Physician Assistant - Radiology

Banner – University Medicine Tucson is growing and interviewing Physician Assistants to provide exceptional patient care services as part of the Interventional Radiology team. The position provides an excellent opportunity to work with a robust interventional team offering all procedure types and complexity levels. As an advanced level provider, the candidate will autonomously perform procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, drain/tube exchanges, and line placement. They will also assist in working up consults and managing patients.

• Evaluation of the daily schedule of procedures with the supervising physician to determine where skills set will be best utilized.
• Performance of procedures under the guidance of the supervising Radiologist such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, biopsies, drain/tube exchanges, and line placement.
• Evaluation of preliminary reports and preparation of technical reports for review and sign-off by the supervising Radiologist
• Participation in patient case management including prescribing additional imaging procedures, following review with the supervising Radiologist.
• Assessment and evaluation the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient
• Administration and order management of medications, with supervising Radiologist co-signature prior to order initiation
• Response to urgent and emergent situations during the performance of essential functions which may include initial patient rescue.
• Collection and analysis of information regarding equipment, procedures and work environment for radiation safety, patient safety, risk management and quality management for recommendation and implementation of corrective action, if necessary
• Preparation of tumor board cases for collaborative team review

Practice Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Daytime Hours  

Minimum Qualifications

• PA Certification is required.
• Experience performing Radiologic Procedures is preferred but not required. On the job training will be provided as needed. 
• Fluoroscopy and Ultrasound Guidance Certification is preferred.

Locations:

• Banner University Medical Center Tucson, 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719
• Banner University Medical Center South, 2800 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713

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
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• As one of the nations largest non-profit health systems, you'd qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• 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. 
• Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Options

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 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!

Submit your CV for immediate consideration at [email protected]

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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