Physician-Surgery: Thoracic

Jobtome; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid malpractice with tail coverage

CME allowance

401(k) matching and 457(b)

Sign-on bonus and relocation

Excellent health benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Optimal work/life balance

Job summary

Banner - University Medicine Phoenix seeks a thoracic surgeon to join its established clinical faculty. The role includes developing a full-time general thoracic practice with a potential lung transplant focus, educating residents and medical students, and participating in research with a faculty appointment commensurate with credentials.

The position is full-time on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix campus, in an academically oriented environment with multidisciplinary support.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or eligible in cardiac/thoracic surgery and eligible for academic appointment.
• Experience in teaching residents, fellows and medical students in an academic setting.
• Skilled in general thoracic surgery including lung transplant and minimally invasive techniques.

Responsibilities

• Educate residents and medical students within a clinical faculty role.
• Develop a full-time general thoracic surgery practice with potential lung transplant focus.
• Engage in clinical and/or basic science research as part of an academic mission.

Skills

Teaching residents and students

Minimally invasive surgery

Robotic surgery

Clinical academic practice

Education

American Board of Surgery certification

American Board of Thoracic Surgery certification or eligible

Tools

Robotics platforms

Job description

In partnership with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix, the Department of Surgery at Banner - University Medicine Phoenix is now interviewing Thoracic Surgeons to join an established practice of clinical faculty and advanced practice providers. This is an excellent opportunity for a thoracic surgeon with proven clinical skills and demonstrated academic experience to join a fully-staffed, fully supported multidisciplinary team on the campus at Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix as a Clinical Faculty member. The candidate selected will have the opportunity to develop a full-time general thoracic surgery practice (with lung transplant optional), educate residents and medical students, be encouraged to participate in clinical and/or basic science research, and will receive a faculty appointment commensurate with their credentials.

Minimum Qualifications:

• American Board of Surgery & American Board of Thoracic Surgery certified or eligible
• 2 years of experience or more required
• Desire to practice within an academic and research setting, including teaching residents, fellows, and medical students
• All aspects of general thoracic surgery with lung transplant (All aspects of general thoracic surgery with a focus on chest wall, esophageal, lung transplantation and lung surgery and diaphragm)
• Experience in minimally invasive and robotic techniques
• Experienced Clinical Faculty and Graduating Thoracic Surgeons with interests in a clinical academic practice are encouraged to apply

Work Schedule:

• Full-Time

Locations:

• Banner University Medical Center Phoenix | 1111 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Competitive base salary
• Production incentives (wRVU and quality metrics)
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage
• CME allowance
• 401(k) matching and 457(b) deferred compensation
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Excellent health benefits
• Career advancement opportunities
• Optimal work/life balance
• Dedicated provider well-being resources

Our Community:

Iconic Landscapes. Picture-Perfect Skies. Its time to go beyond. Greater Phoenix, AZ is the nations sunniest metropolis and the cosmopolitan heart of the majestic Arizona desert. It's a city that basks in year-round sunshine with stunning Sonoran Desert scenery. Phoenix is the United States sixth-largest city with a population of over 1.4 million, home to 200+ golf courses, MLB Spring Training mecca, daytrip drive to six different lakes, culturally enriched with a plethora of museums, as well as an extensive offering of casual patio dining, destination spas, and upscale shopping. The area offers miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails, professional sports, world-class theater and exceptional musical entertainment. Adventure, fresh air, and beautiful sunsets Arizona has it all.

As an equal opportunity employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of culture and community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO EmployerPOS-16216Physician-Surgery: Thoracic