Foot & Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon — Academic & Trauma, Tucson

Department of Veterans Affairs; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 325,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

CME support

Extensive leave: 26 vacation + 13 sick

Federal pension + 401(k)

Job summary

Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) invites a fellowship-trained or exceptionally experienced Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in foot and ankle to join a collegial, mission-driven team in Tucson. You will provide direct clinical care, perform perioperative management, and teach residents within a robust academic environment.

The role offers collaboration with VA colleagues and community partners, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and a comprehensive benefits package aimed at

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent with completion of an ACGME-accredited residency.
• Board Certified/Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship training or strong experience in foot and ankle surgery (including arthroplasty) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct clinical care and perioperative management for orthopedic trauma with expertise in foot & ankle surgery.
• Lead, mentor, and teach within a thriving academic environment at SAVAHCS.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the VA and community partners.
• Engage in ongoing quality improvement and program development within the department.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent residency

Job description

Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) invites a fellowship-trained or exceptionally experienced Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in foot and ankle to join a collegial, mission-driven team in Tucson. You will provide direct clinical care, perform perioperative management, and teach residents within a robust academic environment.

The role offers collaboration with VA colleagues and community partners, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and a comprehensive benefits package aimed at