GI Nurse Practitioner with focus on IBD Banner University Medicine Tucson, AZ

Banner University Medicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Gastroenterology Clinic at Banner University Medical Center North Campus in Tucson, Arizona. This position focuses on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), providing specialized clinical care for patients with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. You will work as part of a dedicated IBD practice within a dynamic gastroenterology team.

Clinical Setting

Banner University Medical Center Tucson is a 649-bed hospital recognized as the #1 hospital in Tucson and Best Regional Hospital for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. The gastroenterology service line consists of 6 physicians and 2 Advanced Practice Providers. The department is located at Banner University Medicine North Campus, 3838 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719.

Responsibilities

• Manage an established IBD patient panel in collaboration with an experienced IBD physician
• Provide routine follow-up care and disease monitoring for patients with inflammatory bowel disease
• Perform medication management and assess disease activity
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
• Interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications
• Provide patient education and consultation
• Participate in research activities
• Work closely with gastroenterologists and other clinicians in a team-based approach to patient care
• Perform clinical faculty responsibilities

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• No weekends or major holidays
• Includes additional non-clinical administrative time

Required Qualifications

• Current Arizona Nurse Practitioner license or eligibility
• Current Nurse Practitioner board certification
• Active DEA license
• BLS certification
• CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous gastroenterology background and clinical exposure
• Related RN experience (experienced NP graduates and new NP graduates with related RN experience are encouraged to apply)
• Appreciation for a team-based approach to patient care

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation package with signing incentives and relocation available
• Time off and funding to support continuing medical education
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy plans
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible
• Paid time off plans
• Eligible for benefits coverage within 30 days
• Financial savings resources
• Career advancement and optimal work/life balance
• Employee discounts

About Tucson

Tucson is a growing city with a population of slightly over 500,000 and offers an attractive cost of living with a college town feel. The area features 350+ days of annual sunshine and abundant recreational opportunities including championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly infrastructure, horseback riding, rock climbing, mountain biking, fishing, and kayaking. Tucson is designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with a vibrant restaurant scene and nearby wine country. Day trips include Sonoita Wine Country, Tombstone, and the artistic colonies of Tubac and Bisbee.