Vascular Surgery APC

Presbyterian System Services • Albuquerque, NM

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About The Position

Assists physicians during vascular procedures and surgeries, rounds on patients after procedures, manages patient care, and provides assessment and follow-up in the Vascular Clinic. The role supports inpatient and outpatient vascular care, collaborating with physicians on treatment planning, medical management, procedures, and follow-up. It also coordinates surgical scheduling and ensures equipment and supplies are available for cases.

Requirements

• For Nurse Practitioner applicants: Master’s degree in Nursing, New Mexico Nurse Practitioner license, and ANCC certification.
• For Physician Assistant applicants: Baccalaureate-prepared CAHEA-certified Physician Assistant, or two years of work experience as a Certified Physician Assistant, and licensure by the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with inpatient and outpatient procedures and major surgery.
• Close wounds.
• Make medical decisions and order and interpret laboratory and radiology results, formulating plans of care according to protocols.
• Manage inpatients daily in collaboration with physicians and round on hospitalized patients.
• Perform admission histories and physical examinations.
• Perform discharge planning, participate in family case conferences, and dictate discharge summaries.
• Coordinate care and follow-up for vascular patients on the vascular service.
• Coordinate with the operating room and cardiovascular laboratory to ensure appropriate equipment and supplies are available for surgical cases.
• Evaluate new patients, complete histories and physical examinations and consultations in collaboration with physicians, and present patients to surgeons.
• Assist in formulating treatment plans, order appropriate laboratory and radiographic studies, and perform office procedures such as suture and staple removal and superficial wound debridement.
• Evaluate postoperative patients and conduct routine follow-up visits.
• See same-day patients when required.
• Triage new and existing patients by phone, return patient calls, and handle prescription refills.
• Review ancillary reports with physicians.
• Provide appropriate patient education.
• Review vascular and venous studies with patients and physicians to formulate treatment plans.
• Review MRA and CT scans with physicians to formulate treatment plans.
• Coordinate surgical scheduling to maximize efficiency in surgeons’ schedules.
• Perform other functions as required.

Benefits

• Wellness program, including free access to on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, and wellness challenges.
• Day-one benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, and more.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with matching programs and employer contributions.
• RESET multi-day immersive retreat for clinicians, supporting personal and professional growth, well-being, and resilience.
• Strongline silent alarm badge for all employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time