Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in Arizona
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant jobs in Arizona are in strong and sustained demand, concentrated in primary care, urgent care, cardiology, and orthopedics across a market driven by rapid population growth and a well-documented physician shortage. Phoenix and its East Valley suburbs lead hiring volume, with Tucson and Scottsdale also generating consistent openings. Major employers with lasting footprints in the state include Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Honor Health, all of which maintain large multi-specialty practices and hire at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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AllKids Urgent Care is the first (and the best) kids-only urgent care in the Gilbert-Mesa area, we are open every day from 12pm to 10pm.
We are currently accepting applications for a Pediatric Provider- Nurse Practitioners (PNP preferred, but will consider FNP) or Physician Assistants.
This provider will care for the acute needs of the pediatric patient in our Urgent Care setting.
Prefer one year experience in pediatric primary care, urgent care, or emergency medicine, but will consider all applicants.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
- PA-C (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
AllKids Urgent Care is the first (and the best) kids-only urgent care in the Gilbert-Mesa area, we are open every day from 12pm to 10pm.
We are currently accepting applications for a Pediatric Provider- Nurse Practitioners (PNP preferred, but will consider FNP) or Physician Assistants.
This provider will care for the acute needs of the pediatric patient in our Urgent Care setting.
Prefer one year experience in pediatric primary care, urgent care, or emergency medicine, but will consider all applicants.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
- PA-C (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- NextCare Urgent Care22
- Optum10
- CVS Health9
- Mayo Clinic9
- One Medical5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
- Education
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona nurse practitioner or physician assistant license or compact license recognized in Arizona
- Master's or doctoral degree in nursing or physician assistant studies from accredited program
- National board certification such as AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA credential required at hire
- DEA registration and Arizona prescriptive authority for roles involving controlled substance management
- Experience in a specific specialty such as family practice, urgent care, or cardiology preferred
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required for most clinical and hospital-based positions
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in Arizona?
Nurse practitioners in Arizona must hold an active license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited graduate nursing program and passing a national certification exam through AANP or ANCC. Physician assistants must be licensed by the Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants after graduating from an accredited PA program and passing the PANCE. Both roles also require a separate application for prescriptive authority to practice at full scope in Arizona.
Which companies hire nurse practitioner or physician assistants in Arizona?
Employers hiring nurse practitioner or physician assistants in Arizona right now include NextCare Urgent Care, Optum, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems and growing urgent care and telehealth networks consistently represent the highest volume of active openings across the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale account for the most nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because it is home to the state's largest hospital systems and a dense network of multi-specialty outpatient clinics, while Tucson's openings are driven by Banner University Medical Center and the University of Arizona Health Network, and smaller or suburban markets reflect growth from regional urgent care expansion.
Are there remote nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Nurse practitioner and physician assistant roles are primarily hands-on clinical positions that require an in-person patient encounter. About 0% of nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those that do exist are almost exclusively in telehealth triage, utilization review, or case management rather than direct primary care.
How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a new-graduate residency or fellowship program, several of which are offered by Banner Health and Valleywise Health in the Phoenix area and focus on family medicine, emergency, or acute care. Candidates who lack NP or PA experience often transition from roles as registered nurses, medical assistants, or emergency medical technicians, which count as relevant clinical background. Completing your Arizona board license and national certification before applying gives you a clear hiring edge over candidates still in the credentialing process.
Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings below, find roles that match your specialty and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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