including splinting and injection procedures
- First assist in orthopedic surgical procedures, including hand and upper-extremity cases
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including patient education and surgical optimization
- Order and interpret diagnostic studies, including imaging and labs
- Coordinate patient care across therapy, imaging and surgical services
- Provide education and support to patients and families regarding diagnosis and treatment plans
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current or eligible Colorado PA license and board certification
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a practicing PA required
- Minimum of one (1) year of orthopedic surgical assist experience required
- Orthopedic hand and upper-extremity experience strongly preferred
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a commitment to patient-centered care
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement match, CME and paid time off
- Supportive, collegial orthopedic group with subspecialty expertise in sports medicine, hand and joint reconstruction
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and advanced imaging
- Live and work in Salida, Colorado—a thriving mountain community known for outdoor adventure, creative culture, and exceptional quality of life
Submit your CV and cover letter to Heather Roberts, VP of Provider Services: heather.roberts@hrrmc.net.
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is constantly growing. In 2019, HRRMC opened the Outpatient Pavilion, a 48,000 sq. ft., three-story medical building housing more than 15 specialty clinics. In addition to our 25-bed hospital, we operate four outlying clinics, located in Buena Vista, Salida, Saguache and Westcliffe.
We offer numerous benefits for the health and convenience of our staff. For more detailed information about our benefits and eligibility, contact HR Benefits Specialist Audrey Duarte-Cowan at (719) 530-2339 / audrey.duartecowan@hrrmc.net.
If you're interested in any of these open positions submit your CV by emailing:
Heather Roberts, VP of Provider Services
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
P.O. Box 429
Salida, CO 81201
Phone: (719) 530-2212
Fax: (719) 530-2232
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