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Why Pick THMEP?

THMEP provides excellent training at Tucson Medical Center, a locally governed nonprofit hospital in Tucson, Arizona that anchors the TMC Health system of care. Enjoy sunshine, great food, culture and big-city amenities with a small-town feel.

Why Here?

Unparalleled Quality of Life

Tucson is the second largest city in Arizona, offering:

  • Scenic beauty and great climate, with lots of sun and mild winter temperatures
  • Diverse food culture (don’t miss our Sonoran-style Mexican restaurants!)
  • Thriving downtown, arts and culture
  • Reasonable cost of living

Resident Wellness Activities

  • Zinburger Welcome Dinner
  • Wednesday Weekly Teaching Day, including wellness hour (yoga, walking or happy hour)
  • Annual Holiday Party

Resident Mental Health Resources

Confidential counseling is readily available to residents as needed in the following manner:

  • For confidential counseling emergencies 24/7, call MHN EAP at 1-800-535-5985 or 1-800-977-7593. Online assistance is also available by logging onto this homepage using a web access code that can be found on the  THMEP New Innovations Home Page in the Well Being box under 'Policy on Counseling.' 
  • For referral to an outside behavioral health specialist, contact THMEP at (520) 324-5096 during regular business hours.
  • Residents may also access outside behavioral health providers independently through their individual health insurance.

Salary and Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Health benefits including health, dental, disability and life insurance
  • Four weeks paid vacation each year
  • Meal allowance
  • Professional THMEP TMC for Children jackets
  • Educational allowance

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