Clinical PA/FNP with Breast Surgery Oncology – University of AZ Cancer Center

Banner University Medicine Tucson seeks a highly motivated and independent Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner to join our clinical Breast Surgery Oncology Division at Banner University Medicine, University of Arizona Cancer Center. The position will include managing an independent daily clinic with a mix of new and established patients.

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will be interested in women’s health, highly organized, a team player, and enjoy working independently. The ideal candidate will have, or be willing to learn and develop, the skills to:

• Perform directed history and physical exam for new breast patients
• Assess breast cancer risk using available risk assessment tools
• Evaluate and manage common breast complaints such as breast pain, nipple discharge, breast mass, mastitis
• Evaluate and develop a risk management plan for patients at increased breast cancer risk
• Acquire and use basic breast ultrasound skills
• Perform basic breast procedures such as punch biopsy, drain removal, abscess I&D, seroma aspiration, injection of lesions
• Provide ongoing follow-up/survivorship care for breast cancer patients
• Provide ongoing follow-up for patients at elevated lifetime risk of breast cancer
• Provide follow up for other benign breast conditions as needed
• Refer to other specialties as needed (medical oncology, plastic surgery, genetics)
• Call patients with results of and recommendations from imaging and biopsies
  
  

Attendance at weekly tumor board meetings, monthly breast team meetings and quarterly NAPBC meetings is expected, as well as occasional attendance at various other meetings. This is a highly independent position within a dynamic and collegial team, with the unique opportunity to manage a patient panel with light supervision and involve the surgeon for support as needed and be a participant in helping develop ongoing quality improvements and initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Board Certification, DEA license, and BLS certification are required
• Graduate degree from an accredited NP/PA program with a concentration in Oncology
• Oncology experience is preferred
• 1+ year of experience preferred, but most important is comfort in practicing as a highly independent clinical provider

Work Schedule: M-F | 5-Day, 8-Hour Shifts | No Call (except for limited coverage during occasional faculty absence)

Primary Location: University of Arizona Cancer Center/Banner University Medicine North, 3838 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ

Secondary Location: University of Arizona Cancer Center – Orange Grove Campus, 1891 W. Orange Grove Road, Tucson, AZ

Banner Benefits:

You take care of others. Let us take care of you. At Banner, your benefits package is all about your well-being. But that’s more than just basic medical, dental, and vision coverage — it’s everything that makes you uniquely you, from your emotional health to your family to your satisfaction at work. So, we design your benefits with you in mind. We listen to what you have to say, offer a wide variety of competitive benefits to give you peace of mind and provide additional tools and resources to support you.

• Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off, and CME
• Legal, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Options
• Adoption Assistance, Fertility Benefits, and Parental Leave Support
• Resources available for pet care, childcare, elder care, housekeeping, and tutoring
• 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support, plus coordination of child and elder care
• Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on-demand webinars, sleep guides, mindfulness, and more!
• Financial wellness resources, including retirement plan with matching, employee perks and discounts

Our Community:

The soul of the Sonoran Desert. The flavor of the Southwest. The peacefully blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within surrounding mountain views and the lush Sonoran Desert. With 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak in some sunny vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly community, horseback riding, and daytrip fishing or kayaking. Selfcare enrichment abounds in refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, enriching culture, and entertainment. Tucson was also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 0.5 million, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living to enjoy with those you love most!

We encourage you to include your CV when you apply here. Thank you!

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employer.

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Banner – University Medical Center Tucson is a nationally recognized organization for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children’s Center– recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies.

As Southern Arizona's only Level 1 Trauma Center, we care for the most critically injured patients in our region. Our care is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. Meanwhile, our nursing innovative, safe and thoughtful care has been recognized with Magnet™ designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson.

Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report has ranked Banner – University Medical Center Tucson among the best hospitals in the nation for Geriatrics and for Cardiology and Heart Surgery. We have also been ranked as high performing in a variety of specialties, including:

• Cancer
• Diabetes and Endocrinology
• Ear, Nose and Throat
• Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery
• Gynecology
• Nephrology
• Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Orthopedics
• Pulmonology
• Urology

Magnet Recognition

In 2003, our Tucson campus became the first hospital in Arizona to receive Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing. This designation is a testament to the innovative, safe and thoughtful care our collaborative nurses provide patients every day.

If interested in learning more, we encourage you to visit https://practicewithus.bannerhealth.com!