Critical Care Surgeon | Phoenix VA Health Care System

Department of Veterans Affairs; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonuses

50–55 days paid time off

Federal pension with 401k match

Comprehensive insurance (health/vision

Malpractice tail coverage

CME reimbursement up to $1,000

No physician employment contract

Job summary

The Phoenix VA Health Care System in Phoenix, AZ seeks Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Critical Care Surgeons to join our team and deliver surgical care to Veterans. This role operates within the Department of Veterans Affairs, serving a critical patient population at a major VA medical center.

We offer meaningful work, competitive compensation with bonuses, extensive paid time off, comprehensive federal benefits, malpractice protection, and CME support.

Qualifications

• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Critical Care Surgery.
• Unrestricted medical license active and current.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical care for Veterans within the Phoenix VA Health Care System.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Job description

Serve Those Who Served - Advance Your Career with the VA

Are you seeking a fulfilling surgical role while making a profound impact on the lives of Veterans? The Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) in vibrant Phoenix, Arizona invites applications from Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Critical Care Surgeons to join our exceptional team.

Why Join Our Team?

• Meaningful Work: Contribute to the most noble mission in healthcare by helping Veterans thrive.

• Generous Compensation: Receive a highly competitive salary complemented by annual performance bonuses and regular salary increases.

• Exceptional Paid Time Off: Enjoy 50-55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days paid CME absence).

• Outstanding Benefits:

  • Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) plus a federal 401k with up to 5% VA match.

  • Comprehensive Insurance: Robust federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care coverage-many plans are portable into retirement.

  • Malpractice Protection: Free liability protection with tail coverage.

  • CME Support: Annual CME reimbursement of up to $1,000.

• Flexible Employment: No Physician Employment Contract, offering flexibility and minimal moonlighting restrictions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (or equivalent).

• One unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory-must be maintained active and current.

• U.S. Citizenship required. Non-citizens considered only when qualified U.S. citizens are unavailable, per VA policy.

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