Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Neurology - Tucson, AZ
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Job Description
Carondelet Medical Group is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Neurology team at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tucson, AZ.
This role offers the opportunity to be an integral part of a busy and growing neurology practice, supporting timely access to care for patients with a wide range of neurological conditions. The position is ideal for an NP or PA who enjoys specialty care, collaboration with physicians, and managing complex neurological patients in a clinic-based setting.
Position Highlights
- Outpatient-focused role supporting a high-demand specialty practice
- Monday – Friday schedule along normal business hours
- Develops and implements treatment plans for neurological conditions
- Collaborative, team-based environment with neurologists and clinical staff
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Continuing medical education (CME) allowance
- Malpractice insurance
About Tucson
Tucson offers a unique blend of natural beauty, culture, and affordability.
Nestled in the Sonoran Desert and surrounded by mountain ranges, the area provides endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, cycling, and golf.
With a vibrant arts and food scene, a strong sense of community, and easy access to Phoenix and Southern California, Tucson is an excellent place to build a long-term career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will develop and implement treatment plans for patients with various neurological conditions in an outpatient setting. They will work collaboratively with neurologists and clinical staff to ensure timely access to high-quality specialty care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree as an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner or equivalent Physician Assistant qualification. They are required to be currently licensed and certified to practice in the state of Arizona.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Neurology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Neurology listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 58% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Neurology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Neurology - Tucson, AZ at Tenet Healthcare a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Neurology nurse practitioner listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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