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Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery - Albuquerque, NM
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At Presbyterian, it's not just what we do that matters. It's how we do it. How we do things here makes all the difference.
Presbyterian is a great place to practice medicine and provide safe, high-quality care. Here, you'll find a different way to make a difference.
Presbyterian Medical Group seeks an
Physician Assistant in to join our established neurosurgery practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Were all about well-being, starting with yours. We offer a nationally competitive salary with relocation allowance available, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance.
Practice Highlights - Provide care in an outpatient setting for pre & post operative patients
- Seeking Physician Assistant with surgical experience working in the OR, inpatient rounding and pre/post-op care in the clinic
- Provide inpatient rounding for consults & post op
- Provide first assist in OR with ded icated OR block time and well-equipped OR rooms.
- Dedicated ICU and hospitalist team support
- Primary stroke center certified
- RN/MA support available
Responsibilities Summary:
Assists Physicians during general surgeries. Post operatively rounds on patients and manages patient care in the office setting
Responsibilities:
- Serves as Floor PA to start patient rounds and visit and manage patients.
- Prepares post op patient for discharge (prescriptions, , teaching, post surgical teaching) and dictates discharge summaries.
- Checks all outstanding labs on in house patients.
- Responsible for seeing post op patients in office.
- Responsible for seeing pre op patients in office and ensuring H & P's, data sheets, pre-op orders & labs completed.
- Ability to interpret MRI, CT & other imaging and accurately convey information on patients to physicians.
- Serves as On call PA to check out with on call surgeon at end of day.
- Serves as Weekend call PA to meet with on call surgeon at designated location.
- Performs other functions as required.
Credentials Required:
Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Baccalaureate prepared CAHEA Certified
Physician Assistant or two (2) years working experience as a Certified Physician Assistant and licensed by the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners required.
Minimum of two years experience. Position Type Type of Opportunity: Full Time
FTE: 1.000000
Benefits We offer more than the standard benefits! Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! In addition, we offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans - 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.
Learn More About Our Employee Benefits Presbyterian is not just a great place to practice medicine, its where you'll find a different way to make a difference. Our commitment to safe, high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do. Here's a glimpse of what sets us apart:
- Technology and digital platforms allow our clinicians to focus on meaningful work and reduce friction in your practice.
- Innovative care models improve access and free providers to focus on our patients. Clinicians spend more time connecting patients with affordable, innovative solutions that keep them healthy.
- All employees have a silent alarm badge to help you be - and feel -- safer at work.
- The RESET program is a multi-day immersive retreat designed for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth. Through interactive sessions, self-reflection, and peer support, participants gain insights, tools, and practices to enhance well-being, resil i ence, and intentional living.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services: Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with over 14,000 employees - including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 600,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and Commercial health plans.
About Our Regional Delivery System Presbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.
Living and Working in New Mexico Beyond the professional advantages, living in New Mexico offers a unique blend of culture, outdoor adventures, and a diverse community.
- Cultural richness. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of New Mexico, from historic adobe structures to vibrant festivals celebrating our diverse heritage.
- Outdoor paradise. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, indulge in outdoor activities ranging from hiking the Sandia Mountains to skiing in nearby Taos.
- Community spirit. Our communities are known for their warmth and hospitality, making your transition seamless and enjoyable.
Learn more about New Mexico
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses
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