Thoracic Surgery APP with First Assist

Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) – Thoracic Surgery

HonorHealth Heart & Lung Surgery | Phoenix & Scottsdale, Arizona

HonorHealth Heart & Lung Surgery is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our growing Thoracic Surgery team.

Join a collaborative team of three fellowship-trained thoracic surgeons and three experienced APPs, with the addition of a fourth APP to support continued program growth. This role offers a diverse mix of inpatient care, outpatient clinic, and operating room responsibilities, providing excellent mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.

Position Highlights

• Join a collaborative team of 3 Thoracic Surgeons and 3 APPs
• Opportunity for new graduates or experienced APPs
• Mix of inpatient rounding, outpatient clinic, and first assist in the OR
• Monday–Friday daytime schedule with approximately one weekend call per month
• Primary location: John C. Lincoln Medical Center
• Secondary location: Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
• Work alongside both Thoracic Surgery and Interventional Pulmonology teams
• Epic EMR
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, CME, retirement, and sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care NP preferred)
• Arizona license (or ability to obtain before start)
• Surgical experience is welcomed but not required, new graduates are encouraged to apply

Why HonorHealth?

HonorHealth is a physician-led, nonprofit health system serving more than two million people across the Phoenix metropolitan area. As Arizona's primary teaching affiliate of the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine & Medical Engineering , HonorHealth is committed to innovation, education, and delivering exceptional patient care.

Our network includes:

• 9 acute-care hospitals
• 600+ employed physicians and APPs
• 20 residency and fellowship programs
• HonorHealth Research Institute
• Epic EMR
• Physician-friendly culture with strong APP support and professional development

If you're looking to build your career with a collaborative surgical team that values mentorship, autonomy, and clinical excellence, we'd love to hear from you.