Orthopedic Surgeon - Shoulder Surgery

Join the Team as an Orthopedic Surgeon at VA Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona! Perks and Benefits: VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VHA Physician Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: This position is eligible for an education debt reduction program (a student loan payment reimbursement program). Pay: $325,000 - $400,000 per year Annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 50-55 days annually, including: 26 days of annual leave 13 days of sick leave 11 paid Federal holidays Up to 5 days paid absence for CME Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA. Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many programs can be carried into retirement). Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory. CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification). Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided. Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting. Key Responsibilities: Expertise in General Orthopedic Surgery, including routine orthopedic trauma with a subspecialty focus on shoulder surgery. Lead and improve service delivery initiatives within the facility. Provide clinical care, assist residents and mid-level practitioners, and ensure comprehensive patient evaluations. Coordinate with internal and external providers for cohesive patient care. Foster a positive working 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 the peer review process. Participate in a collaborative call schedule with three other orthopedic surgeons. Work alongside a supportive team of six skilled mid-level practitioners and an orthopedic resident. Train orthopedic residents from our academic affiliate, the University of Arizona. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Requirements: United States Citizenship. Non-US Citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified US Citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in all the US States. Successful completion of Residency Training in the USA. Board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon. Preferred Experience: General orthopedic experience is essential with a focus on shoulder surgeries including shoulder arthroscopies, total and reverse shoulder arthroplasties. Fellowship training in Shoulder surgery/sports is strongly preferred and should be proficient in operating on routine trauma cases such as hip fracture #J-18808-Ljbffr