Physician-Surgery: Trauma

Faculty Trauma Assistant/Assoc. Professor - Banner University Medial Group Phoenix!

Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix is recruiting a Trauma Surgery Faculty member to join a growing, high-acuity Level I Trauma Center certified by both the ACS and the State of Arizona . The program is affiliated with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix (UA COM-P) , offering faculty a strong academic infrastructure and meaningful scholarly engagement.

The ideal candidate is an engaged, self-starting team player with high emotional intelligence who communicates professionally, thrives in a multidisciplinary environment, and is passionate about Trauma program development, fellowship education, mentorship, and research growth.

Qualifications:

• Trauma Surgery fellowship training
• BC or BE in Surgical Critical Care
• Eligible for unrestricted Arizona medical licensure
• Active publications within the past three years
• Active professional society membership
• Demonstrated clinical, scholarly, and teaching ability
• Interest in research development and leadership
• Collaborative professional conduct

Preferred:

• Robotic surgery experience (willing to train)
• ATLS Instructor status (willing to train)
• Academic recognition for teaching or clinical excellence
• Clinical research or scientist background

Work Schedule:

• Model: Shift-Based
• FTE: 1.0 with flexibility | Compensation: wRVU-based

Clinical Scope:

This is an adult-only program with a busy and expanding service line, covering the following areas: Trauma Surgery & Acute Care Surgery | Trauma Surgery ICU (TSICU) | Outpatient Trauma Clinic | Growing Elective Surgery Volume

Responsibilities:

• Emergency, Trauma, and TSICU call coverage (backup call included within shift obligation)
• Elective surgery participation (required)
• ATLS instruction and teaching
• Minimum 50% attendance at Trauma Executive Committee meetings
• Mentorship of faculty, fellows, and residents
• Active research publications and scholarly contributions supporting program verification

Program Highlights:

Donor Care Center A new, exclusive institutional capability led by Dr. Tompeck.

APEX Fellowship On-site Program Director led by Dr. Petersen (UA COM-P details available upon request).

Surgical Critical Care Fellowship Two new fellows accepted annually.

Dedicated Research Program Structured infrastructure led by Dr. Douglas with strong UA COM-P affiliation.

Protected Time Available for discussion; strong institutional track record securing academic time at UA.

Specialized Procedures (Highly Valued):

• Chest Wall Stabilization Rib Plating
• Thoracic Surgery VATS or Thoracotomy
• PEG Tube Placement
• Abdominal Wall Reconstruction TAR, TAPP, TEPP, retrorectus and mesh repair
• Skin Grafting
• Tracheostomy Percutaneous or open/OR
• Cricothyroidotomy

Learn more about BUMCP and the Surgical Division Here:

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• Productivity and Value-Based Incentives, Malpractice, 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
• Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on-demand webinars, sleep guides, mindfulness, and more!
• Financial wellness resources, including retirement plans with matching or 401(k) and 457(b) deferred options, employee perks, and discounts

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