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:
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Salary: Ranges from $325,000 to $400,000 annually.
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Annual performance bonuses and regular salary increments.
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Paid Time Off: 50-55 days each year, which includes:
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26 days of annual leave.
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13 days of sick leave.
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11 paid Federal holidays.
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Up to 5 days of paid leave for Continuing Medical Education (CME).
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Retirement: Includes a traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K with contributions up to 5% from our organization.
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Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many options can be continued into retirement).
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Licensure: Must hold one full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
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CME: Potential reimbursement of $1,000 per year (must be full-time and board-certified).
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Malpractice Coverage: Liability protection with tail coverage included.
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Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restrictions on moonlighting.
Key Responsibilities:
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Demonstrate expertise in General Orthopedic Surgery, particularly in routine orthopedic trauma with a subspecialty in shoulder surgery.
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Lead initiatives to enhance service delivery within the facility.
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Provide clinical care, support residents and mid-level practitioners, and ensure thorough patient evaluations.
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Collaborate with both internal and external providers to ensure cohesive patient care.
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Promote a positive work environment and maintain strong professional relationships with staff, peers, and Veterans.
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Engage in consultations and actively participate in hospital and departmental committees, educational programs, and peer review processes.
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Participate in a collaborative on-call schedule with three other orthopedic surgeons.
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Work alongside a dedicated team of six skilled mid-level practitioners and an orthopedic resident.
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Train orthopedic residents from our academic partner, the University of Arizona.
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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!