General Surgery Opportunity with Established Private Practice in Tucson, Arizona!

Tenet Healthcare is proud to partner with a private surgical practice in Tucson, AZ, to recruit a full-time General Surgeon with a passion for robotic surgery and trauma care. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative environment supported by advanced technology and a respected regional hospital.

Position Highlights

• Full-time role within an established private practice

• Balanced practice: Approximately 50% inpatient / 50% outpatient

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, averaging 50+ hours per week

• Call: 7–14 call shifts per month during the initial practice-building phase, including rotating weekends as needed

• Advanced technology: Access to Da Vinci Xi and Da Vinci 5 robotic systems

Candidate Qualifications

• MD or DO

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery

• Experience or strong interest in robotic surgery and trauma

• Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure

Why Practice at St. Mary’s Hospital

St. Mary’s Hospital is a cornerstone of care in Southern Arizona, recognized for clinical excellence and innovation:

• 2024 Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award recipient with

• Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite

• Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll

• Primary Plus Stroke Center certified by DNV Healthcare

• Designated Cardiac Receiving Center by the Arizona Department of Health Services

• Fully accredited Comprehensive Bariatric Center through MBSAQIP (ACS & ASMBS)

Life in Tucson

Tucson blends professional opportunity with an exceptional quality of life. Enjoy year-round sunshine, breathtaking desert and mountain landscapes, and endless outdoor adventures. The city boasts a vibrant arts and culinary scene, rich cultural heritage, and a cost of living well below many major metros. With welcoming communities, strong schools, and a supportive healthcare ecosystem, Tucson is an ideal place to grow your career while truly enjoying life outside the hospital.

Take the next step in your surgical career—where advanced technology, clinical excellence, and lifestyle come together in Southern Arizona.  

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Carondelet Health Network

For over 135 years, Carondelet Health Network has provided top-quality, affordable healthcare services to Southern Arizona. We're proud to be comprised of a comprehensive network of healthcare providers, including St. Mary's Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Carondelet Neurological Institute, Carondelet Heart and Vascular Institute, Marana Hospital, St. Raphael's Emergency Center and numerous physician offices throughout the Tucson, Green Valley, and Nogales areas.

Our network is renowned for its exceptional services in neurology, cardiology, orthopedics, women's health, bariatrics and rehabilitation care. As the only Catholic hospital system in Southern Arizona, our dedication to compassionate care extends to our associates, patients, their families and the wider community. We welcome you to join our team of healthcare professionals, dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our patients and neighbors.

A few of our distinctions:

St. Joseph's Hospital:

• Received the 2022 Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.
• Certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by DNV Healthcare.
• Designated as a Cardiac Arrest Receiving Center by Arizona Department of Health Services.
• Accredited as a Chest Pain Center by American College of Cardiology.
• Certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation for cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs.

St. Mary's Hospital:

• Received the 2022 Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get With the Guidelines program.
• Certified as a Primary Plus Stroke Center by DNV Healthcare.
• Accredited as a Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiologists at Level 5 in 2014 and 2017, with cycle VI in process and completion target date of 6/21.
• Designated as a Cardiac Receiving Center by the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Other recognitions:

• Excellence in heart and stroke care is a longstanding tradition at both St. Mary’s Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital.
• Joseph's and Holy Cross Hospitals are Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction Centers for quality maternity care
• They are recognized for proven expertise, high-quality care, and patient results as designated Maternity Centers in Southern Arizona.
• Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital's rehabilitation program is dedicated to providing high-quality care.
• The program has been recognized by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) for both their cardio and pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
• Surgical Weight Loss Center at St. Mary's Hospital designated as accredited Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP)

Life in Tucson

Tucson offers medical and health professionals a high quality of life with world-class medical facilities, year-round outdoor activities, a thriving arts and culture scene, a low cost of living and friendly communities. The city's mild climate and natural beauty provide endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, while its rich history and unique blend of cultures are celebrated through numerous festivals and events. With a strong education system and a supportive healthcare network, Tucson is an excellent place for medical and health professionals to build their careers and make a difference in people's lives.