Job Information:
A growing, physician led kidney care practice in Tucson is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its collaborative and patient focused team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a long term career in nephrology while working alongside experienced physicians in a highly supportive training environment. Whether you are an experienced APP or a motivated new graduate, this team is committed to helping you succeed. Providers with backgrounds in hospital medicine, ICU, internal medicine, dialysis, or nephrology are especially encouraged to apply. Comprehensive nephrology training is provided. This well established practice is part of a national network that puts providers at the center of care and prioritizes exceptional outcomes for patients living with chronic kidney disease and ESRD.
What You'll Do:
You will split your time between outpatient clinic care and dialysis rounding while collaborating closely with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams. The role offers a dynamic schedule, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on patients managing complex chronic conditions. Responsibilities include:
Dialysis rounding in outpatient dialysis centers
Chronic kidney disease management in clinic settings
Collaborating with physicians to co manage patient care
Developing treatment plans and educating patients and families
Managing ESRD related complications including hypertension, anemia, electrolyte imbalances, and vascular access concerns
Ordering and interpreting labs and diagnostic studies
Coordinating care across multiple healthcare settings
Schedule Highlights
Combination of clinic and dialysis rounding
Typically 3 to 4 days of dialysis rounding and 2 to 3 clinic days
Dialysis units and clinics are located within reasonable driving distance of one another
Collaborative APP and physician team model
If you are looking for a career where you can grow clinically, work with an experienced and collaborative team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Active or eligible Arizona licensure
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Passion for patient centered care and teamwork
Bilingual Spanish skills are helpful but not required
Benefits:
Competitive salary plus productivity incentives
First year salary guarantee with no penalty during ramp up
Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
PTO package
No call responsibilities
No weekend coverage expected
Strong mentorship and structured onboarding
Established and highly respected nephrology program
Patient centered culture with extensive clinical resources and support
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
This employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and complies with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. They maintain a workplace free from harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based on any protected status, including age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions including hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and termination reflect this ongoing commitment.
