Lead Thoracic Surgeon for New Lung Transplant Program

Banner Health

Arizona City (AZ)

On-site

USD 450,000 - 750,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary
Production incentives (wRVU/quality)
Paid malpractice with tail coverage
CME allowance
401(k) matching and 457(b)
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Excellent health benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Provider well-being resources

Job summary

Banner Health seeks a board-certified thoracic surgeon to build and lead a new lung transplant program at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. The role includes shaping protocols, leading a multidisciplinary team, and developing the referral network with UNOS certification.

An academic appointment with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix may be available. Ideal candidates will have fellowship training in thoracic surgery, lung transplant experience, and a passion for

Qualifications

  • American Board of Surgery certified or eligible (THORACIC)
  • 5+ years of experience required
  • Experience teaching residents, fellows, and medical students in an academic/research setting
  • Comprehensive thoracic surgery with focus on lung transplant
  • Experience with minimally invasive and robotic techniques
  • Encouragement for graduating thoracic surgeons to apply (clinical academic interest)

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of a new lung transplant program.
  • Shape clinical protocols, multidisciplinary team structure, and referral networks.
  • Pursue UNOS certification in collaboration with the academic medical center.
  • Provide academic appointments and participate in teaching and research.
  • Represent the program within Banner Health and the Southwest region.

Skills

Board certification (Surgery)
Board certification (Thoracic Surgery)
Academic/research orientation
Thoracic surgery expertise
Lung transplant experience
Minimally invasive/robotic techniques

Job description

Banner Health seeks a board-certified thoracic surgeon to build and lead a new lung transplant program at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. The role includes shaping protocols, leading a multidisciplinary team, and developing the referral network with UNOS certification.

An academic appointment with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix may be available. Ideal candidates will have fellowship training in thoracic surgery, lung transplant experience, and a passion for

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