Physician Cardiologist - Non- invasive

Join the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System as a Physician Cardiologist – Non-Invasive!

Location: Sunny Tucson, Arizona

Position Information: The Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS), located in beautiful Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a dedicated Physician Cardiologist – Non-Invasive to join our esteemed team. As a tertiary care facility, the Tucson VA offers a comprehensive range of clinical services, including cutting-edge coronary angioplasty, TAVR and other structural heart interventions, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, Mohs surgery, and neurosurgery.

Why Join Us?

• State-of-the-Art Facility: Our flagship facility has received significant capital investment, including a hybrid OR, and future plans to expand outpatient specialty clinics.
• Academic Excellence: As the principal teaching affiliate of the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy, we offer an environment conducive to academic achievement and clinical excellence.
• Innovative Cardiology Services: Participate in our outpatient clinic services, inpatient consult service, and the interpretation of advanced cardiac imaging techniques.

Duties:

• Engage in quality improvement activities and ensure compliance with agency regulations.
• Provide supervision and training for fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Maintain BLS and ACLS certification.
• Champion our outpatient heart failure program.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time, Permanent
• Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Requirements:

• United States Citizenship
• MD or equivalent degree in medicine or osteopathic medicine
• Unrestricted license to practice in the United States
• Board Certification in Cardiology (ABIM)
• Residency training completed

Benefits:

• Total Rewards Package: Competitive salary range of $325,000 - $375,000 per year.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Robust health, dental, vision insurance, and life insurance plans.
• Retirement and Savings: Pension plan with Federal Employee Retirement System, Thrift Savings Plan with 5% match, and credit for military service.
• Leave: Generous annual leave, sick leave, and 11 paid federal holidays.
• Liability Protection: Coverage under federal tort laws with defense against malpractice or negligence.
• Stable Employment: Work anywhere in the country with one active license, competitive salary with regular pay increases.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible employment without restrictive covenants or non-compete clauses.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Opportunity for loan repayment for up to $200,000 for eligible candidates.
• Recruitment Incentive: Eligible for a sign-on bonus.

About the SAVAHCS: Our facility serves over 170,000 veterans across Southern Arizona and Western New Mexico, offering leading-edge medical care and innovative treatment options. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of America's heroes.

How to Apply: Seize this exciting opportunity to advance your career while living in the vibrant community of Tucson, Arizona. Apply today to start your journey with the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System.

Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System – Where Quality Care Meets Quality of Life!

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 Federal holidays with pay annually
• 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance: VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available
• Dental & Vision: Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts, which allow you to use tax-free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan
• Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government
• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

• VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits, 2) FERS-RAE basic benefits (pension), and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan
• How is the pension funded? VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% of the employee’s salary
• Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2025, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $23,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $31,000.
• The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions, depending on the amount of the employee contribution
• For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension
• In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel
• Disability Retirement
• Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years service