What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner Vascular Surgery & Wound Care position at vascsa?
VEIN AND ARTERY SURGICAL CONSULTANTS
215 N San Saba Ste 206 San Antonio TX 78207
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Vascular Surgery & Wound Care
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our growing vascular surgery practice in San Antonio. This is an excellent opportunity for an NP who enjoys developing long-term patient relationships while working closely with vascular surgeons.
Previous vascular experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with backgrounds in cardiology, nephrology/dialysis, wound care, interventional radiology, surgery, or other related specialties are encouraged to apply. The right candidate will receive support and training to develop expertise in the evaluation and management of patients with vascular disease.
Key Responsibilities
Perform new patient and follow-up evaluations.
Obtain comprehensive histories and perform physical examinations.
Hospital rounding
Evaluate patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), venous disease, and dialysis-access conditions.
Review vascular ultrasound studies, diagnostic testing, laboratory results, and imaging.
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with vascular surgeons.
Provide preoperative and postoperative patient care.
Manage and monitor postoperative wounds and surgical recovery.
Evaluate dialysis-access patients, including AV fistulas and AV grafts.
Identify patients requiring additional diagnostic testing or procedural intervention.
Provide patient and family education regarding vascular disease, risk-factor modification, procedures, and postoperative care.
Coordinate care with dialysis centers, nephrologists, wound-care providers, primary-care physicians, podiatrists, hospitalist, and other referring providers.
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation.
Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, medical assistants, ultrasound technologists, and administrative team members.
Qualifications
Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in Texas.
Current national Nurse Practitioner certification.
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and patient-education skills.
Ability to work independently while maintaining close collaboration with physicians.
Organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced specialty practice.
Interest in developing expertise in vascular disease and vascular patient management.
Preferred Clinical Background
Vascular surgery
Cardiology or cardiovascular medicine
Nephrology or dialysis
Wound care
Interventional radiology
General surgery or other surgical specialties
Acute-care or hospital-based medicine
Vascular experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided for the right candidate.
Why Join Our Team?
Our practice provides the opportunity to develop specialized expertise while caring for patients throughout the continuum of vascular care - from initial evaluation and diagnostic testing through intervention and postoperative follow-up. The Nurse Practitioner will work directly with experienced vascular surgeons and become an integral part of a growing vascular program.
Monday-Friday schedule, 1 weekend call partnered with surgeon once a month
Outpatient practice environment
Direct collaboration with vascular surgeons
Exposure to a broad range of vascular conditions
Opportunity to develop specialized vascular expertise
Professional growth opportunities
Supportive multidisciplinary team environment