Position Overview:

In partnership with the University of Arizona, the Department of Surgery at Banner – University Medicine Tucson is now interviewing plastic surgeons passionate about breast reconstruction and the care of patients with breast cancer. This is a unique opportunity to build a world class breast reconstruction program at the University of Arizona Cancer Center, the only NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Arizona. Work with new faculty in breast surgery and breast oncology to develop innovative care pathways for patients with breast cancer and prepare them for long term survivorship and optimized quality of life.

The University of Arizona Cancer Center (UACC) is located in Tucson, a global wellness destination with Canyon Ranch, Miraval Spa and the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine all located within minutes of the campus. Tucson itself is a wonderful place to live with year-round recreational opportunities, miles of mountainous hiking trails, excellent schools and a reasonable cost of living.

The UACC is part of the Banner Health system, which comprises over 34 hospitals and is the leading integrated healthcare system in the Southwest. Patient care locations include a brand new 600-bed state-of-the-art hospital, a new ambulatory clinic and infusion center and an aesthetic surgery center located in the Catalina Foothills, one of the most rapidly growing regions in the state. As clinical volume grows, it is anticipated that additional surgeons will be added to the practice.

We are seeking an individual with the vision and passion to provide state of the art care and develop new reconstructive paradigms for breast cancer patients. Substantial institutional and departmental resources are available to build programs in translational research, health services research, clinical trials, drug and device innovation, population health, health care disparities, clinical fellowships and other areas of interest.

The successful candidate should have completed a microsurgery fellowship and can be at any academic rank. Compensation is extremely competitive with substantial productivity incentives.

Minimum Requirements

• Board Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons
• Fellowship-Training in Microsurgery
• Experienced and graduating plastic & breast reconstruction surgeons with interests in academic medicine are encouraged to apply

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
• 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 deferred options, employee perks and discounts 

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION

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 !