Exciting Surgical Oncologist HPB Opening | Banner University Medicine Tucson

The Department of Surgery at Banner University Medical Center Tucson is actively seeking a surgical oncologist to join the Division of Surgical Oncology at the Banner University Medical Center Tucson (BUMCT) and the University of Arizona. The Division is part of the University of Arizona NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. The surgical oncologist should have a focus in hepatobiliary and pancreatic disease (HPB) and will be joining the HPB team. The team currently consists of 4 surgeons who cover HPB cases and consults at BUMCT, Tucson Medical Center, and the Southern Arizona VA. This provider will work with a team of attending surgeons, residents, inpatient nurses, and outpatient APPs/nurses/MAs to manage acute inpatient problems and provide continuity across continuum of care including diagnosis, initial workup, surgery, discharge planning, and postoperative multidisciplinary follow-up. The Division has started the process of creating a Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, of which this new faculty member will be a part.

The HPB Surgery Team is within the Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson and Banner University Medical Center -Tucson. The Division is part of the University of Arizona is the only independently NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the state. They work as part of a complex multidisciplinary team including medical oncology, radiation oncology, interventional radiology, interventional gastroenterology, radiology, and pathology. This opportunity is based at an academic medical center, providing opportunities for research and education. We serve a diverse patient population and have grown in HPB volume year over year. The environment is friendly and collegial, with a multidisciplinary approach to cancer management and a cooperative team dynamic. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly acclaimed medical center and academic program that has grown significantly in the last few years.

Primary Location: Banner University Medical Center Tucson, 1625 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ

Secondary Location: Banner University Medical Center - South Campus 2800 Ajo Way Tucson, AZ

Position Details:

• Full Time (Monday-Friday plus Call)
• Clinical responsibilities: OP clinic, IP rounding, OR cases, Shared Call Coverage 
• Academic research time provided DOE
• Collaborating with oncology multidisciplinary team, gastric, interventional radiology, pathology, and primary care

Minimum Qualifications:

• Board Eligible/Certified by the American Board of Surgery
• Fellowship-Trained in Complex General Surgical Oncology with HIPEC
• Desire to work in an academic setting
• Position open to experienced surgeons as well as fellow new grads with HIPEC experience

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.

• Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off, Malpractice, and CME Allowance
• As one of the nations largest non-profit health systems, you'd qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• 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 401b deferred options, employee perks, and discounts

 Submit your CV for immediate consideration at doctors@bannerhealth.com

Our Community:

The soulful Sonoran Desert. The flavorful 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 some sunny Vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly community, 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 0.5 million, 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!

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 Employer.

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.

If interested in learning more, we encourage you to visit https://practicewithus.bannerhealth.com!