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Advanced Practice - CT Surgery opening in: Albuquerque, NM
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Surgery-General
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
10/21/24
Surgical First Assist PA or Acute Care NP opening in Albuquerque, NM
- Located in Albuquerque, NM
- Full-time, permanent position
**Position:** Surgical First Assist Physician Assistant (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) skilled in vein harvesting
**Schedule:** Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Inpatient-Only
- Weekend rounds and rotating evening call with excess pay
- Daily patient load varies from 4-10
- Q4-5 Call Coverage with Excess Call Pay: 4 days a month (approx. 4-10 patient encounters during call)
- EMR: Epic
**Role Responsibilities:**
- Surgical 1st Assist for eight Cardiothoracic/Vascular Surgeons in the operating room
- Rounding on cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients
- Onsite testing available: Echo, Vascular, Nuclear, and CT
- Utilize 3 procedure rooms
**Minimum Requirements:**
- Board-Certified as 1st Assist Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- 3+ years of endoscopic vein harvesting experience/certification
**Recruitment Package:**
- Base salary
- CME/CEU allowance
- Sign-on bonus
- Medical debt assistance + consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
- Relocation allowance
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Health benefits + retirement plan
- Marketing + practice growth assistance
**About Albuquerque, New Mexico:**
Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico, is situated in the high desert with 310 days of sunshine, ideal for outdoor activities like biking, skiing, and hiking. Known as the hot air ballooning capital of the world, ABQ offers a vibrant cultural scene, historic Route 66, eclectic eateries, shopping, and breathtaking landscapes. With affordable living, an international airport, and a blend of urban, suburban, and rural environments, Albuquerque is a fantastic place to live and work.