Neurosurgery - Spine Job in Tucson, Arizona
Neurosurgeon (Complex Spine) Tucson, Arizona
Company:Tenet Healthcare
Profession/Specialty:Neurosurgery - Spine
Location:Tucson, Arizona, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
Western Neuro is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our established, physician-led practice in Tucson, Arizona. This opportunity offers a strong blend of complex spine surgery, neurotrauma coverage, advanced technology, dedicated physician support, and a highly collegial team environment within a respected neuroscience program.
Spine fellowship training is preferred, and new graduates are welcome to apply.
About Western Neuro
Western Neuro is a well-established Neurosurgery and Neurology practice with a 30-year history serving Southern Arizona. Located on the campus of Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, our group is supported by a large healthcare organization while maintaining a collaborative, physician-focused culture.
Our comprehensive neuroscience program offers the full spectrum of neurosurgical care, including:
- Complex spine surgery
- Neurotrauma
- Skull base surgery
- Brain tumors
- Functional neurosurgery
- Cerebrovascular and stroke care
In addition, a dedicated, neurosurgeon-led Neuroendovascular team manages stroke and cerebrovascular services, allowing neurosurgeons to focus on their clinical practice while benefiting from comprehensive neuroscience support.
Opportunity Highlights
- Employed, full-time position
- Established referral network and strong regional reputation
- Join a cohesive multidisciplinary team with decades of experience
- Dedicated Physician Assistant assigned to each neurosurgeon
- Strong hospital and administrative support
- Privileges at Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, a Level I Trauma Center
Practice Details
- Dedicated neurosurgical OR block time a minimum of 2 days per week
- Clinic on non-operative days
- Inpatient rounding before clinic and between operative cases as needed
- Typical clinic volume of 12–14 patients per day
- Average of 4–6 surgeries per week, with increased operative volume while on call
State-of-the-Art Resources
Western Neuro provides access to some of the region's most advanced neurosurgical technology, including:
- Four dedicated Neurosurgical Operating Rooms
- Two ORs equipped with Intraoperative CT and BrainLab BrainSuite technology
- Two additional ORs with comprehensive neuronavigation capabilities
- Dedicated stroke program
- Emergency stroke coverage team
- Full neurological subspecialty support for inpatient and outpatient care
Comprehensive Support
Physicians enjoy a robust support structure, including:
- Dedicated Physician Assistant for clinic, first assist, inpatient rounds, and call coverage
- Dedicated Medical Assistant assigned to each neurosurgeon
- Dedicated Program Coordinator supporting clinic and surgical scheduling
Call Coverage
- Coverage at one hospital: Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital
- Level I Trauma Center
- 24/7 Neurosurgical call coverage
- 1:5 call rotation
- One-week call blocks (Monday–Monday)
- Full PA support during call coverage
- 30-minute response time requirement
Candidate Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
- Eligible for Arizona medical licensure
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
- Strong team-oriented approach
Why Tucson?
Tucson offers more than 300 days of sunshine annually, spectacular desert and mountain landscapes, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation. Enjoy hiking, cycling, golf, and a thriving culinary and cultural scene, all while benefiting from a family-friendly community with a unique "big city, small town" feel.
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About Tenet Healthcare
At Tenet, our business is health care. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of every patient who enters our doors. Our approach makes us unique and defines our future. As we seek to improve the quality of our patients’ lives, to serve our communities, to provide an exceptional environment for our employees and affiliated physicians and provide an attractive return to our shareholders, we are guided by five core values:
- Quality.Quality is at the core of everything we do and every decision we make.
- Integrity.We manage our business with integrity and the highest ethical standards.
- Service.We have a culture of service that values teamwork and focuses on the needs of others.
- Innovation.We have a culture of innovation that creates new solutions for our patients, physicians and employees.
- Transparency.We operate with transparency by measuring our results and sharing them with others.
These values are the reasons our patients and physicians choose us, and we seek relationships with those who share them.
