Vascular Surgery - Outpatient - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Syracuse, NY

St. Joseph's Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME time & $2,500 annual expense grant

Paid malpractice including tail

Relocation assistance eligible

Loan Repayment: PSLF eligible

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health in Syracuse, NY seeks a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with RNFA certification to join the Operative Vascular Surgery team.

The role is inpatient only, with a mix of day, evening, overnights, and weekend shifts to support a high-need patient population. You will work closely with surgeons and APPs, provide pre/postoperative care, patient education, and discharge planning in a collaborative, team-based environment with strong support and growth

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program with RNFA certification.
• Active NYS license (or eligible).
• DEA license required and board certification expected.

Responsibilities

• First assist in the OR with all vascular cases, including minimally invasive and endovascular procedures.
• Manage preoperative and postoperative care, including rounds and assessments.
• Collaborate with Surgeons, APP colleagues, and nursing staff to implement treatment plans.
• Provide patient education, care coordination, and discharge planning.
• Inpatient only, no clinic hours; schedule mix of day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

NYS PA/NP license

RNFA certification

Board Certification

Job description

St. Joseph’s Health is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) RNFA to join our Operative Vascular Surgery team. Join a busy, collaborative surgical team committed to high-quality, patient-centered care with strong system support and a team-focused environment.

Position Details

• First assist in the OR with all vascular cases, including minimally invasive and endovascular procedures across the full spectrum of vascular disease, including complex cases
• Manage preoperative and postoperative care, including daily rounds and ongoing assessments
• Collaborate closely with Surgeons, APP colleagues, and nursing/clinical staff to manage, implement, and adjust treatment plans
• Provide patient education, care coordination, and discharge planning
• Inpatient only, no clinic hours required
• Full-time schedule is a mix of mostly days plus evenings, overnights, and weekends as needed

Opportunity Highlights

• Location: St. Joseph’s Health, Syracuse, NY
• Supportive, team-based surgical environment with experienced providers
• Ability to make a meaningful impact in a high-need patient population
• Flexible scheduling offering home/work-life balance with a variety of 8, 10, and 12-hour shift options

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program w/ RNFA certification.
• NYS license (or eligible).
• Previous experience in general surgery or a related field is preferred, new graduates accepted.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Compensation:

• Competitive Range: $102,000-$182,000 per year
• This salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include potential productivity bonuses, quality performance incentives, or other forms of cash compensation. The salary range is provided in accordance with state law and may vary based on individual qualifications and experience.
• Starting bonus: $5,000
• Retention bonus: $5,000
• Relocation assistance eligible

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid malpractice, including tail coverage
• CME time & $2,500 annual expense allowance
• Paid time away from the practice
• 403b Retirement savings program
• Loan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Qualifications:

• 1–2+ years of NP/PA experience preferred
• Prior experience as an APP or RN in a surgical setting preferred
• Active NYS NP or PA license
• DEA and Board Certification required