Lovelace General Surgery Physician Assistant (or Nurse Practitioner) - Westside Hospital

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

CME allowance

Commencement bonus

Relocation allowance

Paid malpractice coverage

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Marketing + practice growth assistance

Medical debt assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Lovelace Medical Group in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a self-motivated General Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Lovelace family.

Outpatient only - Mon-Fri, 8-5; surgical team of 6 physicians and 9 APPs; daily patient average 21; EMR: Epic (Ambience AI tool).

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program.
• Current licensure in the state of New Mexico.
• Must obtain a DEA registration and NM board of pharmacy prescriptive authority by start date.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills are required.
• Experience with weight management is strongly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Manage pre- and post-operative patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and prioritize responsibilities.

Conocimientos

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Prioritization

Educación

NP or PA program graduate

NM licensure

DEA registration & NM prescriptive authority

Interpersonal & teamwork skills

Weight management experience (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Lovelace Medical Group is seeking a self-motivated General Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Lovelace family in beautiful Albuquerque, New Mexico.

About the Position:

• Lovelace Medical Group Westside Hospital
• Join a surgical team of 6 physicians and 9 APP's
• Outpatient only -Mon-Fri, 8-5
• Daily Patient Average: 21
• EMR: Epic (Ambience AI tool)

Required Skills/Procedures

Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment. Candidates should be comfortable managing pre- and post-operative patients, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accurate documentation, and providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities are essential for success in this role.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program
• Current licensure in the state of New Mexico
• must be able to obtain a DEA registration and New Mexico board of pharmacy prescriptive authority by the time of employment
• excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills are required
• experience and medical weight management is strongly preferred

Why Lovelace Medical Group:

• Base salary
• CME allowance
• Commencement bonus
• Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
• Relocation allowance
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Health benefits + Retirement plan
• Marketing + practice growth assistance

About Lovelace Medical Group:

Lovelace Medical Group is a multispecialty provider group, inclusive of clinics, doctors, and advanced practice providers in a broad range of specialties and primary care. Lovelace Health System built the city's first hospital and since our organization was founded over 100 years ago, we have been committed to serving our community and creating the best quality of life possible for the patients we serve. Lovelace has been identified in Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare, deemed a New Mexico Family-Friendly Workplace, and recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home among other awards. Be Part of an Award-Winning Team: Leapfrog Hospital Safety Top Teaching Hospital A grade from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Distinction for Bariatric Surgery Quality Achievement Award Becker's Hospital Reviews 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare Lovelace Bariatrics accredited as a Level 1 facility under the Bariatric Surgery Center Network Accreditation Program of the American College of Surgeons Comprehensive Center by the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program

About the Community:

• Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city, rich in culture, creative energy, and some of the best sunrises in the Southwest.
• With 310 days of sunshine, you'll find the weather perfect for outdoor activities.
• Water enthusiasts enjoy the gorgeous Rio Grande River running through the city.
• A winter ski trip is always within a few hours' drive and natural hot springs are sprinkled throughout the state.
• New Mexico also touts a reasonable cost of living and housing, a variety of cuisine to explore, and mild traffic.
• Albuquerque offers numerous primary and secondary schooling options and is home to the largest university in the state.
• Recognized as the hot air ballooning capital of the world, Albuquerque is a destination for visitors near and far-with convenient access to an international airport