Physician Advisor

Abrazo Health; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Career development

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Accident insurance

Long-term care

Elder care

Childcare

Auto insurance

Home insurance

Job summary

Qualifications

• Experience as a physician leader in a large hospital or system.
• MD or DO with ABMS board certification.
• Minimum 5 years of hospital-based experience.
• Strong communication skills and collaboration ability.
• Data-driven mindset with measurable outcomes.
• On-site, full-time availability.

Responsibilities

• Review cases for appropriate level of care and monitor observations.
• Educate physicians and committees on utilization and documentation.
• Lead daily huddles, case conferences, and peer education.
• Chair the Utilization Management Committee quarterly.
• Manage payer denials including peer-to-peer reviews.
• Partner with CDI/HIM to improve documentation quality.
• Collaborate with administration to reduce financial risks from denials.

Skills

Physician leadership

Utilization management

Documentation

Educating physicians

Data-driven mindset

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Abrazo West Campus hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Abrazo West Campus, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Join Tenet Healthcare as a Physician Advisor and Drive Meaningful Change (ON SITE)

Come to Goodyear, Arizona and take your career to the next level!

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a board certified, physician to join our leadership team. This is an ON-SITE, full-time position. While experience as a PA is preferred, candidates with a strong desire to succeed will be considered. In this pivotal role, you’ll influence utilization management, documentation integrity, and physician education to improve patient care and hospital performance.

What You’ll Do

• Review cases for appropriate Level of Care and monitor observation stays
• Educate physicians and committees on utilization and documentation best practices
• Lead daily huddles, complex case conferences, and peer education
• Chair the Utilization Management Committee quarterly
• Manage payer denials, including peer-to-peer reviews
• Partner with CDI/HIM teams to improve documentation quality
• Partner with administration in reducing financial risks associated with denials as a result of unnecessary or preventable services and extended lengths of stay

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a physician leader in a large system/hospital/integrated delivery system or leader of a large department
• MD or DO with current Florida license or ability to attain
• Board certified in specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties
• Reputation as an excellent clinician with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a hospital setting
• Strong communicator, respected among peers
• Data-driven mindset with measurable impact on outcomes
• Organized, collaborative, and effective with time management
• On-site, full-time presence

Why Phoenix?

• Affordable Cost of Living: Enjoy a cost of living that remains competitive compared to many large metropolitan areas, along with a strong job market and excellent opportunities for long-term financial growth.
• Year-Round Sunshine: Experience over 300 days of sunshine each year, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activities and an active lifestyle throughout every season.
• Outdoor Recreation: Explore the breathtaking Sonoran Desert with endless opportunities for hiking, biking, golf, rock climbing, and nearby lakes. Popular destinations such as Camelback Mountain, South Mountain Park, and the McDowell Sonoran Preserve are just minutes away.
• Vibrant Dining & Culture: Discover a dynamic culinary scene, professional sports, museums, performing arts, and year-round festivals. From Downtown Phoenix to Old Town Scottsdale, the region offers exceptional dining, shopping, and entertainment.
• Quality Education: Access highly regarded public, private, and charter schools, as well as nationally recognized colleges and universities throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area.
• Welcoming Community: Enjoy diverse neighborhoods, family-friendly communities, and one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas with a strong sense of opportunity and connection.
• Convenient Travel: Take advantage of easy domestic and international travel through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, one of the busiest and most accessible airports in the country.
• Balanced Living: Phoenix offers an exceptional blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, modern amenities, and year-round sunshine—making it an ideal destination for physician leaders seeking career growth and an outstanding quality of life.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package including performance incentive
• Encouraged time off with coverage provided
• Generous benefit package including 401(k) match, CME, health, and PTO benefits
• Relocation assistance provided
• Ongoing training with access to personal performance metrics
• Cost coverage for National PA Prep Course & Certification Exam
• Connection to the best experts across Tenet’s expansive hospital network

Organization Description

Abrazo West Campus is recognized for providing exceptional, comprehensive care to patients in West Valley communities. The 200-bed acute care hospital offers advanced services, including the da Vinci Xi surgical platform, Level I Trauma Center, Loop-X system, orthopedics, obstetrics and cardiovascular care.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.