Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program
Current licensure in New Mexico
Ability to obtain DEA registration and prescriptive authority
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience in medical weight management preferred
Responsibilities
Manage pre- and post-operative patients
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams
Maintain accurate documentation
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care
Demonstrate strong clinical judgment in a fast-paced environment
Prioritize multiple responsibilities effectively
Benefits
CME allowance
Commencement bonus
Medical debt assistance and consultative services
Relocation allowance
Paid malpractice coverage
Health benefits and retirement plan
Marketing and practice growth assistance
Full Job Description
Lovelace Medical Group is seeking a self-motivated General Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Lovelace family in beautiful Albuquerque, New Mexico.
About the Position:
Lovelace Medical Group Westside Hospital
Join a surgical team of 6 physicians and 9 APP's
Outpatient only - Mon-Fri, 8-5
Daily Patient Average: 21
EMR: Epic (Ambience AI tool)
Required Skills/Procedures
Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment. Candidates should be comfortable managing pre- and post-operative patients, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accurate documentation, and providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities are essential for success in this role.
Candidate Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner or physician assistant program
Current licensure in the state of New Mexico
must be able to obtain a DEA registration and New Mexico board of pharmacy prescriptive authority by the time of employment
excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills are required
experience and medical weight management is strongly preferred
Why Lovelace Medical Group:
Base salary
CME allowance
Commencement bonus
Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
Relocation allowance
Paid malpractice coverage
Health benefits + Retirement plan
Marketing + practice growth assistance
About the Community:
Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city, rich in culture, creative energy, and some of the best sunrises in the Southwest.
With 310 days of sunshine, you'll find the weather perfect for outdoor activities.
Water enthusiasts enjoy the gorgeous Rio Grande River running through the city.
A winter ski trip is always within a few hours' drive and natural hot springs are sprinkled throughout the state.
New Mexico also touts a reasonable cost of living and housing, a variety of cuisine to explore, and mild traffic.
Albuquerque offers numerous primary and secondary schooling options and is home to the largest university in the state.
Recognized as the hot air ballooning capital of the world, Albuquerque is a destination for visitors near and far-with convenient access to an international airport
About Ardent Health Services
Ardent Health Services is a healthcare company that operates hospitals and other healthcare facilities in the United States. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Nashville, TN. Ardent Health Services is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to patients and their families. The company's mission is to improve the health of the communities it serves by providing compassionate, personalized care.
