Presurgical Clearance in Tucson, AZ

Carondelet Medical Group and Tenet Healthcare are seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our team in Tucson, AZ. This position will focus on performing presurgical clearances for patients undergoing neurosurgery and orthopedic procedures. As a vital member of the surgical team, you will play an important role in ensuring patient readiness and supporting high-quality outcomes.

While experienced candidates are always valued, we are also considering new graduates for this role.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday
• No call or weekend responsibilities
• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

• $5,000.00 Sign on bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Continuing medical education (CME) allowance
• Malpractice coverage

Why Tucson, Arizona?
Tucson offers a unique blend of desert beauty, cultural diversity, and modern amenities. Highlights include:

• Year-round sunshine and outdoor recreation with nearby mountains, hiking, and biking trails
• Affordable cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas
• Rich cultural scene with local arts, dining, and historic neighborhoods
• Easy access to weekend getaways in Phoenix, the Sonoran Desert, and southern Arizona wine country

Carondelet Health Network

For over 135 years, Carondelet Health Network has provided top-quality, affordable healthcare services to Southern Arizona. We're proud to be comprised of a comprehensive network of healthcare providers, including St. Mary's Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Carondelet Neurological Institute, Carondelet Heart and Vascular Institute, Marana Hospital, St. Raphael's Emergency Center and numerous physician offices throughout the Tucson, Green Valley, and Nogales areas.

Our network is renowned for its exceptional services in neurology, cardiology, orthopedics, women's health, bariatrics and rehabilitation care. As the only Catholic hospital system in Southern Arizona, our dedication to compassionate care extends to our associates, patients, their families and the wider community. We welcome you to join our team of healthcare professionals, dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our patients and neighbors.

A few of our distinctions:

St. Joseph's Hospital:

• Received the 2022 Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.
• Certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by DNV Healthcare.
• Designated as a Cardiac Arrest Receiving Center by Arizona Department of Health Services.
• Accredited as a Chest Pain Center by American College of Cardiology.
• Certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation for cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs.

St. Mary's Hospital:

• Received the 2022 Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get With the Guidelines program.
• Certified as a Primary Plus Stroke Center by DNV Healthcare.
• Accredited as a Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiologists at Level 5 in 2014 and 2017, with cycle VI in process and completion target date of 6/21.
• Designated as a Cardiac Receiving Center by the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Other recognitions:

About Tenet Health

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At Tenet Healthcare, we believe in fostering an environment that enables our physicians to focus on what matters most – providing compassionate care to the communities we serve. That care is supported by a strong foundation of highly trained and mission-driven team members, advanced medical equipment, medical expertise, and robust data and technology.

Our footprint is expansive, allowing thousands of physicians the privilege to serve patients across the country. Whether you are just finishing your residency or fellowship training, or exploring ways to further your medical career, Tenet is proud to offer a wide range of opportunities to the medical community to advance our mission of providing quality, compassionate care.