Trauma Acute Care Surgeon — the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ)

Trauma Acute Care Surgeon — the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ)

Tucson, ArizonaPosted 23d agoattending physician
~$546,250SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 41 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

General SurgeryFull-timeEquitable in-house trauma and emergency general surgery call with backup call coverage as needed

Overview

Location
Tucson, Arizona
Schedule
Equitable in-house trauma and emergency general surgery call with backup call coverage as needed
SalaryDr Signal range
$480k – $610k

41 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Academic medical center · University Medical Center

Role summary

The University of Arizona seeks a fellowship-trained Trauma Acute Care Surgeon for an academic position involving clinical care, teaching, and research at a regional referral center in Tucson, AZ. The role includes in-house call coverage for trauma and emergency general surgery with opportunities for leadership and scholarly activity.

What the posting highlights

  • In-house call with backup coverage
  • Care setting: Trauma, burn, emergency general surgery patients; staff surgical intensive care unit
  • Patient population: Regional referral center for southern Arizona, clinically complex catchment area
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$480k–$610k · $546k median
$464kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$626k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$480k – $610k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
41 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation

Benefits named in the posting

  • Paid sick time
  • Malpractice coverage
  • CME allowance
  • Legal, medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Voluntary pet, auto, and home insurance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Fertility benefits
  • Parental leave
  • Mental health support
  • Retirement plans with matching or 401b deferred options
Physician-reported total comp$480k–$610k · $546k median
$464kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$626k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 41 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Banner Health

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EHR
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Aggregated (ym_careers)
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Academic medical center
Facility type
University Medical Center
Patient population
Regional referral center for southern Arizona, clinically complex catchment area
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Arizona
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Academic medical center

SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough physician-reported data.

Questions to ask the employer

  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Call burden
Equitable in-house trauma and emergency general surgery call with backup call coverage as needed
Inpatient / outpatient
Trauma, burn, emergency general surgery patients; staff surgical intensive care unit
Coverage model
In-house call with backup coverage
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
2 wk ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Trauma Acute Care Surgeon Opening with the University of Arizona (Tucson, AZ) Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson | Banner – University Medical Center Tucson The Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma, Critical Care, Burn and Emergency Surgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson invites applications from fellowship-trained surgeons for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Rank and track will be commensurate with the successful candidate's clinical experience and scholarly record. The Division provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary surgical and critical care to trauma, burn, and emergency general surgery patients across southern Arizona, serving as a regional referral center for a large and clinically complex catchment area. We are seeking a colleague who will contribute meaningfully to all three of the Division's missions — outstanding patient care, the education of the next generation of surgeons, and the advancement of the field through scholarship. This is an academic position. Scholarly productivity is highly desired and supported with mentorship and institutional research infrastructure appropriate to the candidate's rank and academic focus. Clinical Responsibilities Provide comprehensive, high-quality care to trauma and emergency general surgery patients across the continuum of care Staff the surgical intensive care unit Participate in equitable in-house trauma and emergency general surgery call, taken concurrently, with backup call coverage as needed Opportunity to develop and maintain an elective surgical practice aligned with divisional and institutional priorities is optional Academic and Scholarly Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to establish, extend, and sustain a program of scholarship. Areas of focus may include clinical outcomes research, translational or basic science investigation, health services and injury prevention research, educational scholarship, or quality improvement and program development. Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at regional and national scientific meetings Pursue intramural and extramural research funding appropriate to academic focus and career stage Maintain active membership and pursue leadership roles in national professional societies (AAST, EAST, ACS Committee on Trauma, SCCM, ABA, and others) Contribute to the Division's clinical research and quality improvement infrastructure, including participation in multicenter trials and registry-based studies Collaborate across the University of Arizona Health Sciences, including opportunities to engage with investigators in engineering, public health, pharmacy, and the basic sciences Senior candidates: provide mentorship to junior faculty, fellows, and residents in research design, manuscript development, and academic career progression Educational Responsibilities Teach and mentor medical students, general surgery residents, and surgical critical care fellows in both clinical and didactic settings Serve as an ATLS instructor Provide leadership in medical student, resident, or fellowship education commensurate with rank and experience Support faculty development and mentorship within the Division Leadership Opportunities Depending on experience and interest, the position may include formal programmatic leadership within the Division. We are actively interested in candidates positioned to grow into divisional and departmental leadership position. Minimum Qualifications MD, DO, or equivalent degree; eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona Board certified or board eligible in General Surgery Fellowship training in Surgical Critical Care and/or Acute Care/Trauma Surgery Evidence of clinical and didactic teaching ability A record of peer-reviewed publication and active professional society membership, commensurate with career stage ATLS instructor qualification, or eligibility and willingness to obtain it Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of patients, students, trainees, and colleagues Desired Qualifications An established or clearly emerging program of scholarship with a defined thematic focus History of extramural or intramural research funding, or a demonstrable trajectory toward it Experience mentoring students, residents, fellows, or junior faculty in scholarly work Leadership experience in education, quality improvement, or program development Main Location: Banner - University Medical Center Tucson , 1625 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719 Banner Benefits At Banner, your benefits package is about your well-being. 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, 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! Public Service Loan Forgiveness Financial wellness resources, including retirement plans with matching or 401b deferred options, employee perks, and discounts Why Tucson? The University of Arizona is a member of the Association of American Universities and the state's flagship research institution, offering the collaborative breadth of a major research university alongside the clinical volume and acuity of a regional referral center. 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 is 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! Submit your CV for further consideration As an Equal Oopportunity Employer, Banner Health values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. Banner Health is an EEO Employer. POS16095/15135