Surgery - Surgeon (Physician #)

Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) invites a passionate Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training or distinguished expertise in foot and ankle surgery to join our collegial, mission-driven team. Enjoy the satisfaction of serving our Veterans, academic collaborations, and work-life balance while living in the heart of the beautiful Sonoran Desert.
Dynamic Surgical Practice : Handle a rewarding mix of orthopedic trauma (hip & ankle fractures) and complex foot/ankle cases-including ankle arthroplasties. Enjoy full midlevel provider and resident support.
Academic Excellence : Teach and mentor University of Arizona orthopedic residents, participate in interdisciplinary academic programs, and have opportunities to collaborate in research and medical education.
Outstanding Colleagues & Support : Work alongside three other experienced orthopedic surgeons and a talented team of six mid-level professionals and an ortho resident. State-of-the-Art Facility : Practice at a 295-bed "Flagship" Joint Commission-accredited level 1a teaching hospital on a serene 150-acre campus. Access the region's premier medical resources, including a 24-hr ED, regional centers of excellence, advanced mental health, and specialty services.
Lifestyle and Location : Live and work in Tucson-famed for its mild winters, outdoor recreation, vibrant arts, culture, and amazing cuisine. Deliver direct clinical care and perioperative management for orthopedic trauma, with expertise in foot & ankle surgery.
Lead, mentor, and teach within a thriving academic environment.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across the VA and with community partners.
Participate in ongoing quality improvement, specialty program development, and hospital committee work.
Enjoy cutting-edge resources and the opportunity to shape program development.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
VHA offers some of the best benefits in American medicine!
Highly Competitive Salary: $325,000-$400,000/year plus annual performance bonuses and regular step increases
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program
Generous Time-Off: Up to 55 paid days off-26 vacation days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, plus possible paid CME days.
Superb Retirement Package: Federal pension (5-year vesting) plus 401(k) with up to 5% agency match.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Most plans portable into retirement.
No Employment Contract Restrictions: Freedom to moonlight; No Financial Disclosure Report Required.
Citizenship (Non-citizens considered per VA policy if qualified).
Board Certified/Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
Fellowship training or strong experience in foot and ankle surgery (including arthroplasty) is strongly preferred.
Commitment to academic engagement, patient-centered care, and team-based excellence.
Ready to take your career to new heights, while making a difference for those who served?
Virginia Deutsch, SAVAHCS Physician Recruiter
Enjoy meaningful work, academic growth, top compensation, and a fantastic lifestyle-join the Tucson VA!
Thank you for considering a rewarding future with the Veterans Health Administration and the heroes we serve!