Physician-Pathology
Company: Banner Health
Location: Higley
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
System Medical Director of Transfusion Medicine Banner Health
and Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center - Phoenix Metro Area Banner
Health and Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center are actively recruiting
for a System Medical Director of Transfusion Medicine. This
individual will serve as a clinical leader of transfusion medicine
services for a comprehensive healthcare system. The successful
applicant is expected to have outstanding knowledge and experience
in all aspects of clinical transfusion medicine, including
successful implementation of and continued leadership in patient
blood management and utilization initiatives, leadership
experience, and excellent organizational, management, and
communication skills. The System Medical Director of Transfusion
Medicine will provide vital medical leadership, ensuring
high-quality patient care, patient safety and regulatory compliance
while advancing transfusion medicine practices across Banner
Health, one of the largest non-profit healthcare systems in the
country. Banner includes 33 acute-care hospitals in six states, and
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center (BMDACC) provides comprehensive,
multidisciplinary cancer care in Arizona and northern Colorado in
partnership with the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Position Responsibilities: Deliver medical direction by applying
deep technical knowledge and specialized expertise to guide system
technical specialists, facility blood bank leaders, and technical
staff. Provide clinical consultation with respect to
transfusion-related issues for BMDACC and Banner patients to ensure
optimal outcomes. Lead transfusion-related quality improvement
initiatives and blood product utilization and management for the
system. Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and
with accreditation standards (CAP, AABB, TJC, FACT), and
collaborate with laboratory leaders to translate complex regulatory
language into practical, actionable, and standardized procedures
and protocols to ensure patient safety and mitigate risk.
Collaborate with system technical specialists on staff development
initiatives. Keep well-informed regarding advances in transfusion
medicine practice to support ongoing enhancement of services.
Minimum Qualifications Include: MD, DO, or MBBS degree required
Board certification in Clinical Pathology with subspecialty
certification in Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine Eligibility for
medical licensure in the State of Arizona At least 5 years of
experience providing and leading transfusion medicine services in a
multi-hospital system Experience providing transfusion medicine
services for patients in a comprehensive cancer center Experience
implementing and running a comprehensive patient blood management
program Strong written and verbal communication skills Familiarity
with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards Preferred
Qualifications Include: Clinical training and experience in
apheresis and cellular therapy laboratory operations Banner Health
is nationally recognized as one of the largest integrated
healthcare systems and remains the largest employer in Arizona.
Additionally, Banner has teamed up with the MD Anderson Cancer
Center, repeatedly ranked number one by U.S. News and World Report
in cancer care, to open the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. This
center is the broadest extension of MD Anderson's services outside
of Houston and brings an unprecedented level of cancer care to the
greater Phoenix area and the entire Southwest. The successful
applicant will have the opportunity to pursue an adjunct faculty
appointment at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
WE OFFER YOU a generous compensation package, including a
competitive base salary plus incentives (wRVU) paid
occurrence-based malpractice paid CME plus allowance 401(k)
matching and 457(b) deferred compensation plans excellent benefit
package options that provide security for you and your family.
Additionally, our suburban locations provide you with convenient
access to world-class entertainment, year-round outdoor activities,
amazing desert beauty, and an excellent quality of life. FOR
IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION, SUBMIT YOUR CV TO:
doctors@bannerhealth.com Visit our website at: www.bannerhealth.com
As an equal opportunity employer, Banner Health values culture and
encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences
and backgrounds. Banner Health is an EEO Employer. POS15036
Physician-Pathology
Keywords: Banner Health, Mesa , Physician-Pathology, Healthcare , Higley, Arizona
