Outpatient Vascular Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Schenectady)

Vascular Health Partners
Community Care Physicians (CCP) | Capital Region, New York

Position Overview

Community Care Physicians (CCP) is seeking an experienced or highly motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join Vascular Health Partners, one of the Capital Region's premier vascular surgery practices.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside four board-certified vascular surgeons and an experienced team of advanced practice providers specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of complex arterial and venous disease. Vascular Health Partners is nationally recognized for its expertise in minimally invasive endovascular procedures, vascular surgery, research, and patient education.

Providers practice primarily from our state-of-the-art office and outpatient interventional suite located at Wellness Way in Latham, with scheduled travel to our satellite offices in Saratoga Springs, Queensbury, and Amsterdam to provide outpatient vascular care.

Practice Highlights

• Four 10-hour workdays (4-10 schedule)
• 32 hours of scheduled patient care and 8 hours of dedicated administrative time each week
• Outpatient-focused practice with no overnight hospital rounding requirements
• State-of-the-art outpatient vascular interventional suite in Latham
• Accredited on-site noninvasive vascular laboratory
• Collaborative team of four vascular surgeons and experienced APPs
• Opportunity to practice cutting-edge vascular medicine utilizing the latest minimally invasive technologies
• Practice locations throughout New York's Capital Region, including:
• Latham (primary location)
• Saratoga Springs
• Queensbury
• Amsterdam

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with arterial and venous disease in the outpatient setting
• Perform comprehensive vascular assessments and develop treatment plans in collaboration with vascular surgeons
• Manage patients with conditions including:
• Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
• Carotid artery disease
• Abdominal and peripheral aneurysms
• Chronic venous insufficiency
• Varicose veins
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
• Peripheral vascular disease
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative evaluations and follow-up care
• Review vascular ultrasound and diagnostic testing results
• Coordinate care with referring primary care physicians and specialists
• Educate patients regarding vascular disease prevention, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications

Qualifications

Required

• Current New York State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with physicians

Preferred

• Previous experience in vascular surgery, surgery, cardiology, interventional radiology, emergency medicine, or critical care
• New graduates with prior surgical or vascular clinical rotations and a strong interest in vascular medicine are encouraged to apply

About Vascular Health Partners

Vascular Health Partners is a regional leader in vascular care, providing comprehensive treatment for arterial and venous disease using the latest minimally invasive and surgical techniques. The practice features an outpatient interventional care suite, accredited noninvasive vascular testing, and physicians who perform procedures at Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, and Saratoga Hospital. In addition to delivering exceptional patient care, the practice is committed to research, innovation, and community education through its V-Healthy® vascular awareness program.

Compensation & Benefits

Community Care Physicians offers competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Competitive salary starting at $125,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Generous paid time off
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

About Community Care Physicians

Community Care Physicians is the Capital Region's largest independent physician-led multispecialty medical group. Our providers enjoy a collaborative culture, innovative clinical resources, and the opportunity to deliver high-quality patient-centered care while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

• License and active registration as a physician assistant or registered nurse/nurse practitioner in New York State.
  • Physician Assistant:
    • Bachelor's or equivalent degree in physician assistant studies and successful completion of physician assistant training program approved by the NYS Department of Education or accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, or a program that is determined by the Department to be the substantial equivalent of a licensure qualifying or accredited program.
    • Attainment of passing grade on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination administered by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
    • Current certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
    • At least one year of experience as a physician assistant in ambulatory health care.
    • Current CPR certification.
  • Nurse Practitioner:
    • Successful completion of and graduation from a nurse practitioner education program acceptable to NYSED.
    • Current certification as a nurse practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
    • Successful completion of pharmacology coursework acceptable to NYSED.
    • Three years of professional nursing experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
    • At least one year of experience as a nurse practitioner in ambulatory health care.
    • Current CPR certification.