Clinical Researcher & Research Director: Division of Trauma | Banner and University of Arizona (Phoenix)

The Division of Trauma Surgery at Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix is actively seeking a Clinical Researcher and Research Director. This position offers the opportunity to work clinically, engage in cutting edge research, and contribute to the academic community to make a significant impact in the field of Trauma, Acute Care Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care.

Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix is a 766-bed Magnet recognized, ACS verified, and state certified Level 1 Trauma Center (adult care only).The division is a dynamic environment with 10 division faculty, 7 Advanced Practice Providers, and a very busy and growing Trauma and Critical Care program. It offers comprehensive and multi-disciplinary surgical and medical care for our patients, and our staff strives to provide the best in patient care, resident and medical student education, and academic endeavors. Our surgeons and specialists have access to some of the newest medical technologies and most advanced treatment techniques available.

The Division is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated Trauma Surgeon with expertise in leading, developing and conducting research, with special interest in the trauma program, surgical critical care fellowship, and research development. The candidate must also possess excellent communication skills and work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.

The candidate will provide care for patients that have a traumatic injury or acute care surgical issue, manage critically ill patients and help support outpatient and elective surgical care.

The selected individual will hold a faculty appointment (from the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix) that is consistent with their credentials and will instruct fellows, residents and medical students. 

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Location: Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, 1111 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Minimum Qualifications:

• Fellowship training in Acute Care/Trauma Surgery 
• BC or BE in surgery & surgical critical care
• Eligible for an unrestricted license 
• Experience or residency/fellowship training in Robotic/MIS is preferred. Participate in Emergency and Trauma surgery call concurrently & backup call coverage as needed.
• Provide coverage in the surgical ICU at least one week in a quarter.
• Established expertise in working with diverse patient populations.
• Evidence of clinical, scholarly, and teaching ability.
• Qualified candidate should have a history of publications and be an active member of professional societies.
• Academic experience and teaching or clinical excellence awards a plus. 
• ATLS Instructor qualifications and teaching background required.
• Applicants with a history of clinical research and publications within the last 3 years preferred.

Additional Desired Skill Qualifications:

• Chest wall stabilization (Rib plating)
• Robotic certification
• Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
• Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) tube placement
• Abdominal wall reconstruction (TAR, TAPP, TEPP, retrorectus repair, abdominal wall mesh repair)
• Skin grafting
• Tracheostomy (bedside-percutaneous or in the operating room-open)
• Cricothyroidotomy

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.

• Productivity and Value-Based Incentives, Malpractice, and CME Allowance
• Legal, Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• As one of the nations largest non-profit health systems, you'd qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• 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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As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO/AA - M/W/D/V Employee

Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix, formerly known as Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, is the flagship hospital within Banner Health. We have cared for the community since 1911 and we have more than 650 licensed patient care beds.

Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix is an academic medical center that trains more than 220 physicians annually and is a Level I trauma center. Highly specialized services have emerged as leading programs in the region, such as:

• Simulation Education
• High-Risk Obstetrics
• Comprehensive Neuroservices
• Positron Emission Tomography Center

A premier medical center in Arizona and the Southwest, Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix and its employees have received:

• Magnet™ Recognition for Nursing Excellence by the American Nurses Association.
• "Best Hospital" recognition in U.S.News & World Report magazine: Highly-Ranked in Arizona and metro Phoenix and recognized nationally for specialty excellence in four categories. The facility was also ranked “high-performing” in eight specialties and ranked nationally for its cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, geriatrics and nephrology.

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