Physician-Orthopedic Surgery: Hand

American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Sign-on bonus

Malpractice tail coverage

CME allowances

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Banner University Medical Group in Phoenix invites applicants for a Hand Surgeon position within a large, integrated health system. The role combines academic affiliation with Banner Health's private practice environment and includes a faculty appointment with the University of Arizona.

The position is full-time (1.0 FTE) with clinic days and surgical days, focusing on elective and trauma hand procedures. Teaching and research support are provided within a mature, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• ACGME-accredited fellowship in hand surgery.
• Board certified or eligible in hand surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform elective and trauma hand surgical procedures.
• Clinically manage patients in clinic and operating room.
• Engage in teaching and mentoring students, residents, and fellows.

Skills

Teaching/mentoring

Education

ACGME-accredited Fellowship Training in Hand Surgery

Board Certified or Eligible in Hand Surgery

Job description

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Banner University Medicine Phoenix and the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix is excited to welcome an exceptional Hand Surgeon, offering a unique chance to join our esteemed hand surgery team. This presents a remarkable opportunity to become an integral part of our well-established practice within our state‑of‑the‑art health system.

This unique private‑public partnership combines the strengths of Banner Health, the largest healthcare provider in the Southwest, and the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix, delivering the benefits of both academic and private practice medicine. The candidate will receive a faculty appointment with the University of Arizona, tailored to their expertise, and will enjoy the opportunity for physician ownership in a state‑of‑the‑art surgery center at the brand‑new Scottsdale Sports Medicine Center.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Eligible in Hand Surgery (Plastics or Orthopedics)
• ACGME‑accredited Fellowship Training in Hand Surgery

Job Details

• Full‑time position (1.0 FTE) involving clinic days and surgical days
• Specializing in elective & trauma hand surgical procedures
• Engage in teaching and mentoring students, residents, and fellows; the hand fellowship associated with this position hosts two fellows per year, and the candidate will serve as faculty
• Dedicated research support from the University of Arizona - Phoenix

Practice Profile

• Collaborate within a team of 11 orthopaedic surgeons, including experts in hand, trauma, foot & ankle, sports medicine, and general orthopaedics
• Join a broader community at Banner Health of six hand surgeons and over 50 orthopaedic surgeons, primary care sports medicine specialists, and advanced practice providers in the largest orthopaedic group in Phoenix, Arizona
• Collaborate with 20 orthopaedic residents, 7 APPs, a dedicated MA, and splinting and casting support
• Benefit from the support of a robust team and mature referral patterns
• This position was vacated by an established hand surgeon; the candidate will inherit a mature practice

Banner University Medical Group (BUMG)

• BUMG is a unique academic model, a private‑public partnership with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Clinicians are employed by Banner Health, ensuring competitive compensation in the Phoenix market while having an academic affiliation
• Integration with academic medicine ensures patients receive top‑tier healthcare encompassing research, education, and exceptional patient care
• BUMG fosters an environment of collaboration and innovation, allowing physicians to thrive and make a significant impact on healthcare
• Perform surgeries in both the cutting‑edge hospital and advanced ambulatory surgery center (ASC) settings, with guaranteed protected block time in a brand‑new surgery center designed for teaching and research at Scottsdale Sports Medicine

Banner Health's Total Compensation Package

• Competitive salary with incentives, alongside relocation and sign‑on bonuses
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage, including tail coverage
• Generous paid time off and CME allowances
• Robust benefit options for physicians and their families
• Secure retirement planning with a 401(k) featuring matching and a 457(b) deferred compensation plan

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employer.