POS15761, POS15762
Tucson, AZ · On-site
Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on ... backpacking, rock climbing, world-class cycling, horseback riding, and championship golf courses.
POS15761, POS15762
Tucson, AZ · On-site
Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on ... backpacking, rock climbing, world-class cycling, horseback riding, and championship golf courses.
Backpacking Guide information
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$7.17 - $9.90
16% of jobs
$9.90 - $12.63
9% of jobs
$12.70 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$12.63 - $15.35
20% of jobs
The median wage is $15.77 / hr.
$15.35 - $18.08
35% of jobs
$18.08 - $20.81
4% of jobs
$20.81 - $23.54
3% of jobs
$23.54 - $26.27
3% of jobs
$26.27 - $29
1% of jobs
$29 - $31.73
1% of jobs
$31.73 - $34.46
3% of jobs
$34.46 - $37.19
4% of jobs
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$18
$37
How much do backpacking guide jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for backpacking guide in Arizona is $18.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $18.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What does a Backpacking Guide do?
A Backpacking Guide leads individuals or groups on multi-day hiking trips in remote or wilderness areas. They ensure safety, provide navigation, teach outdoor skills, and share knowledge about local flora, fauna, and geography. Guides also assist with camp setup, meal preparation, and emergency response if needed. Their goal is to provide an enjoyable and educational outdoor experience while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Backpacking Guide position, and why are they important?
Excelling as a Backpacking Guide requires comprehensive outdoor skills, strong navigation abilities, and first aid certifications, often supported by Wilderness First Responder (WFR) or Wilderness First Aid (WFA) credentials. Familiarity with GPS devices, topographic maps, satellite communicators, and permitting systems is typically necessary. Exceptional leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help guides foster positive group dynamics and respond to emergencies. These competencies are crucial for ensuring group safety, delivering a memorable experience, and successfully leading trips in remote environments.
What are some common challenges a Backpacking Guide may face on the job?
Backpacking Guides often encounter unexpected challenges such as rapidly changing weather conditions, route alterations, group members with varying fitness levels, and wildlife encounters. Adapting plans to keep groups safe while maintaining morale is a key part of the job. Guides must be prepared for long hours outdoors, carrying group gear, and providing support during emergencies. The role is both physically and mentally demanding, but it offers the reward of leading others in immersive outdoor experiences and honing a wide range of skills.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 12 days ago
Banner Health rating
7.5
Based on 743 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
223rd of 870 rated healthcare providers
Job description
Banner University Medical Group and the Division of General Internal Medicine, Palliative Medicine, and Geriatrics are seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to join our growing palliative care program in Tucson, Arizona. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care within an academic medical inpatient setting to adult patients aged 18 and older with serious, chronic, or life-limiting illnesses. The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner will join an interdisciplinary team model working closely within the team with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, and learners and collaborating with chaplains, case managers, community hospice, and other staff. The qualified candidate must be detail-oriented, a good communicator, and dedicated to providing excellent care in challenging situations.
The ideal ACNP/FNP candidate will be passionate about this type of specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses requiring end-of-life care. The NP will be involved in clinical symptom management, engaging in serious and end-of-life discussions with patients and their families, and providing consultations regarding goals of care and advance care planning.
Minimum Requirements:
Primary Location: Banner University Medical Center Tucson:
1625 N. Campbell Avenue Tucson, AZ
Secondary Location: Banner University South Campus
2800 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ
About the Palliative Care Team:
The Palliative Care Team is based at Banner University Medical Center Tucson, a robust academic medical center and consists of physicians, nurse practitioners, and social workers. The team provides inpatient consultation for patients with serious illness across a broad range of specialized services including Neurology, Medical, Cardiac, and Surgical ICUs, Transplant, Oncology, and Advanced Heart Failure. The team also provides outpatient support and symptom management within the University of Arizona Cancer Center, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Banner Benefits:
You take care of others. Let us take care of you. At Banner, your benefits package is all about your well-being. But that's more than just basic medical, dental and vision coverage - it's everything that makes you uniquely you, from your emotional health to your family to your satisfaction at work. So, we design your benefits with you in mind. We listen to what you have to say, offer a wide variety of competitive benefits to give you peace of mind and provide additional tools and resources to support you.
The blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within the lush Sonoran Desert and the Southern Rocky Mountains. Boasting 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak up the sun with scenic hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, world-class cycling, horseback riding, and championship golf courses. Enjoy refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, and entertainment in a culturally diverse community surrounded by four mountain ranges. Tucson was also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 0.5 million, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living.
Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
As an equal opportunity employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of culture and community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO Employer.
POS15761, POS15762
The ideal ACNP/FNP candidate will be passionate about this type of specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses requiring end-of-life care. The NP will be involved in clinical symptom management, engaging in serious and end-of-life discussions with patients and their families, and providing consultations regarding goals of care and advance care planning.
Minimum Requirements:
- Current/Eligible (ACNP)/(FNP) Certification and Arizona License
- ACHPN preferred or expected to obtain within 2 years of joining the team
- Current CPR and BLS
- Current prescribing privileges including a DEA license for controlled substances
- Experience preferred in Palliative, Hospice, Geriatrics, ICU, or Oncology
- Excellent communication and team skills and ready to thrive in an academic environment
Primary Location: Banner University Medical Center Tucson:
1625 N. Campbell Avenue Tucson, AZ
Secondary Location: Banner University South Campus
2800 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ
About the Palliative Care Team:
The Palliative Care Team is based at Banner University Medical Center Tucson, a robust academic medical center and consists of physicians, nurse practitioners, and social workers. The team provides inpatient consultation for patients with serious illness across a broad range of specialized services including Neurology, Medical, Cardiac, and Surgical ICUs, Transplant, Oncology, and Advanced Heart Failure. The team also provides outpatient support and symptom management within the University of Arizona Cancer Center, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Banner Benefits:
You take care of others. Let us take care of you. At Banner, your benefits package is all about your well-being. But that's more than just basic medical, dental and vision coverage - it's everything that makes you uniquely you, from your emotional health to your family to your satisfaction at work. So, we design your benefits with you in mind. We listen to what you have to say, offer a wide variety of competitive benefits to give you peace of mind and provide additional tools and resources to support you.
- Sign On Bonus
- Annual Performance-Based Incentive Opportunity
- Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off, Malpractice, and CME
- Legal, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Option
- Adoption Assistance, Fertility Benefits, and Parental Leave Support
- Resources available for pet care, childcare, elder care, housekeeping, and tutoring
- 24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support, plus coordination of child and elder care
- Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on-demand webinars, sleep guides, mindfulness, and more!
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Financial wellness resources, including retirement plan with matching, employee perks and discounts
The blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within the lush Sonoran Desert and the Southern Rocky Mountains. Boasting 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak up the sun with scenic hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, world-class cycling, horseback riding, and championship golf courses. Enjoy refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, and entertainment in a culturally diverse community surrounded by four mountain ranges. Tucson was also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 0.5 million, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living.
Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
As an equal opportunity employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of culture and community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO Employer.
POS15761, POS15762
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