Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine Tucson Medical Center (AZ)

Job description

Location:
Tucson, AZ

Tucson offers a vibrant desert lifestyle with stunning Sonoran Desert scenery, a thriving arts and cultural scene, and year-round sunshine that makes it one of the most desirable cities in the Southwest. With its rich history, outdoor recreational opportunities, and proximity to the University of Arizona, Tucson provides an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals.

Facility:
This well-established medical center is a leading healthcare institution serving the Tucson community, offering comprehensive critical care services within a 36-bed department. The facility is committed to delivering high-quality patient care and provides strong support for locum providers throughout the credentialing and onboarding process.

Opportunity:
Physician - Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine

Job Details:

• All night shifts, 5:30p - 5:30a with 15-20 patient encounters per shift
• Must hold an active Arizona license or IMLC; candidates without either will not be considered
• Board certification required (Certified level minimum)
• ABLS, ACLS, and BLS certifications required
• Manage invasive ventilation including ETT, NT, and tracheostomy
• Manage non-invasive ventilation including BiPAP and CPAP
• Perform chest tube insertions
• Perform bronchoscopy including bronchial alveolar lavage (BAL)
• Evaluate and manage acute volume and blood pressure issues
• Insert and manage central lines
• Insert and manage arterial lines
• Insert and manage PA catheters
• Perform ICP evaluation and management
• Perform dialysis catheter placement
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic taps including lumbar puncture, paracentesis, and thoracentesis
• Estimated credentialing timeframe of 90 days
• Nearest airport: Tucson International Airport