Great Opportunity Peds Intensivist in Tucson, AZ!

The Division of Pediatric Critical Care at the University of Arizona in Tucson seeks a full-time board eligible/board certified Pediatric Intensivist to join our current team of 7 Physicians in staffing a 24-bed multidisciplinary PICU. The incumbent will participate with the other members in several activities including resident and medical student education, clinical research, quality improvement and other academic endeavors. Our group provides critical care services at Diamond Children’s Medical Center with a 24/7 coverage model, built on a team-based and collaborative approach. The department seeks individuals who can work with diverse students, trainees, and colleagues, and has experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives. Our team works closely with all of the other Pediatric Subspecialties and multiple surgical services - such as Congenital Heart Surgery, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology/Oncology, Neurosurgery and Trauma.

Location: Banner Diamond Children’s Medical Center, 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719

Job Details:

• 1.0 FTE
•  Average daily census is 12-14 patients with 24 beds in a closed ICU
• 12-hour in-house shifts- days and nights are shared (flexibility in how shifts are negotiated and scheduled)
• Average of 12 to 13 shifts per month
• Current staff consists of 7 Physicians
• Quaternary Care PICU with Post-Op Cardiac, Level 1 Trauma (Level 2 Pediatrics), General PICU, CRRT, ECMO, Neurosurgical care, and advanced ventilation modes cared for in our 24-bed PICU
• Participate in multi-site clinical trials
• Excess shift compensation available 
• Works with 3-4 Pediatrics, EM Peds, or EM residents per block
• Works with 2-3 medical students per month
• Flexibility in practice with additional research and teaching opportunities

 Minimum Qualifications:

• BC/BE in Pediatric Critical Care
• Experienced providers and new grads welcome to apply
• Experience or training in ECMO, Cardiac, and Trauma
• Strong clinical skills and reputation for strong interprofessional communication
• Ability to work within a diverse environment including students, residents, and with other faculty
• Should have an interest in teaching multi-disciplinary trainees, as well as interest in quality improvement and other academic endeavors tailored to the candidate's current career path

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.

• 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 

Our Community:

The soul of the Sonoran Desert. The flavor of the Southwest. The peacefully blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within surrounding mountain views and the lush Sonoran Desert. With 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak in some sunny Vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly communities, horseback riding, and daytrip fishing or kayaking. Selfcare enrichment abounds in refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, enriching culture, and entertainment. Tucson was also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 500k, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living to enjoy with those you love most!

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION 

As an equal opportunity employer, Banner University Medical Group (BUMG) values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. BUMG is an EEO Employer.  

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Banner – University Medical Center Tucson is a nationally recognized organization for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children’s Center– recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies.

As Southern Arizona's only Level 1 Trauma Center, we care for the most critically injured patients in our region. Our care is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. Meanwhile, our nursing innovative, safe and thoughtful care has been recognized with Magnet™ designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson.

Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report has ranked Banner – University Medical Center Tucson among the best hospitals in the nation for Geriatrics and for Cardiology and Heart Surgery. We have also been ranked as high performing in a variety of specialties, including:

• Cancer
• Diabetes and Endocrinology
• Ear, Nose and Throat
• Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery
• Gynecology
• Nephrology
• Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Orthopedics
• Pulmonology
• Urology

Magnet Recognition

In 2003, our Tucson campus became the first hospital in Arizona to receive Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing. This designation is a testament to the innovative, safe and thoughtful care our collaborative nurses provide patients every day.

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