Endocrinologist

Endocrinologist - Full-Time, Permanent | Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson, AZ) Experience Inspired Purpose. Practice Exceptional Medicine. Come join a dedicated team at the highly regarded Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in beautiful Tucson, Arizona! We are seeking an enthusiastic, board-certified Endocrinologist to join our multi-disciplinary Endocrinology Division to deliver exceptional care to America's Veterans-and help train the next generation of medical professionals. Why SAVAHCS? Outstanding Teaching Environment : As the primary teaching affiliate of the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy, SAVAHCS provides rich opportunities for collaboration in patient care, teaching, and research. Enjoy mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows from a top-tier academic institution. Award-Winning Facility: Our tertiary care center is a perennial leader in quality and innovation, recently earning the prestigious Robert W. Carey Performance Excellence Award. SAVAHCS offers a broad array of subspecialty services and is expanding-with capital investments in new subspecialty clinics already underway. Balanced Practice: Our endocrinologists care for a diverse patient population with intriguing clinical challenges, while actively participating in quality improvement, research, education, and professional development. Position Highlights: Full-Time, Permanent (Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm) Provide comprehensive endocrinology care to Veterans in inpatient and outpatient settings. Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives. Teach and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Conduct and contribute to scholarly activities; VA investigators with Merit Review Awards may receive up to 35% protected research time. Maintain American Heart Association BLS certification and abide by VA and SAVAHCS regulatory standards. Qualifications: M.D. or D.O. degree (or equivalent) Board Certified in Endocrinology (ABIM) Eligible for faculty appointment at University of Arizona, commensurate with experience/achievements Current, valid, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. State or Territory U.S. Citizenship (Non-U.S. citizens may be considered as per VA guidelines) Completion of Residency Training in the USA Compensation & Benefits: Competitive Salary : $245,000 - $275,000/year, with eligibility for annual performance bonus and regular salary increases Recruitment Incentives : Sign-on bonus may be approved for highly qualified candidates Generous Paid Time Off : 50-55 days/year (including 26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and CME) Robust Federal Retirement : Traditional federal pension (vests in 5 years) + 401K (Thrift Savings Plan) with up to 5% VA match Comprehensive Insurance : Health, vision, dental, life, long-term care, with many federal plan options carrying into retirement CME Benefits : Up to $1000/year reimbursement (board certification required); paid CME time off Malpractice Protection : Free liability coverage including tail coverage Licensure Flexibility : Practice with a valid license from any U.S. state or territory No Employment Contract/Moonlighting Restrictions No Financial Disclosure Requirement Live in Tucson! Tucson is known for its stunning desert landscapes, vibrant culture, excellent schools, and year-round outdoor recreation. Enjoy hiking, biking, golfing, and a thriving culinary and music scene with 300+ days of sunshine per year! Ready to Apply or Learn More? Embark on a rewarding career with the nation's largest integrated health care system, caring for America's heroes. Join us and make a difference-where service meets science and teaching meets true impact. Thank you for considering the Veterans Health Administration - Tucson. We look forward to helping you shape your fulfilling and impactful VA career! (Apply Today!) #J-18808-Ljbffr