Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Description

Job Description

Become an Orthopedic Surgeon with Our Organization in Tucson, Arizona!

Why Choose Our Tucson Facility? Nestled in a breathtaking desert setting, our Tucson facility is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare 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 atmosphere.

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

Benefits and Perks:

Our organization provides a comprehensive total rewards package: VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): This role qualifies for a program aimed at reducing education debt (student loan reimbursement).

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: Ranges from $325,000 to $400,000 annually.

• Annual performance bonuses and regular salary increments.

• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days each year, which includes:

  • 26 days of annual leave.

  • 13 days of sick leave.

  • 11 paid Federal holidays.

  • Up to 5 days of paid leave for Continuing Medical Education (CME).

• Retirement: Includes a traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K with contributions up to 5% from our organization.

• Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many options can be continued 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: 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 cohesive 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.

• Participate in a collaborative on-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.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Non-U.S. Citizens may be considered if qualified U.S. candidates cannot be recruited, in accordance with VA Policy.
• A Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited medical or osteopathic program.
• A 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 and reverse shoulder arthroplasties.
  • Fellowship training in shoulder surgery or sports medicine is highly preferred, with proficiency in handling routine trauma cases such as hip fractures.
  • Board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Veterans while achieving professional satisfaction. Join our dedicated team at the Tucson facility today!