Tenet Healthcare Corporation·Tucson, Arizona
The physician will perform complex spine, neurotrauma, skull base, and cerebrovascular surgeries within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include managing a clinical volume of 12-14 patients per day and participating in a 1:5 call rotation at a Level I Trauma Center.
Join a well-established, physician-led neuroscience program with 30 years of history serving Southern Arizona. You'll practice complex spine surgery, neurotrauma, skull base surgery, and cerebrovascular care alongside a cohesive, multidisciplinary team, backed by state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated Physician Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Program Coordinator assigned to your practice. A neurosurgeon-led Neuroendovascular team manages stroke and cerebrovascular services, letting you focus on your clinical practice while benefiting from comprehensive neuroscience support. This is a rare opportunity to build a career within a respected, collaborative program at a Level I Trauma Center.
Tucson delivers more than 300 days of sunshine a year alongside dramatic desert and mountain scenery, giving you a lifestyle built around the outdoors. Hiking, cycling, and golf are part of everyday life here, complemented by a thriving culinary and cultural scene and excellent schools. You'll find a genuine "big city, small town" feel, with a low cost of living, friendly communities, and a rich blend of history and cultures celebrated year-round through local festivals. It's a place where medical professionals build lasting careers while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
Established in 1961, St.
Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center.
The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units.
Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine.
Join our team!
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery and eligible for Arizona medical licensure. Spine fellowship training is preferred, though new graduates are welcome to apply.
Market context
In Arizona, physician openings are often shaped by ongoing demand in hospitals, clinics, and specialty care settings, especially where patient volume and care coordination are high. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for strong clinical experience, state licensure, and specialty background; in this posting, the requirements are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your Arizona license status and align your experience with the listed respiratory care and vascular access background before submitting.
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