This OB Anesthesiology opportunity at Banner Estrella Medical Center in the West Valley of Phoenix, Arizona offers one of the most distinctive schedules in the specialty: one week on, two weeks off — a genuine structural work-life balance, not a marketing phrase. The position sits within a well-established, collegial anesthesia group that has been recognized as a top provider of perioperative care in Arizona, and the facility itself ranks among the top hospitals in the Phoenix metro area by U.S. News & World Report. The compensation package leads with a $410K guaranteed W2 base salary plus a $100K start-date bonus, making this one of the more competitive OB anesthesia offers in the Southwest.
Perks and Benefits
- Guaranteed $410,000 base salary (W2 employment)
- $100,000 start-date bonus
- Premium pay available when volunteering for additional shifts beyond the standard rotation
- Company-paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Enhanced 401(k) plan with additional retirement options
- Annual CME and business expense allowance
Practice Highlights
- Structured one-week-on / two-weeks-off schedule — predictable, repeating rotation built into the position
- OB Anesthesia focus within a full-service anesthesia group covering a broad surgical case mix: General, Cardiovascular, Neuro, Orthopedic, OB/GYN, Transplant, Pediatric, and Bariatric surgery
- Banner Estrella Medical Center — 317 all-private-bed acute care hospital serving the West Valley since 2005
- 11 main operating rooms on campus
- 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 contributions to the region
- Supportive, collegial team culture within an established, high-volume anesthesia practice
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Anesthesiology (ABMS/ABA)
- Subspecialty training or demonstrated clinical focus in OB Anesthesia
- Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full spectrum of obstetric anesthesia cases within a busy, multi-OR tertiary facility
About the Community
Banner Estrella is located in Glendale, Arizona — a West Valley city adjacent to Phoenix that combines the energy of a major metro with the feel of a close-knit community. The area offers Arizona's favorable low state income tax climate, proximity to world-class sports venues including State Farm Stadium and Camelback Ranch spring training, a charming historic downtown with local dining and cultural festivals, and abundant outdoor recreation across parks, golf courses, and hiking terrain. Glendale sits minutes from Phoenix, Peoria, and Surprise, with access to higher education institutions including Arizona State University's West Valley campus and Midwestern University — a strong draw for physicians relocating with families.