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Lovelace Health System
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lovelace Emergency Orthopedics NP or PA needed in Albuquerque, NM

Nurse PractitionerNo callFull-Time Full Practice Authority

Listed compensation

$75k

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Job Description

Lovelace Emergency Orthopedic Group is seeking a NP or PA in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Position Highlights

Full-time

No Call Required

Responsibilities include evaluation and management of orthopedic patients in the Emergency Department, hospital rounding, pre- and post-operative care, orthopedic surgical first assist duties, including complex fracture procedures, and follow-up care in the clinic setting.

The Advanced Practice Provider works collaboratively with the Emergency Orthopedic Service physicians to provide high-quality orthopedic care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values APPs as integral providers

Smart Technology: See more patients without extending your day. Our providers use Epic EMR and Ambience AI scribe technology to automate documentation, reduce administrative burden, improve patient flow, and ensure accurate coding—leading to better work-life balance and revenue.

Qualifications

  • Licensed NP or PA with prescriptive authority in New Mexico
  • DEA license required
  • New Grads Accepted

Compensation & Benefits

Caring for our team members is part of our purpose. We work to provide high-quality, affordable benefits that support your health and financial well-being. Your recruitment package may include:

  • Base Salary
  • Commencement Bonus
  • Relocation Allowance
  • CME/CEU Allowance
  • Medical Debt Assistance + consultative services via Navigate Student Loans
  • Paid Malpractice Coverage
  • Health Benefits + Retirement Plan

Marketing & Practice Growth Support

Student Loan Repayment Assistance: The New Mexico Health Professional Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP) provides eligible providers with up to $75,000 in repayment assistance for outstanding student loans.

Free Childcare: New Mexico now offers universal, no-cost childcare for all families, eliminating copays and income limits statewide-saving physicians and APPs an average of $12,000–$14,000 per child per year while providing access to any licensed childcare setting.

About Us

Lovelace Health System (LHS) has been committed to meeting the growing healthcare needs of Lovelace Medical Center since 1912. With a total of 613 beds, LHS is comprised of Lovelace Medical Center, Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Lovelace Regional Hospital, New Mexico Heart Institute, and Lovelace Medical Group.

About Our Community

Surrounded by the stunning Sandia Mountains and the expansive Rio Grande and nestled in the heart of the American Southwest, Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of rich cultural heritage and modern amenities, making it an ideal destination for healthcare professionals seeking a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.

The city's thriving arts scene includes numerous galleries, theaters, and music venues that celebrate a blend of Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures. The annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the world’s largest hot-air balloon festival, highlights the city's dynamic community spirit.

Albuquerque's culinary scene is renowned for its distinctive New Mexican cuisine, blending traditional and contemporary flavors. With top-tier educational institutions and highly rated schools, Albuquerque supports lifelong learning.

The cost of living is below the national average, and a sunny climate with over 300 days of sunshine annually ensures a high quality of life. Embrace a career and lifestyle enriched by Albuquerque's unique charm, cultural depth, and professional opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

The provider will evaluate and manage orthopedic patients in the Emergency Department, including hospital rounding and pre- and post-operative care. They will also perform surgical first assist duties and provide follow-up care in a clinic setting.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Orthopedic EvaluationPatient ManagementPre-operative CareClinical CareDocumentation Automation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Lovelace Emergency Orthopedics NP or PA needed in Albuquerque, NM at Lovelace Health System a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Orthopedic Surgery (NP) — ranked against 120 active Orthopedic Surgery (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Orthopedic Surgery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 42 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% are remote, 74% have no call, 86% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution25 jobs · 14 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
67% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
21% this job
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.1
Better work-life than 70% of Orthopedic Surgery (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 120 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call

Living in Albuquerque

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$340k≈ 4.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,455/mo≈ 23% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Albuquerque, NM metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Lovelace Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Albuquerque, NM
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Base Salary
Commencement Bonus
Relocation Allowance
CME/CEU Allowance
Medical Debt Assistance
Paid Malpractice Coverage
Health Benefits
Retirement Plan