Full Time Bariatric Nurse Practitioner Needed in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lovelace Medical Group is seeking a self-motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Lovelace family in beautiful Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Lovelace Bariatrics has been named a Fully Accredited MBSAQIP (Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accredited Quality Improvement Program) by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Join the Lovelace Irving Clinic, a small team with shared goals for exceptional patient care, consistently working together to provide great patient experience.

About the Position:

• Lovelace Irving Clinic
• Join a bariatrics team of 2 physicians and 3+ support team members
• Daily Patient Average: 16Tricore Lab on-site
• Mon-Fri, 8-5
• Tricore lab onsite
• EMR: Epic (Ambience AI tool)

We are seeking an experience and collaborative advanced practice provider to join our bariatric surgery team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive medical weight management, conduct pre and post operative bariatric surgical follow up, and have the opportunity to assist in the operating room. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

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 Lovelace Medical Group:

Lovelace Medical Group is a multispecialty provider group, inclusive of clinics, doctors, and advanced practice providers in a broad range of specialties and primary care. Lovelace Health System built the city’s first hospital and since our organization was founded over 100 years ago, we have been committed to serving our community and creating the best quality of life possible for the patients we serve. Lovelace has been identified in Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare, deemed a New Mexico Family-Friendly Workplace, and recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home among other awards.  Be Part of an Award-Winning Team: Leapfrog Hospital Safety Top Teaching Hospital“ A” grade from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Distinction for Bariatric Surgery Quality Achievement Award Becker’s Hospital Reviews 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare Lovelace Bariatrics accredited as a Level 1 facility under the Bariatric Surgery Center Network Accreditation Program of the American College of Surgeons Comprehensive Center by the American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program

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