CV Surgery 1st Assist/Inpatient NP at the New Mexico Heart Institute | Up to 10K Sign-On Bonus

The renowned New Mexico Heart Institute is now hiring a Surgical First Assist Nurse Practitioner skilled in vein harvesting to join our Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery team in beautiful Albuquerque, NM. The ideal fit will be with a team-oriented and teachable PA or NP able to surgically 1st assist eight Cardiothoracic/Vascular Surgeon in the operating room and rounding on cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients. Weekend rounding and rotating evening call (with excess pay) is part of the role. First Assist Physician Assistants or Nurse Practitioners with 1+ years of endoscopic vein harvesting experience/certification are encouraged to apply!     About this CV Surgery NP Job Opening:  Full-Time (1.0 FTE)  Single-Specialty Group, Inpatient-Only Setting  Join a team of 36 physicians, 7 physician assistants, 14 nurse practitioners, and an extensive support staff  Hospital Location: Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center  Onsite Testing (Echo, Vascular, Nuclear, and CT) and 3 Procedure Rooms available  Daily Patient Load: 4-10 (varies)  Q4- Call Coverage with Excess Call Pay: 1 weekend a month (approx.. 4-10 patient encounters during call)  EMR: Epic  Smart Technology: See more patients without extending your day. Our providers use Epic EMR and Ambience AI scribe technology to automate documentation, reduce administrative burden, improve patient flow, and ensure accurate coding—leading to better work-life balance and revenue. Free Childcare: New Mexico now offers universal, no‑cost childcare for all families, eliminating copays and income limits statewide-saving physicians and APPs an average of $12,000–$14,000 per child per year while providing access to any licensed childcare setting.   Minimum Requirements:  Board-Certified as 1st Assist or Nurse Practitioner  1+ years of endoscopic vein harvesting experience/certification required    Recruitment Package may include:  Base Salary + wRVU production incentive  CME/CEU Allowance  Up to 10K sign-on bonus  Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans  Relocation allowance  Paid malpractice coverage  Health benefits + Retirement plan  Marketing + practice growth assistance     About Us:  Lovelace Medical Group is a multi-specialty provider group, including clinics, doctors, and advanced practice providers in various specialties and primary care. Lovelace Health System built the city’s first hospital, and since our organization was founded 100 years ago, we have been committed to serving our community and creating the best quality of life possible for our patients.   As part of Lovelace Medical Group, New Mexico Heart Institute comprises a team of exceptional cardiologists, invasive/interventional cardiologists, and electrophysiologists. As the largest cardiovascular care team in New Mexico, our surgeons perform the most advanced vascular and endovascular procedures available, including arterial, venous, peripheral arterial, cerebrovascular, and aneurysmal.  Leapfrog Top 123 Hospital- Teaching Hospital  Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare  New Mexico Family-Friendly Workplace  Patient-Centered Medical Home     About Our Community:  Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city and sits in the high desert. With 310 days of sunshine, the weather is perfect for outdoor activities, including biking, skiing, and hiking. ABQ is also the hot air ballooning capital of the world and home to the largest University in the state. At night, many enjoy the glow of the neon signs along historic Route 66. ABQ has fantastic cultural offerings, eclectic eateries and shopping, many activities and breathtaking landscapes. With affordable living, an international airport, and a combination of urban, suburban, and rural settings-- ABQ is a wonderful place to live and work.     We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Additional Information: - Specialty: - Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States - Contact: About the Company: Lovelace Medical Group provides patients with exceptional care with the support of Lovelace Health System. Lovelace is invested in bringing the best people, providers and technology together to ensure patients receive the best care possible. Lovelace Medical Group doctors and providers work closely with our hospitals and our health partners to provide patients better coordination of care, improved communication between facilities and providers, and improved patient flow throughout our comprehensive health system. Lovelace Medical Group is one of the area’s most respected physician groups, placing great emphasis on building relationships with patients, offering exceptional customer service and delivering unsurpassed quality care. Lovelace Medical Group doctors and providers are committed to quality and the delivery of compassionate health care. The group is comprised of experienced, skilled providers who embrace advanced medical care.