Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Cardiology & Vascular - Tucson, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Cardiology & Vascular

Tucson, AZ | Outpatient | Monday–Friday | New Grads Welcome

Overview & Highlights

Join an established Cardiology and Vascular practice in Tucson as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA). This is a full-time outpatient opportunity offering a weekday schedule, strong clinical support, specialty experience, and excellent earning potential.

• Location: Tucson, Arizona
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
• Compensation: $130,000–$180,000 base salary + bonus potential
• Earning Potential: Some providers earn $200,000+ annually
• Experience: New graduates welcome; experienced APPs encouraged to apply
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, sick time, 401(k), malpractice coverage, CME stipend, license reimbursement, and additional benefits

Location & Logistics

• Work Environment: Established outpatient Cardiology and Vascular specialty clinic
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Travel: No travel required
• On-Call: Limited to no call
• Team: Work alongside cardiologists, vascular specialists, APPs, and experienced clinical support staff

About the Opportunity / A Day in the Life

This is an excellent opportunity for an NP or PA who wants to build or advance a career in Cardiology and Vascular Medicine while maintaining a predictable outpatient schedule.

You’ll evaluate and follow patients with cardiovascular and vascular conditions, review diagnostic testing and imaging, manage medications, provide patient education, and coordinate treatment plans and follow-up care. The patient population includes individuals with hypertension, heart failure, arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, venous disease, and other common cardiovascular conditions.

You’ll work closely with experienced physicians, APPs, and clinical staff in a collaborative specialty environment. New graduates are welcome, making this a strong opportunity to develop specialty knowledge and confidence with the support of an established clinical team. Experienced providers will also find an opportunity to apply their existing skills while continuing to grow within Cardiology and Vascular Medicine.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Build valuable experience in a high-demand specialty
• New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply
• Work alongside experienced physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff
• Enjoy a Monday–Friday outpatient schedule with no required travel
• Limited to no call supports a more predictable workweek
• Manage a diverse cardiovascular and vascular patient population with meaningful continuity of care

What We’re Looking For

• NP or PA with an interest in Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, or specialty outpatient care
• Strong clinical judgment and willingness to continue learning
• Comfortable collaborating with physicians, APPs, and support staff
• Strong communication and patient-care skills
• Organized and comfortable managing an outpatient clinical workflow
• New graduates and experienced APPs are both encouraged to apply

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with cardiovascular and vascular conditions
• Conduct new patient evaluations and follow-up visits
• Develop and update treatment plans in collaboration with the clinical team
• Review laboratory results, imaging, diagnostic studies, and clinical findings
• Prescribe and manage medications within scope of practice
• Provide pre-procedure and post-procedure evaluation and follow-up
• Educate patients regarding diagnoses, medications, procedures, lifestyle changes, and cardiovascular risk reduction
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and continuity of care
• Collaborate with cardiologists, vascular specialists, APPs, and clinical support staff
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Support efficient patient flow and team-based outpatient care

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program in the United States
• Current or eligible for Arizona NP or PA licensure
• Current NP or PA certification, as applicable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide professional, patient-centered care

Preferred Background

• 2–3 years of APP experience preferred, but not required
• Cardiology or Vascular Medicine experience is a plus
• Internal Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Primary Care, Urgent Care, or other relevant clinical experience also considered
• New graduate NPs and PAs with a strong interest in cardiovascular medicine are encouraged to apply

This Role Is Likely a Fit If You…

• Want to build expertise in Cardiology and Vascular Medicine
• Prefer an outpatient Monday–Friday schedule
• Enjoy managing medically complex patients and developing continuity of care
• Value working with experienced physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff
• Want a specialty role with room to learn, grow, and increase your earning potential
• Are looking for a stable practice where you can build a long-term career

This Role May Not Be a Fit If You…

• Prefer an inpatient, emergency medicine, or primarily procedural environment
• Are looking for a remote or hybrid clinical position
• Prefer frequent travel between multiple practice locations
• Do not enjoy managing chronic cardiovascular conditions and ongoing follow-up care
• Prefer a position with minimal patient education or care coordination

Why Join Us

Join an established specialty practice where you can develop valuable Cardiology and Vascular experience while working alongside experienced clinicians and support staff. You’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful specialty expertise while maintaining the stability of a weekday outpatient schedule.

With a $130,000–$180,000 base salary, bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and some providers earning $200,000+ annually, this opportunity offers both professional growth and strong earning potential.

If you’re an NP or PA looking for a strong outpatient opportunity in Tucson, apply today. New graduates and experienced providers are encouraged to apply.