About the role
Location Address: 1100 Central Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930


Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00

Summary: Looking for more purpose in your surgical practice?
If you’re a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner who loves the OR and wants to grow in a dynamic neurosurgery environment, our team in Albuquerque may be the right next step for you. This role is designed for someone who’s confident in the surgical suite, strong in patient management, and looking for a place where their skills are truly valued.
Job Description
Build your neurosurgery career across the full continuum of care, with a collaborative team, strong clinical support, and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
Join a Neurosurgery team where your clinical expertise is respected and your work directly influences patient outcomes. This position offers a variety of operating room, inpatient, and outpatient practice, along with opportunities to strengthen your surgical skills, build lasting patient relationships, and collaborate across multiple specialties.
You’ll practice with dedicated RN and Medical Assistant support while enjoying competitive compensation, substantial paid time off, professional development support, retirement contributions, and potential student loan repayment.
What You’ll Do
- Manage preoperative and postoperative patients in the outpatient neurosurgery clinic
- Conduct inpatient rounding, consultations, and postoperative follow-up care
- Provide first-assist support in the operating room, preferred but not required, alongside Neurosurgeons using advanced neurosurgical technology and dedicated block time
- Collaborate with Neurosurgeons, ICU teams, the Stroke Program, Hospital Medicine providers, and ancillary staff to coordinate seamless patient care
- Deliver comprehensive care throughout the patient journey, from clinic evaluation and surgical intervention to inpatient management and recovery
- Work with dedicated RN and Medical Assistant support to improve efficiency and optimize the patient experience
- Contribute to a team-based practice focused on high-quality outcomes and exceptional, human-centered care
What You’ll Bring
- Surgical experience, ideally in neurosurgery or another high-acuity surgical specialty
- Confidence in the operating room and the ability to balance clinic, rounding, and perioperative responsibilities
- A collaborative, team-oriented approach and an interest in continued learning
Eligibility for Physician Assistant licensure in New Mexico
What’s in It for You
Compensation and Financial Benefits
Competitive salary starting at $137,000, with tiered increases based on experience
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Potential student loan repayment through the
New Mexico Health Professional Loan Repayment Program
Eligibility for
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Robust retirement plans with employer contributions
CME allowance to support continued professional growth
Fully paid malpractice coverage
Time Away and Family Support
200 hours of Time Off
80 hours of PTO
Four weeks of paid parental leave
Health and Career Support
Medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits beginning on day one
Dedicated RN and Medical Assistant support
- Exposure to advanced neurosurgical technology
- Opportunities to expand surgical and perioperative expertise
- A collaborative environment where your clinical perspective and contributions are valued
Why Presbyterian? Why New Mexico?
At Presbyterian Healthcare Services, you’ll be part of a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system committed to improving the health of our communities and supporting the people who care for them. You’ll have the resources and teamwork to grow professionally while delivering exceptional, human-centered care.
New Mexico offers four distinct seasons, wide-open skies, mountain trails, ski slopes, hot springs, and a vibrant cultural scene. Albuquerque combines city amenities with welcoming communities and abundant opportunities to recharge outside of work.
Let’s Connect
Explore how this opportunity can support your career, financial goals, and life outside of work.
Tammy Duran tduran2@phs.org | (505) 923-5567
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke-free campuses.
Additional Job Description
The minimum requirements are as follows:
For Nurse Practitioner - Masters degree in Nursing, New Mexico Nurse Practitioner license, federal and state DEA license and ANCC or AANP certification required. Minimum of one year experience preferred but not required
For 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 one year experience preferred but not 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.
Learn more about our employee benefits
Presbyterian is not just a great place to practice medicine, it's 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 Tao