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Hospital-Employed Orthopedic Surgeon | Full Benefits & Loan Repayment | Tucson, AZ

Opportunity Criteria

SpecialtyOrthopedic Surgery
Candidate TypeMD, DO
Visa AcceptedNo J-1 or H-1B
Salary RangeNot Specified
Loan RepaymentNegotiable
Employment TypeNot Specified
Bonuses OfferedNegotiable

Job Description

Northwest Allied Physicians, in partnership with Northwest Medical Center, is seeking a Board-Eligible or Board-Certified General Orthopedic Surgeon to join an established, high-demand practice in Tucson, Arizona. Practice at a flagship, 287-bed hospital capturing a primary market of over 1 million residents—delivering an immediate, high-volume patient base, strong health system stability, and an exceptional Sunbelt lifestyle in Arizona's second-largest city.

About Your Work:

  • Employed, full-time, well-respected practice
  • Join 6 physicians and 4 PAs
  • Estimate call 1:6
  • Level III trauma (123K+ ED visits in 2025)
  • 287-bed hospital with 16 fully integrated, modern ORs; Additional access to 2 affiliated ASCs
  • Dedicated blocks and Mako availability; 24/7 anesthesia support
  • EMR: Cerner with Suki AI scribe technology
  • Fully-equipped clinic with experienced support team; clinic adjacent to medical center
  • Robust specialty support: Infusion, wound care, ID, Endocrinology, Rheumatology, Pain Management, etc, through the Northwest Healthcare network
  • The Joint Commission accredited with specialty certifications in Total Knee and Hip Replacement as well as structured Joint Camp classes
  • Established referral base supported by 37 physician clinics, 16 urgent care locations, 2 freestanding EDs, and an extensive employed primary care network. Additionally, Northwest Healthcare’s affiliation with ACGME IM and FM residency programs support practice growth.

Compensation & Benefits Package

At Northwest Allied Physicians, we are committed to offering our physicians exceptional compensation and benefits packages that foster professional and personal growth.

  • Competitive base salary plus wRVU productivity incentives
  • Commencement bonus and relocation assistance
  • Medical loan repayment assistance and training/fellowship stipends for qualifying candidates
  • Full malpractice coverage, including tail coverage
  • Comprehensive health, medical, and wellness benefits package with 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid CME time with annual allowance 

About the Hospital

Northwest Medical Center is a 287-bed acute care hospital serving northwest Tucson and surrounding communities. The hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including emergency care, surgical services, cardiology, women’s health, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation services, and specialty care. As a long-standing healthcare provider in southern Arizona, Northwest Medical Center plays a central role in delivering coordinated care across the region in collaboration with affiliated hospitals, urgent care centers, surgery centers, and physician practices.

Community

Northwest Tucson and the nearby Oro Valley offer a high quality of life with more than 300 days of sunshine annually, access to the Sonoran Desert, and abundant outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and golf. The area features cultural events, shopping districts, higher education institutions such as The University of Arizona, and a diverse culinary scene. Strong schools, affordable housing, and a growing economy make the region attractive for families and professionals.

Facility & Address

  • Northwest Medical Center
  • Tucson, AZ 85741

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Contact Information

Melanie Smith Senior Physician Recruitment Specialist

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