Pediatric Pulmonologist in Tucson, AZ

In partnership with the University of Arizona, the Division of Pediatric Pulmonology at Banner - University Medical Group in Tucson is actively seeking a Pediatric Pulmonologist!

Banner Health, a top 5-health system, seeks a qualified candidate to join an established team as an academic Pediatric Pulmonologist. Join a well-established, nationally recognized academic pediatric pulmonary practice at the University of Arizona serving a diverse population including border, indigenous and rural populations. The Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine division currently has an accredited Cystic Fibrosis Center, a MCHB-funded Pediatric Pulmonary Center, an active pediatric sleep program and thriving clinical programs in asthma, severe asthma, aerodigestive disorders, neuromuscular diseases, home tracheostomy and ventilator patients and pediatric flexible bronchoscopy. We are an integral part of the Asthma and Airway Disease Research Center and are widely recognized for our clinical and translational research in asthma, cystic fibrosis, and the biology of airway diseases. Our division plays an important role in training medical students, residents, and fellows. Protected time for academic pursuits is available based on interests. There are multiple opportunities to program build, to expand clinical outreach, and to participate in clinical research activities. The successful candidate will hold an academic title with the University of Arizona.

Essential Functions

• Clinical responsibilities shared with other faculty members
• Outpatient pediatric pulmonary clinics
• Inpatient/consult service at Diamond Children's Medical Center-call no more than 1 in 4 weeks
• Academic time
• Call is taken from home

Minimum Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree
• Arizona medical license obtained by start date
• BE/BC in Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine
• New Grads encouraged to apply!

Preferred Qualifications

• Enjoyment of general pediatric pulmonary medicine
• Reliable, energetic individual interested in teaching and scholarly activity
• Interest in quality improvement, clinical/translational or basic science research

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 that's more than just basic medical, dental and vision coverage - it's 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.

• Production Incentives (wRVU), Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off, 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
• Tuition reduction for dependents
• Access to UofA facilities

Tucson Features

• University town with small town feel and large town culture and entertainment
• Warm sunny climate year round
• Outdoor Adventures: golfing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, swimming, and nearby skiing.
• Heritage and culture: galleries, old presidio, museums, missions, vibrant music and theater scene
• Culinary: We are one of only two UNESCO Cities of Gastronomy in the United States with a great selection of cuisine
• Banner - University Medicine makes the highest level of care accessible to Arizona residents. Academic medicine provides patients the best health care has to offer in the areas of research, teaching, and patient care.

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