Surgery - Vascular Physician

    Posted 24 days ago
    Trenton, NJ · Onsite

    Full Time

    Onsite

    About the job

    Vascular Surgeon

    We are recruiting a vascular surgeon for a full-time role in New Jersey and New York. The physician will provide vascular consults in an ambulatory practice and in skilled nursing facilities, read and interpret noninvasive vascular studies, and perform minimally invasive procedures including peripheral arterial angiography with interventions and venous ablation. The surgeon will collaborate closely with wound care teams to optimize limb preservation and wound healing outcomes.

    Job Description

    • Provide on-site vascular consults and follow-up visits for residents of skilled nursing facilities across assigned service areas.
    • Provide on-site vascular consultations and follow-up visits for patients in multiple ambulatory practices.
    • Interpret noninvasive vascular studies including arterial and venous duplex ultrasound, ankle brachial index and toe brachial index, pulse volume recordings, and related physiologic tests.
    • Perform endovascular procedures including diagnostic angiography, angioplasty, stenting, and atherectomy as clinically indicated.
    • Perform venous interventions including radiofrequency venous ablation and Varithena when appropriate.
    • Perform ultrasound-guided procedures including venous access and foam sclerotherapy when appropriate.
    • Document clinical encounters in the electronic health record with accuracy and completeness that supports medical necessity, coding, and payer requirements.
    • Participate in interdisciplinary care planning with wound care nurses, physicians, and facility staff to support wound healing and limb salvage.
    • Adhere to sterile technique, safety protocols, and quality assurance processes for all diagnostic and interventional procedures.
    • Travel between facilities and procedure locations as scheduled by the practice.

    Schedule and Practice Settings

    • Full-time weekday schedule with minimal call and no weekends. Clinical work will include on-site facility rounding, noninvasive study interpretation, and endovascular procedures performed in a variety of settings that may include outpatient ambulatory practices, skilled nursing facilities, an office-based lab, and an ambulatory surgery center.

    Team Support

    • Clinical support includes registered vascular technologists, registered nurses, and medical scribes.

    Requirements

    • MD or DO with completion of an ACGME accredited vascular surgery fellowship.
    • Board certified in vascular surgery.
    • Unrestricted New Jersey and New York medical licenses or eligibility to obtain.
    • DEA and New Jersey CDS registration or eligibility.
    • Demonstrated proficiency in endovascular interventions, venous ablation using RFA and Varithena, and ultrasound-guided procedures.
    • Competence in interpretation of noninvasive vascular studies.
    • Strong clinical documentation skills and familiarity with CMS coverage and compliance requirements.
    • Valid driver license and reliable transportation for regional travel.

    Preferred Experience

    • Prior experience caring for patients in skilled nursing facilities or post-acute settings.
    • Interest in limb preservation and collaboration with wound care programs.
    • Familiarity with advanced wound imaging and perfusion assessment tools.

    Benefits

    • Competitive compensation with a base salary plus a productivity bonus. Benefits include malpractice coverage, CME allowance, and a 401K plan.
    • Additional details will be discussed with qualified candidates.

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.