Physician-Pediatrics: Critical Care / Intensivist

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice with Tail Coverage

CME Allowance

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

The University of Arizona in Tucson seeks a full-time pediatric intensivist to join our 24-bed PICU staffed with a collaborative team of seven physicians at Diamond Children’s Medical Center. This role includes resident and medical student education, clinical research, and quality improvement within a quaternary care environment with ECMO and advanced ventilation.

We offer a 1.0 FTE schedule with shared day/night shifts, strong teaching opportunities with pediatric subspecialties, and a

Qualifications

• BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care.
• Pediatric Cardiology certification preferred.
• Experience with ECMO, cardiac care, and trauma.
• Ability to teach and work with residents and students.
• Strong interprofessional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Staff a 24-bed PICU with 24/7 coverage.
• Participate in resident and medical student education.
• Engage in clinical research and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with other pediatric subspecialties.
• Teach multi-disciplinary trainees.

Skills

Pediatric Critical Care

Teaching residents

Quality improvement

Interprofessional communication

Collaboration with Cardiology

Education

BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care

Job description

The Division of Pediatric Critical Care at the University of Arizona in Tucson seeks a full-time board eligible/board certified Pediatric Intensivist to join our current team of 7 Physicians in staffing a 24-bed multidisciplinary PICU. The incumbent will participate with the other members in several activities including resident and medical student education, clinical research, quality improvement and other academic endeavors. Our group provides critical care services at Diamond Childrens Medical Center with a 24/7 coverage model, built on a team-based and collaborative approach. The department seeks individuals who can work with diverse students, trainees, and colleagues, and has experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives. Our team has the opportunity to work closely with other Pediatric Subspecialties such as Congenital Heart Surgery, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Urology, Trauma, and Hematology/Oncology.

Location: Banner Diamond Childrens Medical Center, 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719

Job Details:

• 1.0 FTE
• Average daily census is 12-14 patients with 24 beds in a closed ICU
• 12-hour shifts- days and nights are shared (flexibility in how shifts are negotiated and scheduled)
• Average of 12 to 13 shifts per month
• Current staff consists of 7 Physicians
• Quaternary Care PICU with Post-Op Cardiac, Level 1 Trauma (Level 2 Pediatrics), General PICU, CRRT, ECMO, Neurosurgical care, and advanced ventilation modes cared for in our 24-bed PICU
• Participate in multi-site clinical trials based on preferences
• Excess shift compensation available
• Works with 3-4 residents per block in Pediatrics, EM Peds, or EM
• Works with 2-3 students per month
• Flexibility in practice with additional research and teaching opportunities

Minimum Qualifications:

• BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care

• Prefer additionally boarded in Pediatric Cardiology

• Experienced providers and new grads welcome to apply

• Experience or training in ECMO, Cardiac, and Trauma

• Strong clinical skills and reputation for strong interprofessional communication

• Ability to work within a diverse environment including students, residents, and with other faculty

• Should have an interest in teaching multi-disciplinary trainees, as well as interest in quality improvement and other academic endeavors tailored to the candidate's current career path

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 thats more than just basic medical, dental and vision coverage its 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.

• Malpractice with Tail Coverage, and CME Allowance

• Legal, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

• Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Options

• 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

• Physician 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 plans with matching or 401b deferred options, employee perks and discounts

Our Community:

The soul of the Sonoran Desert. The flavor of the Southwest. The peacefully blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within surrounding mountain views and the lush Sonoran Desert. With 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak in some sunny Vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly communities, horseback riding, and daytrip fishing or kayaking. Selfcare enrichment abounds in refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, enriching culture, and entertainment. Tucson was also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 500k, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living to enjoy with those you love most!

As an equal opportunity employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO Employer.

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Physician-Pediatrics: Critical Care / Intensivist

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