Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Description

Job Description

Become an Orthopedic Surgeon with Us in Tucson, Arizona!

Why Choose Our Tucson Facility?
Situated in a breathtaking desert environment, our Tucson Medical Center is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services to Veterans. Join a diverse and vibrant team that emphasizes compassionate, innovative, and patient-focused care. Tucson boasts a high quality of life, abundant outdoor activities, rich cultural experiences, and a lively community.

Our facility is a 295-bed hospital that offers training, primary care, and specialized healthcare services across various medical disciplines for eligible Veterans. We are a Joint Commission-accredited, level 1a complexity teaching hospital, providing tertiary-level care.

Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive rewards package for our team members:

• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): This role qualifies for a student loan repayment assistance program.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $325,000 - $400,000 annually
• Performance Bonuses: Annual bonuses and regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year, which includes:
  • 26 days of annual leave
  • 13 days of sick leave
  • 11 paid Federal holidays
  • Up to 5 days of paid absence for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K with contributions up to 5% from the organization.
• Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many options can extend into retirement).
• Licensure: Must hold one full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
• CME: Potential reimbursement of $1,000 per year (must be full-time and board-certified).
• Malpractice Coverage: Free liability protection with tail coverage included.
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restrictions on moonlighting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate expertise in General Orthopedic Surgery, particularly in routine orthopedic trauma with a subspecialty in shoulder surgery.
• Lead initiatives to enhance service delivery within the facility.
• Provide clinical care, support residents and mid-level practitioners, and ensure thorough patient evaluations.
• Collaborate with both internal and external providers to ensure seamless patient care.
• Promote a positive work environment and maintain strong professional relationships with staff, peers, and Veterans.
• Engage in consultations and actively participate in hospital and departmental committees, educational programs, and peer review processes.
• Join a collaborative call schedule with three other orthopedic surgeons.
• Work alongside a dedicated team of six skilled mid-level practitioners and an orthopedic resident.
• Train orthopedic residents from our academic partner, the University of Arizona.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Non-U.S. Citizens may be considered if qualified U.S. candidates are unavailable, in accordance with VA policy.
• Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited medical or osteopathic institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license to practice in all U.S. states.
• Successful completion of Residency Training in the United States.

Preferred Experience:

• General orthopedic experience is essential, with a focus on shoulder surgeries, including shoulder arthroscopies and total/reverse shoulder arthroplasties.
• Fellowship training in shoulder surgery or sports medicine is highly preferred, with proficiency in managing routine trauma cases such as hip fractures.
• Board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon.

This is your opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of our Veterans while achieving professional satisfaction. Become a valued member of our team at the Tucson Medical Center today!