Physician Surgery-Vascular - Competitive Salary
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Vascular Surgeon (Outpatient) Position -
Albuquerque, New Mexico Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Overview:
Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers an extraordinary blend of culture,
natural beauty, and economic opportunity, making it an ideal place
to live and work. Nestled in the high desert at the base of Sandia
Mountains, Albuquerque enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually,
providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including
hiking, biking, skiing, and hot air ballooning. The New Mexico VA
Health Care System (NMVAHCS), located in the heart of Albuquerque,
serves as a cornerstone of the community's healthcare. NMVAHCS
provides comprehensive, innovative care to our nation's Veterans,
offering cutting-edge research and robust educational programs
through its partnership with the University of New Mexico. This
healthcare system is dedicated to fostering excellence in patient
care and professional growth, making it an outstanding environment
for medical professionals to thrive. Major Duties of the Position:
Provide high-quality vascular surgical services in our progressive,
innovative health care system for the veteran outpatient
population. Deliver patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic
vascular surgical care in an outpatient setting. Develop and
implement individualized care plans to address the specific
vascular surgical needs of patients. Perform and interpret various
vascular surgical procedures, including endovascular repairs,
arterial reconstructions, bypass grafts, and other related
surgeries. Collaborate with other specialists to provide
comprehensive vascular care, including cases that may require
multidisciplinary management. Teach and mentor medical students,
residents, and fellows, contributing to educational development
programs affiliated with the University of New Mexico, School of
Medicine. Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care,
teaching, and research, and be eligible for a faculty appointment
in the Department of Surgery at the University of New Mexico. Work
with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care for
outpatient vascular surgery patients. VA Offers a Comprehensive
Total Rewards Package: VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment
Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Highly qualified individuals may be
eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive in accordance with
agency policy. To receive consideration for an incentive, the
selectee must be among the best qualified and meet the criteria
established in the VA Handbook 5007 Part VI Chapter 2. Service
agreement required. Compensation and Benefits: Pay: Competitive
salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid
Time Off: 50–55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual
leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and
possible 5-day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional
federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in
contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term
life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried
into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from
any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year
reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant
restrictions on moonlighting Come join us in providing exceptional
healthcare to our veterans in beautiful Albuquerque, where your
professional growth and quality of life will thrive.
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