Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery

Banner University Medicine, in partnership with the University of Arizona, is seeking a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our growing Orthopedic Surgery team in Tucson. This is an exciting opportunity to practice in a collaborative academic environment alongside fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, residents, medical students, and experienced Advanced Practice Providers while caring for a diverse patient population.

This position offers a blend of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities with exposure to a broad spectrum of orthopedic conditions and procedures. The successful candidate will become an integral member of a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing medical education, and supporting clinical innovation.

Whether you are an experienced orthopedic APP or a motivated new graduate seeking strong mentorship and professional development, Banner University Medicine provides an outstanding environment to build a rewarding career.

Position Highlights

• Academic practice in partnership with the University of Arizona
• Collaborative team of orthopedic surgeons, APPs, residents, and medical students
• Combination of inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care
• Opportunity to develop expertise across a broad range of orthopedic conditions
• Strong mentorship and structured onboarding
• New graduates encouraged to apply
• Monday-Friday daytime schedule
• No call
• No weekends
• Practice at both Banner University Medical Center - Main Campus and South Campus

Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner will work closely with the orthopedic team to:

• Evaluate and manage orthopedic patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Assist with perioperative and postoperative patient management
• Provide patient and family education
• Coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Arizona Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Current prescribing privileges, including DEA registration for controlled substances
• Current BLS and CPR certification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong clinical decision-making and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Surgical or orthopedic experience preferred, but not required
• New graduates with a strong interest in orthopedics are encouraged to apply

Why Banner University Medicine?

Banner University Medicine combines the strength of one of the nation's largest nonprofit healthcare systems with the innovation and academic excellence of the University of Arizona. Providers enjoy the resources of an academic medical center while practicing in a collaborative, patient-centered environment focused on education, research, and exceptional clinical care.

Join Banner University Medicine Orthopedics and become part of a nationally recognized academic health system dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and innovation. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

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.

• Paid Sick Time, Time Off, Malpractice, and CME (plus CME allowance!)
• Legal, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Options
• 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 401k with matching or 401b deferred retirement plan options, employee perks and discounts

Our Community:

Tucson is Arizona's second-largest city, nestled in the Sonoran Desert and surrounded by five mountain ranges. This vibrant desert community offers over 350 days of annual sunshine, stunning landscapes including Saguaro National Park, and a rich 4,000-year multicultural heritage. As a University of Arizona research hub and the first American UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Tucson blends exceptional dining, year-round outdoor recreation, thriving arts and cultural scenes, and a growing tech sector-all with strong community spirit and easy access to nature.

If interested, apply with your CV here for immediate consideration. Thank you!

As an equal opportunity employer, Banner - University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of culture and community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO Employer.

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