Cardiology - Electrophysiology Job at Veterans Health Administration in Tucson, AZ

Electrophysiologist needed in Tucson, Arizona! Work/Life Balance, Outstanding VA Benefits, and More!

The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVACHS) is seeking to add a full-time Electrophysiologist to our Cardiology Division. Commitment to excellence in patient care and an interest in teaching are essential. As a physician at VA, you have more than a job — you serve Veterans who’ve borne the battle with honor. In carrying out this mission, you’ll discover a career with competitive pay, opportunities for growth and mobility, a wealth of benefits and rich rewards.

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases.

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Paid-Time Off: 50–55 days of annual paid-time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME).

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401k with up to 5% in contributions by VA.

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).

CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement.

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting.

Employment Requirements:

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory. Must maintain a current, full, active, and unrestricted license.

U.S. Citizenship required: non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

Why Tucson?

Tucson is Arizona’s second-largest city, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, and is a year-round outdoor playground. You can be secluded or social in Tucson. The city’s central core is a vibrant area with the University of Arizona, Fourth Avenue, and a lively downtown. Stray in any direction from the interior to find endless outdoor space. Tucson is known for its culture and incredible dining, which can be found no matter where you are.