Primary Care Provider

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Job Description

Section Chief of Mental Health - Primary Care Provider
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson, AZ)
Empower Change. Lead Innovation. Serve Those Who Served.

Are you a seasoned physician leader looking for a purpose-driven position that merges medicine with mental health? Our organization is seeking a skilled Primary Care Physician to take on the role of Section Chief of Mental Health Primary Care. This is a distinctive chance to influence the future of healthcare for our nation's Veterans in the picturesque city of Tucson, Arizona.

Why Become Part of Our Team?

Transformative Leadership:
Step into a crucial leadership position where you will steer a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering integrated primary care to Veterans dealing with severe mental health issues and/or homelessness.
Collaboration and Innovation:
Engage closely with both mental health and primary care professionals in a forward-thinking environment that prioritizes teamwork, evidence-based practices, and ongoing quality enhancement.
Make a Lasting Difference:
Your knowledge will have a direct impact on the health, dignity, and well-being of Veterans, a group with intricate and significant care requirements.

Position Highlights:

Leadership & Impact:
- Act as Section Chief & Clinic Director for the Mental Health Primary Care section.
- Supervise and mentor a team of seven interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and empathy.
- Manage four specialized PACT teams (three SMI-PACT, one H-PACT), advocating for integrated primary care for Veterans with concurrent mental health conditions.
Clinical Excellence:
- Deliver high-quality outpatient primary care within an innovative, co-located mental health environment.
- Provide guidance and consultation to colleagues in both primary care and behavioral health, establishing yourself as a recognized leader and resource within the organization.
Professional Growth:
- Influence program development, engage in teaching and mentorship, and contribute to system-wide best practices.
Work-Life Balance:
- Enjoy a consistent daytime schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, promoting well-being both in and out of the workplace.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Board-certified or eligible in Family or Internal Medicine
Possession of an active, unrestricted US medical license
Proven experience in physician leadership
Strong commitment to Veteran-centered, team-oriented care
Genuine passion for working with individuals experiencing mental illness and/or homelessness
Exceptional interpersonal and teaching abilities

Preferred: Experience in mental health and a keen interest in promoting integrated care.

Outstanding Benefits:

Competitive Compensation: $265,000-$290,000 annually, along with an annual bonus and regular salary increases.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Approved sign-on bonus and participation in the Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment Program).
Generous Paid Time Off:
50-55 days per year, including 26 vacation days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days for CME leave.
Comprehensive Federal Benefits:
Retirement pension (5 years vesting) plus 401k (with VA contributions up to 5%).
Health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance (many benefits extend into retirement).
Professional Support:
$1,000 per year for CME reimbursement, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and no restrictive physician employment contract.
No significant limitations on moonlighting.
Relocation Assistance: Possible support available.
Live and Work in Sunny Tucson:
Experience an affordable, vibrant city rich in culture, arts, outdoor activities, and year-round sunshine.

Join our organization, Arizona's leading VA health system, and lead a team dedicated to caring for America's heroes.

Ready to make a significant impact?
Apply today and explore the professional fulfillment and personal growth you desire while serving those who have served.