Physician Assistant Job In Sahuarita, Arizona
FT Nocturnist Emergency Medicine PA Opportunity in Sahuarita, AZ
Northwest Medical Center at Sahuarita
Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is an 18-bed neighborhood hospital. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita features a full-service emergency department, two operating rooms, outpatient imaging and lab services. Offering cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedic surgery, general surgery and more, we're excited to take care of our friends and neighbors, conveniently close to home.
Northwest Medical Center at Sahuarita is seeking an experienced Nocturnist PA for our Emergency Medicine Program:
• 22,630 Annual ED Visits
• 1.8 patients/hour
• 27 Hours of Physician Coverage daily
• 12 Hours of PA Coverage nightly
• EMR: Cerner
• Competitive compensation, including night differential
Community Overview:
Tucson is a great "secret" place to settle down. The mid-sized city of almost a million people has a smaller town feel while still offering big-city amenities. If you love being outdoors, this is the city for you. Routinely making the top 5 list for cleanest air quality in a U.S. city, Tucson also offers 283+ days of sunshine annually. Being neighbors with Mexico and California has perks: fruits and vegetables are incredibly fresh, and the Mexican food couldn’t be more delicious and authentic!
Community Facts
Population:520,116 city;1,000,000 county
Tucson is 90 miles southeast of Phoenix.
Tucson offers:
- Year-round outdoor recreation
- Art, culture, history
- Shopping,dining, spas, resorts
- Annual Tucson Gem and Mineral Show
- ElTourde Tucson Bicycle Race
- PGA Accenture Match Play Championships
Points of Interest:
- Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
- KittPeak National Observatory
- San Xavierdel Bac Mission
- Mt.Lemmon
- Pima Air & Space Museum
Weather
Average annual rainfall :12"
Average Temperature in winter: 65 degrees Average temperature in summer: 100 degrees
Market Data
Average household income $45,521
Average cost of existing 3BR home: $251,963
Average cost of a 2BR apartment:$746/mo.
State Income Tax: 2.88-4.54%
Education
Arizona students perform well above the national standards according to the Arizona Department of Education.
High Schools: 39public/21private
Middle Schools: 48public/38private
Elementary: 134public/56private
Higher Education: University of Arizona; Pima Community College; University of Phoenix
NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER SAHUARITA - Your Place to Shine!
Northwest Healthcare is the largest hospital system in Southern Arizona with an integrated healthcare network. It has expanded its services and footprint throughout Tucson and surrounding areas. With four hospitals (300-bed Northwest Medical Center, 146-bed Oro Valley Hospital, 18-bed Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita, and 145-bed Northwest Medical Center Houghton), Northwest Healthcare has positioned themselves strategically to become the healthcare service leader for Southern Arizona residents. In addition to the four hospitals, Northwest Healthcare also operates two freestanding emergency departments, two ambulatory surgery centers, three large provider groups (primary care, specialty care, and cardiology), and three urgent care centers.
SAHUARITA, AZ - Work. Live. Play.
Sahuarita is an oasis of recreation, history and leisurely activities. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast, or enjoy endless entertainment options, Southern Arizona have something for everyone. Known for its affordable housing and nationally recognized top rated schools, our community is a wonderful place to raise a family. Due to our close proximity to airports that will take you away on stunning vacations, the state of Arizona is filled with adventurous weekend getaways. Southern Arizona is well-known for its majestic mountain ranges, hiking and biking trails, dining, beautiful desert scenery, and year-round outdoor activities. Southern Arizona is rich in history and cultural events too. And, if you are a foodie, you will love living here! UNESCO named Tucson (20 miles north of Sahuarita) as the first City of Gastronomy in the United States! The culinary heritage is a perfect mix of Mexican and Native American tradition. Every bite is an experience!
Discover your best life in Sahuarita, Arizona!
- A sunshine mecca with an average of 300+ days of sunshine a year
- Highly-rated golf, tennis and biking destination
- Year-round hiking! Discover a new trail to explore every weekend
- View the majestic Saguaro National Park and take the most stunning sunset photos
- Burgeoning microbrewery scene and award-winning regional wineries
- Sports galore! Of course there is the University of Arizona athletics, but did you know we have an ice hockey team in the desert, soccer and an indoor football league team?
- World-renowned spas and resorts (The Ritz-Carlton at Dove Mountain, Canyon Ranch, Miraval)
- The Tucson Gem & Mineral Show, the largest gem show in the world
- El Tour de Tucson is one of the largest road cycling events in the United States, attracting cyclists from all over the world
- Get your winter snow skiing fix just an hour away on Mount Lemmon
- Experience all four season in beautiful Northern Arizona and White Mountains, less than a four-hour drive
- Explore Indian Ruins – Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot
- Top-rated schools and other educational facilities
- History and Culture: Tombstone, Bisbee, San Xavier Mission, Tubac, Desert Museum, Biosphere, and much more
- San Diego is less than a six hour drive for a fabulous weekend getaway
- Tucson International Airport (TUS) - fly nonstop to over 22 destination airports in the United States, Canada and Mexico
- Test your luck at the casinos – Las Vegas is just a 60 minute flight away
- Wineries in Sonoita and Wilcox, AZ
- Enjoy weekend getaways to some of the most beautiful and popular attractions that are all within a 2-5 hour drive, such as:
- Phoenix, AZ (111 miles)
- Sedona, AZ (227 miles)
- San Diego (400 miles)
- Rocky Point, Mexico (214 miles)
- The Grand Canyon (340 miles)
- Experience all four season in beautiful Flagstaff, Arizona (256 miles)
- Bisbee, AZ (97 miles)
- Tubac, AZ (48 miles)
- Los Angeles, CA ( 483 miles)
- Antelope Canyon (387 miles)
The top attractions in Arizona are just a drive away for relaxing weekend getaways:
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g28924-Activities-Arizona.html
- https://travel.usnews.com/features/top-things-to-do-in-arizona
- https://www.busytourist.com/things-to-do-places-to-visit-arizona/
- https://tourscanner.com/blog/fun-things-to-do-in-arizona/