A well-established, 350-physician anesthesiology group is recruiting a fellowship-trained Pediatric Anesthesiologist to join its West Valley Division at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, Arizona — a 561-bed Level I Trauma Center that recently completed a $290 million expansion and consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The practice model blends approximately 30% pediatric and 70% general anesthesia, with access to a pediatric hospital-within-a-hospital featuring a busy PICU and Level 4 NICU. A $150,000 start-date bonus anchors a competitive W-2 compensation package in one of the Sun Belt's fastest-growing family-centered communities.
Perks and Benefits
- $150,000 start-date bonus
- Competitive base salary — W-2 employment structure
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- CME reimbursement and paid CME time
- Professional liability (malpractice) coverage included
- Generous PTO allowance
- Flexible scheduling within a collaborative, well-regarded group environment
Practice Highlights
- Case mix of approximately 30% pediatric / 70% general anesthesia — diverse pediatric case types including neonatal cases
- Pediatric hospital-within-a-hospital model at Banner Thunderbird, supported by a busy PICU and Level 4 NICU
- Dedicated pediatric nursing team with designated pediatric pre-op and PACU beds
- Surgical service lines include general surgery, orthopedics, and urology; regional anesthesia actively encouraged
- No cardiac or neurosurgery anesthesia required in the pediatric scope
- Banner Thunderbird Medical Center: 561 beds, Level I Trauma Center, 15 main ORs, state-of-the-art surgical suites following a $290 million facility expansion; US News & World Report top-ranked in the Phoenix metro; recipient of Westmarc "Best of the West" award
- Banner Estrella Medical Center (additional coverage site): 317 all-private beds, 11 main ORs, full service lines including general, cardiovascular, neuro, ortho, OB/GYN, transplants, peds, and bariatrics; also US News top-ranked and a Westmarc "Best of the West" recipient
- Group of over 350 board-certified or board-eligible physicians covering virtually all anesthesia subspecialties with fellowship-trained experts across hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and office-based practices
- Growing pediatric referral volume driven by the West Valley's expanding family-centered demographics
- Leadership and committee involvement available for those with administrative or quality-improvement interests
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Anesthesiology (American Board of Anesthesiology)
- Fellowship training in Pediatric Anesthesiology required
- Comfort with a mixed adult, pediatric, and neonatal case load
- Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Regional anesthesia proficiency valued given the group's emphasis on regional techniques
About the Community
Glendale sits in the heart of the Phoenix metropolitan area — the Valley of the Sun — offering a low state income tax environment, abundant outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, golf, and parks set against Arizona's desert landscape, and a vibrant downtown historic district with local dining and cultural events such as the Glendale Folk & Heritage Festival. The city is home to major sports and entertainment venues including State Farm Stadium (Arizona Cardinals) and Gila River Arena (Arizona Coyotes), and provides easy access to the full amenities of greater Phoenix while maintaining a close-knit, family-friendly community feel. Quality educational institutions including Glendale Community College and Midwestern University serve residents of all ages, making this a strong long-term destination for physicians relocating with families.