Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician

Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician at Banner Health summary :

The Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician at Banner - University Medical Center provides specialized inpatient care for older patients in an Acute Care for Elders unit. This role involves collaboration with various medical specialties and focuses on high-quality, evidence-based care while supporting medical education and mentorship. Ideal candidates will have a Geriatric Medicine fellowship, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to academic work and community service.

Banner - University Medical Center (BUMCP) is recruiting BC / BE Geriatric Medicine Physician to provide inpatient care in its Acute Care for Elders (ACE) unit on its campus in central Phoenix. The Division of Geriatric Medicine enjoys a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative culture, comprised of physicians and APPs, and serves as the main source of clinical education for medical students, residents, and geriatrics fellows at University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. The Division has an excellent Acute Care for Elders (ACE Unit), and partners with orthopedics, trauma surgery and medical sub-specialties to provide high quality evidence based care to our older patients. BUMCP is a designated Age Friendly Health system and an accredited Geriatric Emergency department.

BUMCP is the flagship hospital and largest academic medical center within Banner Health with more than 650 licensed patient care beds. As a Level 1 trauma center and transplant center, BUMCP is the central hub for care for medically complex patients. Recognized as one of only two hospitals in Arizona by Beckers Hospital Review as a "Great Hospital in America", BUMCP is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and educational innovations to prepare the next generation to serve our community. The Division of Geriatric Medicine and Department of Internal Medicine have specific faculty-led programs to support career growth through opportunities in :

• Clinical excellence and health equity
• Medical education and mentorship
• Innovation and investigation
• Quality improvement and patient safety
• Service to the institution and community

Work Schedule : Shift based scheduling, 12-hr shifts / month (7 days on / 7 days off),

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits package with incentive opportunities, as well as an academic appointment at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix.

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Keywords :

Geriatric Medicine, Acute Care for Elders, Inpatient Care, Patient Safety, Medical Education, Complex Patients, Healthcare, Board Certification, Clinical Excellence, Diversity in Healthcare