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

NONPF; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus

Retention bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

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

The role involves first assisting in the OR, managing pre/postoperative care, and coordinating with surgeons and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• RNFA certification required or eligible, and graduation from an accredited PA or NP program.
• NYS license or eligibility to practice in NY.
• Experience in general surgery preferred; new grads considered.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• First assist in the OR for vascular cases (open, endovascular, and minimally invasive).
• Manage preoperative and postoperative care with rounds and assessments.
• Coordinate with surgeons, APP colleagues, and nursing staff on treatment plans.
• Provide patient education and discharge planning.
• Inpatient only with a mix of day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

PA program with RNFA certification

Job description

St. Josephs 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. Josephs 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.