Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Vascular Surgery; Mountain View, CA

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Vascular Surgery (Mountain View, CA)

Mountain View, California, United States (on-site)

Salary: $193,000 – $279,000 per year (Yearly Salary)

Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (PAFMG) is seeking a skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Vascular Surgery team in Mountain View, CA.

• Assess, diagnose, plan, and implement comprehensive medical care for patients in close collaboration with a supervising physician.
• Function within the full scope of licensure and be accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of care.
• Provide direct patient care, patient and family education, and care transitions.
• Conduct medical consultations, perform therapeutic procedures as delegated, assist with surgical procedures, complete daily rounds as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care through an organized, multidisciplinary team approach across the care continuum.

• Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Or graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Or possess a Master’s:
  Nursing degree.

• PA-Physician Assistant.
• Or NP-California Nurse Practitioner by California Department of Consumer Affairs.
• NP-F – Nurse Practitioner Furnishing.
• RN-California Registered Nurse.
• CSRC – Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA).
• BLS – Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.
• NCCPA – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants required at hire or within 12 months if hired before 07/10/2025 (PAs may not bill for services without NCCPA).
• Other certifications based on departmental requirements.

• 2 years of recent relevant experience.
• Preferred – Sclerotherapy.

• Advanced nursing theories, concepts, practice, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Knowledge of healthcare industry safety policies, best practices, patient care and privacy regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office, Electronic Health Record).
• Ability to prioritize and delegate assignments, work within standardized policies and procedures.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team in an environment with interruptions.
• Problem‑solving skills for standard issues with appropriate solutions.
• Ensuring privacy of protected health information (PHI).
• Building collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.
• Critical thinking for specialized departments, including age‑appropriate assessments.

• Generous compensation with bonus potential.
• Excellent benefits, including zero‑cost medical insurance.
• Advanced practice technology, including EPIC.
• Positive work‑life balance and access to Northern California’s natural beauty.
• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents.
• Relocation assistance.
• CME allowance.
• Robust retirement program.

Based in Sacramento, we provide healthcare to over 3.5 million Californians. Our integrated health system offers a connected care model that delivers treatment when, where, and how people need it. We are partners in wellness, a hub for innovation, advocates for community health, and a career catalyst for future medical professionals.

Mountain View is a diverse community located in Silicon Valley. It offers excellent public services, a thriving business base, and a high quality of life while maintaining strong neighborhoods and civic engagement.

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