Anesthesiologist
Job Description
Explore Your Ideal Anesthesiology Career in Tucson, Arizona - Work Where You Are Appreciated, Develop, and Flourish with Us!
Are you dedicated to providing exceptional care while enjoying a fulfilling professional and personal life? Become a part of the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) in Tucson, where you can positively impact the lives of America’s veterans while advancing your career and experiencing the richness of our community.
Why Join Us?Outstanding Practice Environment:Innovative Medical Practices: Become part of a forward-thinking anesthesia program that caters to a grateful veteran population with a diverse and fulfilling case mix (excluding OB, pediatrics, or level 1 trauma).
Academic Engagement: Collaborate frequently with the University of Arizona’s Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy. Engage actively in teaching, mentoring, and clinical research—ideal for those who appreciate academic involvement.
Competitive Salary: Enjoy an attractive annual salary ranging from $380,000 to $400,000, along with annual performance bonuses and regular salary increases.
Generous Recruitment & Relocation Packages: Attractive incentives available for highly qualified candidates, ensuring a smooth and rewarding transition.
Education Debt Relief: Eligible candidates can receive up to $200,000 towards their educational loans.
Unmatched Paid Time Off: Benefit from up to 50-55 days off annually, which includes annual leave, sick leave, paid federal holidays, and CME time.
Comprehensive Insurance & Retirement Plans: Enjoy extensive federal health, dental, vision, and life insurance options, many of which are portable into retirement. Secure your future with a traditional federal pension (vesting in 5 years) and a 401K with up to a 5% match from the organization.
Liability and Malpractice Coverage: Full government protection with tail liability included.
Licensure Flexibility: Maintain just one unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
No Contractual Obligations: Enjoy the freedom of no physician employment contract, allowing minimal restrictions and the option to moonlight.
Family-Friendly Hours: Work Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with an alternative option for four-day work weeks (4x10). Limited home-call responsibilities (1 in 9-10).
Personal Satisfaction: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans, supported by colleagues who prioritize collaboration and well-being.
Diverse Case Management: Provide anesthesia care and supervision for a variety of surgical procedures as part of a highly effective, collaborative team (approximately 95% supervision of CRNAs/residents).
Dynamic Clinical Environment: Engage in patient care across various settings including the OR, PACU, GI suite, cath lab, IR, and more.
Teaching & Academic Involvement: Mentor residents and CRNAs, and work together on continuous improvements in quality and safety.
Commitment to Excellence: Join a practice dedicated to ongoing learning and physician-led innovation.
U.S. Citizenship (Non-U.S. Citizens/J-1 Visa may be considered if there are no qualified U.S. Citizens)
MD or DO degree (or equivalent)
Board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology
Completion of an ACGME-accredited anesthesia residency
Active, unrestricted U.S. medical license
BLS/ACLS certification (on-site recertification available)
Reside in a city celebrated for its stunning desert landscapes, hiking, biking, rich cultural offerings, and some of the finest weather in the nation.
Tucson features a low cost of living, excellent educational institutions, and a friendly community, making it easy for you and your family to feel at home.
Ready to Take the Next Step? If you seek a career that combines clinical excellence, academic collaboration, unmatched benefits, and the opportunity to truly make a difference, your search ends here. Join us, where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is nurtured.
Apply today and become a vital part of a team dedicated to providing the highest standards of care to America’s heroes. We look forward to welcoming you to sunny Tucson!
