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Posted 21 July, 2026

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant - Tucson, Arizona

CHSPSC, LLC.
Tucson, AZ, US Full Time

Job Description

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\n Northwest Medical Center is seeking a Cardiothoracic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its ICU team in Tucson, Arizona. This is a hospital-employed opportunity within a large, busy multispecialty group, offering strong clinical support, competitive compensation, and the ability to work closely with complex cardiothoracic surgical patients in a high-acuity inpatient setting.\n
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\n At Northwest Medical Center, you’ll be part of Community Health Systems, a national network of regional hospitals with a shared mission to deliver high-quality care where it’s needed most — close to home.\n
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Position Highlights\n
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  • Hospital-employed Cardiothoracic ACNP or PA opportunity
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  • PRN consideration available
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  • 100% inpatient ICU-based role
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  • Must have ICU experience
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  • Responsible for assisting with ICU procedures
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  • Post-operative management of open-heart and lung surgery patients
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  • Review of pre-operative labs and imaging studies
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  • Discharge management for post-surgical patients
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  • Collaborative multispecialty ICU team environment
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Comprehensive Benefits Package May Include\n
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  • Competitive salary
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  • Commencement bonus
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  • Relocation assistance
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  • Malpractice coverage
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  • Excellent health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
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  • Annual CME allowance
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  • Referral bonuses
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If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
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Send your CV and letter of interest to Barry Edsell at [email protected] or reach out directly with any questions at 615-660-2043

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About the Hospital\n

Northwest Medical Center is a 287-bed acute care hospital serving northwest Tucson and surrounding communities. The hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including emergency care, surgical services, cardiology, womens health, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation services, and specialty care. As a long-standing healthcare provider in southern Arizona, Northwest Medical Center plays a central role in delivering coordinated care across the region in collaboration with affiliated hospitals, urgent care centers, surgery centers, and physician practices.

Community\n

Northwest Tucson and the nearby Oro Valley offer a high quality of life with more than 300 days of sunshine annually, access to the Sonoran Desert, and abundant outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and golf. The area features cultural events, shopping districts, higher education institutions such as The University of Arizona, and a diverse culinary scene. Strong schools, affordable housing, and a growing economy make the region attractive for families and professionals.

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