Shape the Future of Trauma Care: APP Opportunity at Level 1 Medical Center

Shape the Future of Trauma Care: APP Opportunity at Southern Arizona's Only Level 1 Center

Banner - University Medicine Tucson

Banner - University Medicine Tucson is seeking a dynamic and team-focused Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our elite Trauma team. As the only accredited Level 1 Trauma Center serving Southern Arizona, we deliver exceptional patient care with compassion and expertise.

Why Join Our Team?

Our advanced providers thrive in a collaborative environment where continuous learning and growth are encouraged. You will work in a respectful, transparent setting managing trauma and acute general surgery patients while having opportunities to:

• Develop your clinical expertise
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
• Interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications
• Participate in education and research initiatives

We are committed to your professional development. Collaborative, highly motivated new graduates with patient care or EMS experience who enjoy a fast-paced team environment are encouraged to apply!

Key Responsibilities

• Trauma Bay Presence: Active participation during trauma activations
• Patient Evaluation: Comprehensive assessment of trauma patients
• Clinical Management: Ordering tests, consulting specialists, and arranging admissions
• Procedural Skills: Performing chest tubes, central lines, arterial lines, laceration repairs, I&Ds, and occasional intubations
• Continuity of Care: Serving as a consistent presence on the team
• Team Communication: Coordinating care through various channels
• Documentation: Maintaining thorough patient records
• Discharge Planning: Working with case managers for smooth transitions of care
• First Assist: Surgical assistance when needed

Practice Details

• Role: Combined clinic and inpatient responsibilities
• Schedule: Full-time | Monday - Sunday | Four; ten-hour shifts per week
• Shifts: Day and mid-shift coverage (night coverage possibility in future)
• Location:

Banner - University Medical Center Tucson | 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719

Qualifications

• Board Certification as a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• RNFA certificate required at time of application
• Arizona license or eligibility
• BLS certification required
• TNCC or ATLS certification preferred
• Surgical patient care experience preferred (new graduates considered)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

At Banner, we take care of our team members so they can take care of others:

• Competitive compensation with paid sick time, PTO, and CME
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Family-friendly benefits including adoption assistance, fertility benefits, and parental leave
• Resources for pet care, childcare, elder care, housekeeping, and tutoring
• 24/7 confidential mental health support
• Comprehensive well-being program
• Financial wellness resources including retirement plan with matching
• Employee perks, discounts, and voluntary insurance options

Experience Tucson, Arizona

Discover the soul of the Sonoran Desert in Tucson, a peacefully blooming community nestled among mountain views:

• 350+ days of annual sunshine
• Championship golf courses and scenic hiking trails
• Cycling-friendly community with outdoor recreation options
• UNESCO City of Gastronomy with exciting culinary adventures
• Rich cultural scene with art galleries and entertainment
• Attractive cost of luxury living in a growing city with a college town feel

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.