Faculty Physician

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 166,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Faculty Physician to support the BNI neuro‑anesthesiologist by teaching residents and fellows, supervising clinical care, and advancing research and quality initiatives.

You will engage in inpatient and outpatient care, contribute to publications, and participate in department leadership to improve financial and clinical performance while mentoring trainees and medical staff.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Successful completion of a residency program.
• AZ MD License required.
• Board eligible or certified.
• Credentialed SJHMC.
• Membership in appropriate professional associations.

Responsibilities

• Teaches lay community, medical students, residents and medical staff.
• Assists in directing patient care and medical education.
• Participates in meaningful research and scientific activities.
• Contributes to data collection for department quality improvement programs.
• Prepares articles and presentations on behalf of the organization.
• Provides input to leadership for action plans to achieve department financial objectives.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Mentorship

Education

MD or DO degree

Residency completed

AZ MD License

Board qualified or certified

Credentialed SJHMC

Professional associations membership

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Faculty Physician, you will help the BNI staff neuro‑anesthesiologist provide medical services within the scope of their licensing, training, and clinical privileges, and supervise and teach residents and/or fellows so they can ensure high quality care and educate future medical professionals.

Every day you will teach the community, medical students, residents, and medical staff on various clinical subjects. You will be expected to provide direct inpatient/outpatient medical care to patients and consultations, participate in meaningful research, and actively contribute to the department's quality improvement initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship, and a dedication to patient care and continuous quality improvement.

• Teaches the lay community, medical students, residents and medical staff.
• Assists in directing the patient care and medical education.
• Participates in the preparation of meaningful research and scientific activities.
• Assists department in collecting data for medical quality/performance improvement (QI) program for department.
• Prepares articles and presentations on behalf of the organization.
• Provides input to department leadership in development of action plans to achieve financial performance objectives for the department.

Job Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Successful completion of a residency program
• AZ MD License
• Board qualifed or certified
• Credentialed SJHMC
• Membership in appropriate professional associations and societies

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life‑changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders In Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world‑renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well‑being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

Pay Range

$166,400 - $500,000 /year