Endocrinologist

Department of Veterans Affairs; Vail (AZ); On-site; USD 245,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO 50-55 days

Federal retirement + 401K

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in Tucson, AZ seeks a board-certified Endocrinologist to join its multi-disciplinary Endocrinology Division and provide care to Veterans in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role includes teaching medical students and residents from the University of Arizona, engaging in quality improvement and scholarly activities, with protected research time up to 35% for qualifying investigators.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree and board certification in Endocrinology required.
• Eligible for faculty appointment at University of Arizona; licensure in any US state.
• Completion of US residency training and U.S. citizenship eligibility per VA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive endocrinology care to Veterans in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Teach and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows from the University of Arizona.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to scholarly activities.

Education

M.D. or D.O. degree (or equivalent)

Board Certified in Endocrinology (ABIM)

Eligible for faculty appointment at University of Arizona

Current, valid, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. State or Territory

U.S. Citizenship

Completion of Residency Training in the USA

Job description

Endocrinologist - Full-Time, Permanent | Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson, AZ)

Experience Inspired Purpose. Practice Exceptional Medicine.

Come join a dedicated team at the highly regarded Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) in beautiful Tucson, Arizona! We are seeking an enthusiastic, board-certified Endocrinologist to join our multi-disciplinary Endocrinology Division to deliver exceptional care to America's Veterans-and help train the next generation of medical professionals.

Why SAVAHCS?

Outstanding Teaching Environment : As the primary teaching affiliate of the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy, SAVAHCS provides rich opportunities for collaboration in patient care, teaching, and research. Enjoy mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows from a top-tier academic institution.

Award-Winning Facility: Our tertiary care center is a perennial leader in quality and innovation, recently earning the prestigious Robert W. Carey Performance Excellence Award. SAVAHCS offers a broad array of subspecialty services and is expanding- with capital investments in new subspecialty clinics already underway.

Balanced Practice: Our endocrinologists care for a diverse patient population with intriguing clinical challenges, while actively participating in quality improvement, research, education, and professional development.

Position Highlights

• Full-Time, Permanent (Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm)
• Provide comprehensive endocrinology care to Veterans in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
• Teach and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows from the University of Arizona College of Medicine.
• Conduct and contribute to scholarly activities; VA investigators with Merit Review Awards may receive up to 35% protected research time.
• Maintain American Heart Association BLS certification and abide by VA and SAVAHCS regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree (or equivalent)
• Board Certified in Endocrinology (ABIM)
• Eligible for faculty appointment at University of Arizona, commensurate with experience/achievements
• Current, valid, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. State or Territory
• U.S. Citizenship (Non-U.S. citizens may be considered as per VA guidelines)
• Completion of Residency Training in the USA

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary : $245,000 - $275,000/year, with eligibility for annual performance bonus and regular salary increases
• Recruitment Incentives : Sign-on bonus may be approved for highly qualified candidates
• Generous Paid Time Off : 50-55 days/year (including 26 days annual leave, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and CME)
• Robust Federal Retirement : Traditional federal pension (vests in 5 years) + 401K (Thrift Savings Plan) with up to 5% VA match
• Comprehensive Insurance : Health, vision, dental, life, long-term care, with many federal plan options carrying into retirement
• CME Benefits : Up to $1000/year reimbursement (board certification required); paid CME time off
• Malpractice Protection : Free liability coverage including tail coverage
• Licensure Flexibility : Practice with a valid license from any U.S. state or territory
• No Employment Contract/Moonlighting Restrictions
• No Financial Disclosure Requirement

Live in Tucson! Tucson is known for its stunning desert landscapes, vibrant culture, excellent schools, and year-round outdoor recreation. Enjoy hiking, biking, golfing, and a thriving culinary and music scene with 300+ days of sunshine per year!

Embark on a rewarding career with the nation's largest integrated health care system, caring for America's heroes.

Join us and make a difference-where service meets science and teaching meets true impact.

Thank you for considering the Veterans Health Administration - Tucson. We look forward to helping you shape your fulfilling and impactful VA career!