Banner Payson Medical Center in Payson, Arizona is recruiting a full-time Emergency Medicine physician to join its established emergency department at a 44-bed acute care facility serving the greater Payson region. This three-time recipient of Thomson Reuters' 100 Top Hospitals designation is now part of the nationally recognized Banner Health system, known for its commitment to patient quality, safety, and innovation. The position offers a sign-on bonus, flexible shift scheduling, and a collaborative team environment within a community hospital that has served this region for more than 50 years.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus offered
- Full-time employment with flexible shift scheduling
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Access to more than 300,000 CME hours through an affiliated continuing medical education institute
- Clinician wellness program access
- Leadership development and career growth opportunities within a large, multi-state health system
Practice Highlights
- 44-bed acute care facility offering inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, imaging, medical, surgical, and emergency services
- Part of Banner Health, a nationally recognized system with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and clinical innovation
- Three-time recipient of the Thomson Reuters 100 Top Hospitals designation
- Over 115 healthcare professionals on staff, supporting a collaborative, well-resourced clinical environment
- Full-time schedule with shift flexibility to support work-life balance
- Supportive team culture with emphasis on clinician wellness and professional development
- Regional referral catchment serving the greater Payson area and surrounding communities
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community emergency department acuity
About the Community
Payson sits at approximately 5,000 feet elevation in the Tonto National Forest of central Arizona, roughly 90 miles northeast of Phoenix — close enough for city access, far enough for genuine mountain-town living. The area offers four-season outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, hunting, and proximity to the Mogollon Rim, all at a cost of living well below major Arizona metros. Payson's small-town character, clean air, and scenic high-desert landscape make it a compelling destination for physicians seeking a quality-of-life alternative to urban practice.