Wound Care Physician Assistant

AlignMed Partners; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training program

Mentorship for new graduates

Bonuses through Incentive Program

Health, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) plan and life insurance

Job summary

AlignMed Partners is seeking a full-time Wound Care Advanced Practice Provider for a float position in Albuquerque, NM. This role, suitable for either a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, focuses on delivering high-quality wound care to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

The position offers a salary range of $120,000 to $130,000 annually, supplemented by a no-cap incentive compensation program, providing an excellent opportunity for professionals dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing program, licensed as a registered nurse and certified as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Physician Assistant must hold PA state licensure and possess NCCPA certification.
• Minimum of two years experience in wound care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver acute and chronic wound care services to nursing center residents.
• Collaborate with Center Leadership for center-specific goals.
• Ensure high-quality health care and improve patients' lives.

Skills

Wound care experience

Clinical collaboration

Patient care

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Physician Assistant accredited program

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Overview

Sub‑Acute, Long‑Term Care is a sector of healthcare exploding with potential and work‑life balance flexibility (no on‑call or weekends). We are seeking a full‑time (40 hours per week) Wound Care Advanced Practice Provider for a float position between our centers located in Albuquerque, NM. This role can be filled by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The base salary range for this position is $120,000 – $130,000 per year, in addition to our no‑cap incentive compensation bonus program.

AlignMed Partners is a national medical group dedicated to improving health outcomes among residents of skilled nursing and senior living facilities. Our physicians, nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) are supported by a clinical leadership team with a decades‑long track record of excellence in post‑acute and long‑term care. At AlignMed, we believe in a better quality of life for all. Our mission is to elevate healthcare outcomes for our patients, providers, and partners.

Responsibilities

The Advanced Practice Wound Provider reports directly to the Director of Clinical Practice and/or the Area Clinical Practice Manager. The provider collaborates on‑site with the Center Leadership Team for center‑specific goals and priorities and with the Medical Director and/or Attending Physician for patient‑specific medical care. The provider delivers acute and chronic wound care services to nursing center residents, working collaboratively with other medical providers and with Center Leadership to achieve the Center’s mission of improving lives through high‑quality health care and everyday compassion.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing program, licensed as a registered nurse, and certified as a Nurse Practitioner (Master’s Degree in Nursing with a concentration in Older Adult and/or Family NP). Other concentrations may be considered based on experience and business need.

• Physician Assistant must be a graduate of a program accredited by the ARC‑PA, have passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE), hold PA state licensure, and possess NCCPA certification.

• Wound certification (CWS, WOCN, or equivalent) or active pursuit of wound certification with APN wound experience.

• Minimum of two years experience in wound care with adults or geriatric population preferred.

• In states where practice allows, APRN with an unrestricted professional license and DEA for each state of practice.

Benefits

• Comprehensive 90‑day training program and continued support
• New and recent graduate mentorship and clinical education program
• Opportunities for advancement: career ladder, clinical lead, and specializations in wound or palliative care services
• Free subscription to UpToDate and Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC)
• Access to Nabla, an ambient AI assistant designed to help clinicians streamline clinical documentation by generating comprehensive clinical notes in seconds
• Yearly average of $13,000 in bonus through our no‑cap Incentive Compensation Program (for providers working 40 hours per week)
• Relocation bonus for eligible candidates (determined by distance, experience, and priority)
• Health, Dental, and Vision plans; 100% employer‑paid ArmadaCare supplemental plan with up to $8,000 reimbursement for designated expenses and tiered pharmacy reimbursements
• Paid Time Off, six paid holidays, paid sick time, bereavement leave
• Continuing Medical Education time off and reimbursement
• Reimbursement for licensing renewal costs and 100% paid malpractice insurance
• 401(k) plan and company‑paid group life insurance

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law, and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range: USD $120,000.00 – USD $130,000.00 /Yr.