Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

Job Description

Job Description

Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician - Tucson VA Medical Center

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Salary Range: $320,000 - $350,000 per year + exceptional federal benefits
Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Recruitment Incentive: Highly Competitive Sign-on Bonus!
Relocation: Available

Elevate Your Career and Create a Meaningful Impact

Become a part of a vibrant and collaborative team in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS), dedicated to serving our nation's heroes while advancing your professional journey within one of the leading integrated health systems in the country.

- Outstanding Total Compensation

• Attractive salary complemented by annual performance bonuses.

• Unmatched Paid Time Off: Accumulate up to 55 days each year (26 vacation days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and 5 CME days).

• Strong federal retirement pension along with a 401(k) plan featuring up to 5% contributions from the VA.

• Comprehensive federal health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance options.

- Professional Stability & Growth

• Complimentary liability coverage with full tail protection.

• No restrictive employment contracts: Enjoy the freedom of moonlighting.

• Annual CME reimbursement of up to $1,000 and the possibility of 5 days of CME leave.

• Utilize your unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.

- Valued Academic Partnership

• Primary teaching affiliate: University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy.

• Opportunities for faculty appointments to mentor future physicians, fellows, and residents.

- Research & Leadership Opportunities

• Support for leadership in quality improvement and scholarly initiatives.

• Access to VA research time and resources for investigators.

- State-of-the-Art Facility

• A tertiary care center offering specialized services such as interventional cardiology, cardiac and neurosurgery, among others.

• Recipient of the VA's Robert W. Carey Performance Excellence Award.

• Facility expansion underway with the construction of a new state-of-the-art bed tower.

- Exceptional Lifestyle

• Reside in beautiful Tucson, a premier city in the Southwest.

• Enjoy over 350 days of sunshine, stunning landscapes, a vibrant culture, and affordable living.

• Engage in a rich array of arts, culinary experiences, and outdoor activities; home to top-rated schools and a major university.

• Provide high-quality outpatient and inpatient care in Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care, including Medical ICU coverage and specialty consultations.

• Participate in Sleep Medicine if you have the interest and training.

• Educate medical students, residents, and fellows.

• Contribute to clinical excellence, academic scholarship, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Board certified or eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizen candidates with exceptional qualifications may be considered).

• Eligibility for faculty appointments at the University of Arizona.

• Possession of an unrestricted U.S. medical license (from any state or territory).

• A strong commitment to teaching, clinical quality, and patient-centered care.

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?

Apply today to experience professional fulfillment, outstanding benefits, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of your patients and yourself.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We encourage applications from veterans, women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.

Make Tucson your home. Make a difference with us. Your future begins here.