Physician-Surgery: Trauma

American Academy of Family Physicians; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid malpractice with tail coverage

Paid CME

Relocation package

Job summary

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, AZ is seeking a Trauma Surgeon to provide comprehensive surgical care in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include delivering surgical coverage and mentoring residents and medical students.

Competitive salary, paid malpractice, CME, and health benefits are offered alongside career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Board Certification/Eligibility in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care required.
• Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care, Acute Care Surgery & Trauma essential.
• Experience with diverse patient populations and teaching qualifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive surgical care for trauma patients.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment.
• Educate residents and medical students in surgical practices.

Skills

Board Certification/Eligibility in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care

Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care, Acute Care Surgery & Trauma

Demonstrated clinical and didactic teaching ability

Experience working with diverse patient populations

ATLS Instructor qualifications and teaching background

Job description

Trauma Surgeon at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center - Glendale, AZ

Banner Medical Group (BMG) is expanding our presence in Glendale, AZ, and we're looking for a talented Trauma Surgeon to be part of our growth story!

The Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center offers a dynamic environment where you'll provide comprehensive surgical care within our collaborative, multidisciplinary team. Our surgeons are dedicated to excellence in patient care, resident mentorship, and medical student education.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively with diverse students, trainees, and colleagues
• Participate in Acute Care and Trauma surgery call
• Provide surgical trauma ICU coverage
• Deliver backup call coverage as needed
• Develop a full-time clinical practice
• Educate residents and medical students
• Participate in clinical research

Qualifications

• Board Certification/Eligibility in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care
• Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care, Acute Care Surgery & Trauma
• Demonstrated clinical and didactic teaching ability
• Experience working with diverse patient populations
• ATLS Instructor qualifications and teaching background

About Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

Serving the Northwest Valley for over 25 years, our facility recently completed a $290 million expansion featuring a Level I Adult Trauma Center for patients 15 and older. This prestigious designation means we provide comprehensive care for all injury aspects, eliminating the need to transfer patients for life‑saving treatment.

Our center boasts:

• Approximately 600 beds
• 19 state‑of‑the‑art surgical suites
• Full complement of medical subspecialties

Life in Phoenix's West Valley

Experience the perfect blend of professional growth and personal enjoyment:

• Premier dining, shopping, and nightlife
• Endless outdoor activities: hiking, cycling, boating, golf
• Excellent public & private schools
• Vibrant sports scene with high school, college, and professional teams

Why Choose Banner Health?

As an AA‑rated non‑profit organization, we offer:

• Competitive base salary plus production incentives (wRVU and quality metrics)
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage
• Paid CME
• 401(k) matching and 457(b) deferred compensation plans
• Attractive sign‑on bonus and relocation package
• Excellent health benefits for you and your family
• Career advancement opportunities
• Optimal work/life balance
• Dedicated provider well‑being resources

Banner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds.