Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Surgical Cardiology - Flagstaff, AZ

Northern Arizona Healthcare Flagstaff, AZ, US

Overview

We are looking for a dedicated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the Northern Arizona Healthcare Medical Group, the largest group practice north of the Phoenix Metro area. As a member of the Cardiovascular Institute, you will be part of a team of 20 advanced practice providers and 19 physicians specializing in general cardiology, noninvasive cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, sleep medicine, cardiothoracic surgery, and vascular surgery. The Cardiovascular Institute is expanding and offering more services. This position is based in Flagstaff, Arizona, at our Flagstaff Medical Center campus, where you will join a thriving open-heart surgery program – celebrating its 20th anniversary – consisting of 3 advanced practice providers and 2 surgeons. The program is affiliated with Phoenix Cardiac Surgery, known as Arizona's premier cardiac surgery group. This amazing opportunity allows you to build your career and make a meaningful impact by giving back to the medically underserved communities in the area.

Responsibilities

Our organization boasts:

Board certified physicians from top programs across the country
Over 200 employed providers
Outpatient Surgical Centers
Cardiovascular Institute
Orthopedic & Spine Institute, EntireCare Rehab and Sports Medicine
Cancer Centers
A strong and growing primary care base

Live the Good Life

Nestled in the breathtaking San Francisco Peaks mountains, Flagstaff is surrounded by majestic landscapes and scenery, and residents enjoy all four seasons. Sedona and Cottonwood, ideally situated above the heat of the desert and below the cooler temperatures of Arizona’s high country, are blessed with four mild seasons marked by abundant sunshine and clean air. All three communities are family-oriented and have great schools and outdoor activities including camping, hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, golfing and more. The entire region is rich with arts and culture as well as exceptional restaurants, wineries and breweries. In addition, wherever you live and work you are well-positioned for weekend getaways in the vibrant cities of Phoenix and Las Vegas.

Qualifications

If you want to join an organization at a time of growth, transformation, and innovation, centered on providing high quality, cost-effective, and convenient care for our patients, we want to talk to you!

Contact Physician Recruiter, Chase Stalcup at Chase.Stalcup@nahealth.com or call 817-675-3415.

You’ll come for the View and stay for the Vision!

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