Nurse Practitioner – Gastroenterology & Hepatology – Tucson, AZ (BB 134643)

Orientation and Professional Development
One week of paid orientation is provided to familiarize the new hire with clinical workflows, documentation standards, protocols, and operational expectations.
Orientation does not replace the clinical foundation required of an experienced Nurse Practitioner or constitute a residency program.
Candidates without direct GI or hepatology experience must be willing to pursue ongoing specialty learning, review medical literature, participate in educational sessions, and develop clinical competency with appropriate guidance.
Mandatory educational sessions cover liver disease, clinical management, research, and practice protocols. Candidates should be prepared for independent study outside scheduled clinic hours when necessary.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is based on clinical experience, specialty background, qualifications, and demonstrated competency.
• General NP experience: Approximately $135,971–$140,000 annual base salary, depending on experience and qualifications.
• GI or hepatology experience: Approximately $157,000–$165,000+ annual base salary, depending on relevant experience and qualifications.
• Satellite clinic bonus: $200 per assigned satellite clinic day.
• Mileage reimbursement: At the applicable IRS rate.
• Performance incentive: Annual incentive eligibility based on completed patient encounters and applicable program requirements.
Potential benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, sick leave, mileage reimbursement, satellite travel bonuses, performance incentives, and approved lodging for qualifying assignments. Eligibility and specific terms will be reviewed during the hiring process.
Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current national Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Appropriate Arizona NP practice credentials before providing clinical services.
• Prior clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner; approximately two to three years of general NP experience is a consideration pathway.
• Gastroenterology, hepatology, or liver disease experience preferred.
• Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain it, as applicable to assigned duties.
• Strong clinical assessment, chronic disease management, patient education, and communication skills.
• Ability to document clinical encounters accurately and promptly.
• Willingness to participate in clinical research activities as assigned.
• Ability to work independently within demonstrated competency and seek physician consultation when appropriate.
• Commitment to evidence-based care, standardized protocols, and continuing professional development.
• Availability for regular satellite clinic travel, approximately twice-monthly Saturday coverage, and mandatory Monday evening education.
• Ability to attend an in-person interview in Tucson, Arizona.
Interview Process
Candidates must complete a pre-interview questionnaire before a phone interview can be scheduled. Selected candidates will also be required to attend an in-person interview in Tucson, Arizona.
Applicants should be prepared to discuss clinical experience, licensing and DEA status, compensation expectations, schedule availability, travel limitations, continuing education commitments, and long-term professional goals.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a current CV and include their national certification, Arizona licensing status, DEA status, relevant clinical experience, compensation expectations, interview availability, and earliest available start date.
Please disclose any limitations related to satellite clinic travel, Saturday coverage, Monday evening educational sessions, or attending an in-person interview in Tucson.
New graduates are not being considered for this opportunity.