Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery | Albuquerque, NM

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Presbyterian Medical Group seeks an Physician Assistant in to join our established neurosurgery practice in New Mexico. We’re 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
• Provide inpatient rounding for consults & post op 
• Provide first assist in OR with dedicated OR block time and well-equipped OR rooms.
• Dedicated ICU and hospitalist team support
• Primary stroke center certified
• RN/MA support available

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• 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 Strongline 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. resilience, and intentional living.

We're all about well-being, starting with yours. We offer a nationally competitive salary with relocation allowance available, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance.

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Type of Opportunity: Full Time
FTE: 1.000000

What We’re Seeking:

• Physician Assistant with surgical experience working in the OR, inpatient rounding and pre/post-op care in the clinic.
• Outstanding patient care qualities, highly motivated with an interest to increase knowledge
• Patient-focused and willing to collaborate and work in a team environment
• Ability to obtain a medical license to practice in the state of New Mexico

Physician Assistant - 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. 

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.

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.

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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 Strongline 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, resilience, 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.

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