Physician-Anesthesiology

About the Team

Banner University Medical Group and Banner University Medical Center-Phoenix (BUMCP) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Program Director to launch 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 this residency program and expanding perioperative services at BUMCP. This initiative anticipates further collaboration with existing Banner Health facilities across Phoenix.

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 lifelong learners and inquisitive scholars. The PBC campus embodies the University's priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy through world-class academic and research initiatives supported by clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

BUMCP is one of Arizona's leading hospitals for medical care, treatment, and recovery. Ranked among U.S. News & World Report's top-50 hospitals nationally for specialty care areas including geriatrics, nephrology, and urology, it is the largest hospital in the state with 746 beds. As an academic medical center focused on clinical excellence, research, and teaching, the entire team is dedicated to ensuring patients and their families receive the very best care from top-notch medical experts in a healing environment.

About the Role

This role exists to oversee the planning, initiation, and administration of a categorical ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency training program. The Program Director will report to the Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology and the Designated Institutional Officer (DIO) at U of A COM-P, working closely with system leaders to grow and enhance the program. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in anesthesiology, demonstrated leadership skills, and a passion for medical education to foster a learning environment where residents can raise concerns, report mistreatment, and provide feedback in a confidential manner.

Our Community

Greater Phoenix, AZ, is the nation's sunniest metropolis and the cosmopolitan heart of the majestic Arizona desert. Known for iconic landscapes and picture-perfect skies, the city basks in year-round sunshine with over 300 days of sun annually. The region offers outstanding public and private schools, making it an ideal location for professionals seeking to go beyond the ordinary.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Arizona and Banner Health are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, fostering a culture where diversity is valued and every individual can thrive.