Banner University Medical Group Posted Sep 15, 2026
Phoenix, AZ
Faculty Trauma Assistant/Assoc. Professor – Banner University Medical Group Phx!
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
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
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
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
As an equal opportunity employer, Banner Health values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. Banner Health is an EEO employer.
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1111 East McDowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85006
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