Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, Arizona is recruiting a board-eligible or board-certified Anesthesiologist to join the West Valley Division of a well-established, state-recognized anesthesia group. This 561-bed Level I Trauma Center — recently expanded with a $290 million investment — supports a broad surgical case mix spanning cardiovascular, neuro, ortho, OB/GYN, transplant, pediatric, and bariatric procedures across 15 main operating rooms. The defining feature of this opportunity is a structured one-week-on / two-weeks-off schedule that delivers genuine, built-in work-life balance without sacrificing a competitive compensation floor.
Perks and Benefits
- Guaranteed $410,000 base salary (W2 employment)
- $100,000 start-date bonus
- Premium pay available when volunteering for additional shifts
- Company-paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Annual CME and business expense allowance
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Enhanced 401(k) plan with additional retirement options
Practice Highlights
- Structured one-week-on / two-weeks-off schedule — a true alternating rotation, not a standard call-heavy model
- Broad case mix: general, cardiovascular, neuro, orthopedic, OB/GYN, transplant, pediatric, and bariatric surgery
- 561-bed facility with 15 main operating rooms and state-of-the-art surgical suites completed as part of a $290 million expansion
- Level I Trauma Center designation — full-spectrum surgical acuity including complex trauma cases
- Currently ranked among the top hospitals in the Phoenix metropolitan area by U.S. News & World Report
- Recipient of the "Best of the West" award from Westmarc for regional contributions
- Nearly 40-year institutional presence serving the Northwest Valley — established referral base and community trust
- Supportive, collegial team culture within a large, organized anesthesia group with deep Arizona roots
Qualifications
- Board eligible or board certified in Anesthesiology (American Board of Anesthesiology)
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Anesthesiology residency
- Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Clinical comfort with high-acuity, high-volume case mix including trauma, cardiovascular, transplant, and pediatric anesthesia
About the Community
Glendale sits in the heart of the Valley of the Sun, immediately adjacent to Phoenix, offering the amenities of a major metro area alongside a distinct community identity. The city is home to State Farm Stadium (Arizona Cardinals), Camelback Ranch spring training, and the VAI Resort, and its historic downtown features local dining, boutique shops, and year-round cultural events. Arizona's favorable state income tax climate, abundant outdoor recreation — hiking, golf, biking — and access to top-tier educational institutions including Arizona State University's West Valley Campus and Midwestern University make Glendale a compelling destination for physicians relocating with families or seeking an active lifestyle outside a dense urban core.