Anesthesiology Program Director Role with Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, AZ: $500K+

Banner University Medical Group and Banner University Medical Center-Phoenix (BUMCP) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Director (PD) for a new anesthesiology residency program. The Department of Anesthesiology- at The University of Arizona College of Medicine- Phoenix (U of A COM-P) was formally established in July 2025 with the goal of rapidly developing a residency program and expanding perioperative programs at BUMCP. Additional expansion and collaboration with existing Banner Health facilities in Phoenix is also anticipated. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in anesthesiology, demonstrated leadership skills, and a passion for medical education.

The U of A COM-P anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC) in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The PBC campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

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BUMCP — recently ranked among U.S. News & World Report's top-50 hospitals nationally for specialty care areas including geriatrics, nephrology and urology — is one of Arizona's leading hospitals for medical care, treatment and recovery. It is the largest hospital in the state of Arizona (746 beds). The hospital's entire staff prioritizes the comfort and recovery of its patients, and they are dedicated to creating a healing environment for them. As an academic medical center focused on clinical excellence, research and teaching, the goal of their entire team is focused on ensuring patients and their families receive the very best care from top-notch medical experts (https://www.bannerhealth.com/). 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning, initiation, and administration of a categorical ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency training program.
• Report to the Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology and the Designated Institutional Officer (DIO) at the U of A COM-P and work closely with leaders across the system to grow and enhance the program.
• Lead and manage the Anesthesiology Residency Program in accordance with ACGME accreditation requirements.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs that enhance resident learning and clinical competence.
• Mentor and support residents, faculty, and staff in their professional development.
• Ensure the residency program meets accreditation standards and institutional policies.
• Foster collaboration with clinical departments and interdisciplinary teams to enhance training opportunities.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including research, publications, and presentations.
• Represent the residency program at national and regional meetings and committees.
• Approve or remove physicians and non-physicians as faculty members at participating site, including the designation of core faculty members, by developing and overseeing a process to evaluate candidates prior to approval. 
• Ensure a sufficient number of faculty members with competence to instruct and supervise all residents. 
• Provide a learning and working environment in which residents have the opportunity to raise concerns, report mistreatment, and provide feedback in a confidential manner, as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Be board certified in Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) or the American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology and be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona.
• Be eligible for medical staff membership at Banner – University Medical Center- Phoenix.
• Be eligible for a University of Arizona academic appointment at the assistant professor level or higher.
• Have faculty experience, leadership, organizational, and administrative skills, as well as the ability to function effectively within an institutional governance. 
• Ongoing demonstration of academic achievements in anesthesiology, such as publications, the development of educational programs, or the conduct of research.  
• Must demonstrate ongoing clinical activity. 
• Must be a role model of professionalism. 
• Must be able to administer and maintain a learning environment conducive to educating the residents in each of the ACGME Competency domains. 
• Experience with hospital partnership and collaboration.
• Experience serving on safety and quality committees.
• Skills in diplomacy, and the ability to influence decisions.
• A high level of proficiency in developing and maintaining productive interpersonal relationships among medical staff members, departmental leaders/directors/managers and employees, university, health system and hospital administrators.
• The ability to effectively deal and interact with a diverse population and to effectively handle interpersonal conflict.
• A working knowledge of quality improvement processes.
• The ability to speak publicly.
• A working knowledge regarding contemporary adult learning techniques and methods. 

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. We design your benefits with you in mind, offering a wide variety of comprehensive benefits that give you peace of mind and provide security for you and your family. 

Benefits Include: 

• Annual Base Compensation of $500K+
• Up to $100k Sign-On Bonus  
• Student Loan Reimbursement (Up to $100k, in addition to public service loan forgiveness)
• Tuition Reimbursement/Tuition Discount at U of A or ASU (faculty and spouses are eligible for 100% tax-free tuition remission; dependent children can attend U of A, ASU, or NAU with 75% tax-free tuition remission)
• Night/Weekend/Holiday pay differential
• Excess shift & after-hours pay premium
• Faculty appointment at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix (faculty at higher ranks qualify for progressively higher specialty base compensation)
• Paid Sick Time  
• Malpractice and Tail Coverage 
• CME Allowance 
• Legal, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage 
• Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance 
• 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! 
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness 
• Financial wellness resources, including retirement plans with matching, employee perks and discounts 

Our Community:

Iconic Landscapes. Picture Perfect Skies. Outstanding public and private schools. It’s time to go beyond. Greater Phoenix, AZ is the nation’s sunniest metropolis and the cosmopolitan heart of the majestic Arizona desert. It's a city that basks in year-round (over 300 days/year) sunshine with stunning Sonoran Desert scenery. Phoenix is the United States’ fifth-largest city with a population of over 1.6 million, home to 200+ golf courses, MLB Spring Training mecca, four professional major-league clubs, daytrip drives to six different lakes, culturally enriching venues with a plethora of museums, as well as an extensive offering of casual patio dining, destination spas, and upscale shopping. The area offers miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails, professional sports, world-class theater and exceptional musical entertainment. In the heart of the city is Sky Harbor, a gateway to the world with thousands of national and international flights daily. Adventure, fresh air and beautiful sunsets… Arizona has it all. Phoenix is a place where you can stay healthy and vibrant, all year long! 

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV TODAY 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.

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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.

Phoenix is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States. Located in south-central Arizona, Phoenix is ideally situated for outdoor activities. The beaches of Rocky Point on the Sea of Cortez are three hours to the south. San Diego and Los Angeles are a one-hour airplane ride or six-hour drive to the West. Snow-capped mountains and alpine terrain are within two hours of downtown Phoenix. No matter the outdoor activity you prefer, Phoenix is close enough to get you there.

The wealth of the area comes largely from its vast array of industry and manufacturers. 

With the area's population growth, new trade opportunities, nonstop transatlantic flights, Phoenix's status as a transportation, distribution, and high-tech manufacturing hub is becoming more vital to the Southwest, and to the nation.

Phoenix is one of the real cultural centers of the southwest. The symphony is renowned, and downtown Phoenix offers art lovers museums and galleries featuring unique Native American art and history. Gourmets know that some of the best southwestern cuisine can be found in Phoenix.

If sports are your thing, the Valley of the Sun is your place boasting teams in all four major sports: Major League Baseball, National Football League, National Hockey League and National Basketball Association. Every spring, Cactus League Spring Training baseball arrives, and Phoenix International Raceway host two major races for NASCAR's Nextel Cup. Hiking and biking trails through desert landscapes and rugged mountains, coupled with the warm climate, help make Phoenix an outdoor lovers dream.

Golf is also a favorite pastime in Phoenix. It would take dedicated hackers years to play all of the more than 200 golf courses in the area. Players from around the country travel to Phoenix to play the world-class links. Surrounded by the scenic landscape of the Arizona Desert, Phoenix provides the excitement of the Urban Old West within a thriving metropolitan area brimming with cultural activity.