Rheumatologist

Rheumatology; Arizona; On-site; USD 240,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary base + incentives

Sign-on/relocation bonus

Paid CME days

Tail malpractice coverage

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401k with 4% match

Tuition benefits

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Banner University Medical Group's Division of Rheumatology in Tucson, AZ is recruiting an experienced clinician to join an academic practice that provides patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings, teaches medical students, residents and fellows, and pursues scholarly projects.

The physician will hold a faculty appointment at the University of Arizona as Assistant or Associate Professor and care at both Main and South Campuses.

Qualifications

• MD/DO required with board eligibility/certification in Rheumatology.
• Arizona license eligibility or full license required.
• DEA registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient rheumatology care.
• Teach medical students, residents and fellows.
• Engage in scholarly projects and research opportunities.
• Care at Banner University Medical Center Main & South Campus.

Skills

Clinical Rheumatology

Medical teaching

Inpatient & outpatient care

Scholarly activity

Education

MD/DO degree

BC/BE in Internal Medicine & Rheumatology

Board certification in Rheumatology

Job description

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN THE GROWING TEAM OF CLINICAL ACADEMIC FACULTY WITH BANNER UNIVERSITY MEDICAL GROUP IN TUCSON, AZ

The Division of Rheumatology in the Department of Medicine is actively recruiting an outstanding experienced clinician to join an academic practice that will provide patient care in the inpatient and outpatient settings, teach medical students, residents and fellows, and pursue prospects for scholarly projects. The physician hired will have a faculty appointment at the University of Arizona (Assistant or Associate Professor) consistent with the candidate's credentials and provide care at our main and south campuses.

Banner University Medical Group offers a generous salary and recruitment incentives, along with an industry-leading benefits package that provides security for you and your family.

• Salary base plus incentives
• Sign-on/relocation bonus
• Paid CME days with allowance
• Fully paid occurrence-based malpractice including tail coverage
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and pharmacy plans
• Approved time off for all Physicians
• 401k retirement plan with 4% match after one year of service
• Career advancement and optimal work/life balance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Employee discounts
• Tuition benefits for you and your immediate family (qualifications/restrictions apply)
• Tucson provides a host of professional opportunities, cultural amenities, and recreational activities.

• Excellent K-12 educational options and the academic excellence of the University of Arizona
• Full calendar of cultural events at the University and downtown Tucson city center
• Endless sunshine, majestic mountains in every direction and breathtaking sunsets
• Easy access to the sand and surf of San Diego and Mexico
• Year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and bird watching
• Moderate cost of living

Banner Health and the University of Arizona Health Network have come together to form Banner – University Medicine, a health system anchored in Phoenix and Tucson that makes the highest level of care accessible to Arizona residents. At the heart of this merger is academic medicine – research, teaching and patient care – across three academic medical centers. Our world-class hospital in Tucson is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and training of future medical professionals who serve the community.

Please submit your letter of interest and CV for immediate consideration.

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 Employer. POS 14042

Qualifications:

• M.D./D.O. degree
• BC/BE in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
• Ability to obtain an AZ license
• DEA Registration

Essential Functions:

• 1.0 FTE
• Average patient volume of 8-10 patients per 4-hour session, up to eight sessions per week with 2 administrative half days
• Work in outpatient clinic with opportunity to provide care to offsite Indian Health Services and rotate on inpatient consult service
• Treatment of patients with complex multisystem rheumatic diseases
• Teaching and mentoring of residents and fellows
• Provide care at the Banner University Medical Center Main & South Campus