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 - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
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 Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine team 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.

Why Join Tucson VA?

- Outstanding Total Compensation

• Attractive salary complemented by annual performance bonuses

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

• Strong federal retirement pension and 401(k) plan with contributions of up to 5% 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 contract: Enjoy the freedom of moonlighting

• Up to $1,000 annual reimbursement for CME and potential for 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

• Tertiary care center offering specialty services such as interventional cardiology, cardiac & neurosurgery, and more

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

• Facility expansion: new state-of-the-art bed tower currently under construction

- Exceptional Lifestyle

• Reside in beautiful Tucson, the premier city of the Southwest

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

• Engage in a lively arts scene, culinary experiences, and outdoor activities; home to top-rated schools and a major university

Your Responsibilities

• 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

• Commit to clinical excellence, academic scholarship, and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 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

• Unrestricted medical license valid in any U.S. state or territory

• Dedication 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 others—both yours and your patients'.

Note:
Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from veterans, women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.

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