Neurosurgery APP (PA or ACNP) | Banner University Medicine Tucson, AZ

Banner - University Medicine Tucson is actively interviewing experienced APP's (Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner) to join our thriving Neurosurgery Department at Banner - University Medical Center Tucson. As the region's only accredited Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center serving the Southern Arizona community with exceptional patient care and empathy.

Our advanced practice providers are continually learning, adapting, and involved in the clinical management of neurological surgery patients, performance of therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, interpretation of diagnostic tests, prescription of medications, education, consultation, and research to treat the diverse patient population in the region.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with 2+ years of experience
• PA/NP Board Certification
• DEA license, BLS, CPR, ACLS certification
• Direct patient care (inpatient and outpatient)
• First assist in Neurosurgery cases
• Team player with a willingness to learn and thrive in an academic environment

 Work Schedule:  

• Quality of Life!
• 2 full days of clinic, plus 2 12-hour inpatient shifts
• Nights/Weekends included

Primary Location: Banner University Medical Center Tucson Campus | Department of Neurosurgery, 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719

Compensation Highlights:

Banner Health offers an industry-leading benefits package that provides security for you and your family, including:

• Competitive Compensation, Incentives, and Relocation stipend
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy plans
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible
• Paid time off plans
• Eligible for benefits coverage within 30 days
• Financial savings resources
• Career advancement and optimal work/life balance
• Employee Discounts

Our Community:

• The blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within the Southern Rocky Mountains and the lush Sonoran Desert.
• With 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak some sunny Vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly community, horseback riding, rock climbing, mountain biking, fishing, and kayaking. Selfcare enrichment abounds in refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, enriching culture, and entertainment.
• Tucson is also a designated UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene and Southern Arizona’s wine country.
• Southern Arizona boasts unique day trips to the charms of Sonoita Wine Country, the legendary town of Tombstone, and the inspiring artistic colonies of Tubac and Bisbee.
• With a population of slightly over 0.5 million, metropolitan Tucson is a beautiful growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living.

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!