Trauma Surgery NP/PA

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Trauma Surgery Advanced Practitioner, you will be a vital contributor to a dynamic surgical team, delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care to critically injured patients within a Level 3/4 trauma center in Gilbert, Arizona. Thisrole offers an unparalleled opportunity to significantly impact patient outcomes through advanced clinical practice, collaborate with top-tier surgeons, and actively participate in the expansion of a growing trauma service line. Join us and leverage your expertise in a supportive and evolving surgical environment.

Every day you will provide high-quality care to both general surgery and trauma patients, including managing new general surgery consults when surgeons are off-site and immediately responding to trauma activations in the Emergency Department. You will also rotate clinic responsibilities, providing essential post-operative follow-up appointments and offering triage support as needed. This position involves a flexible schedule, primarily 12-hour shifts (6 AM - 6 PM), with exciting discussions around potential swing shifts (Noon - Midnight) and overnight coverage, reflecting the impressive growth opportunities within our organization.

To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, and strong interpersonal communication for effective team collaboration. Ideal candidates will demonstrate adaptability to evolving service line needs, embrace opportunities for professional development, and be passionate about delivering compassionate, patient-centered trauma care. Prior experience in trauma or surgical specialties is highly preferred, coupled with outstanding organizational capabilities to manage a diverse patient caseload.

We are offering full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.

Job Requirements

Required

PA

• Degree as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)

• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant.

• Valid DEA registration

• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff

• General Surgery experience and ED experience a plus

NP

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)

• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona

• Graduate of accredited program for Nurse Practitioners

• Compact state or Arizona RN license

• Must hold and maintain National Certificate as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty under AZ regulations: a.) NP-AACN, b.) NP-AANP, c.) NP-ANCC

• Valid DEA registration

• Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff

• General Surgery experience and ED experience a plus

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

Pay Range

$112,569 - $189,113 /year

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.