PA/ACNP Trauma/Burn Surgery at Banner University Medical Center Tucson, AZ

In partnership with the University of Arizona, the Level One Trauma Burn Division is now interviewing collaborative Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to join our developing program with Banner University Medical Group for inpatient and outpatient patient care, wound changes, and consultations for Burn Surgery patients supervised by the Burn Division attending. This role is based on performing patient consultations, physical examinations, and patient follow-up under physician supervision while working alongside and expanding education for residents, students, and nursing. Under the supervision of the Burn Division attending, the ideal candidate manages the multifaceted requests and pressures in the burn and wound care setting with timeliness, efficiency, and grace. This role sustains the established processes of poly trauma burn patients clinical care (inpatient and outpatient settings) while supporting some research projects and outreach activity (Non-Operative Time). This position is open to experienced and steadfast graduating acute care nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Experience in wound, burn, critical patient care or EMS experience is preferred.

Work Schedule:

M-F | 4-Day 10-Hour Shifts (Weekends are a possibility in the future)

Minimum Requirements:

• Board Certification as a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP w/RNFA Certification)
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of AZ
• BLS certification is required/TNCC or ATLS certification is preferred

Practice Details:

• Inpatient/Outpatient role and will also provide First-Assist as needed
• Desire to work alongside and expand on education for students, residents, and nursing is essential
• Wound, Burn and Acute patient care experience is preferred
• Responsible for evaluating patients in the emergency room, devising treatment plans, conducting rounds, issuing orders, performing complex wound dressing changes,
• Experienced and New Graduating PA or ACNP are encouraged to apply

Location:

Banner--University Medical Center-Tucson - 1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719

Banner--University Medical Center-North - 3838 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719

Our Community: The soulful Sonoran Desert. The flavorful 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 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!

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 POS13631*

About Banner Health

You want to help lead change in the health care field – rather than just react to it. You want to spend your time doing what you do best – caring for patients. You belong at Banner Medical Group (BMG) and Banner – University Medicine Group (BUMG).As Banner Health's employed physician group with more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practitioners across more than 65 specialties, BMG, is transforming the delivery of care. This transformation can most clearly be seen in our Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) implementation. Through PCMH, we’re organizing care around patients, working in teams and coordinating and tracking care over time. The end result is the highest quality and most efficient delivery of patient care.For physicians working in their own practices, we have two different paths to lead you to a colorful career with Banner Health.We also offer faculty positions at Banner – University Medicine Center in partnership with the University of Arizona.