Rheumatologist

Join the Department of Veterans Affairs as a full-time Rheumatologist Physician at the VA Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona. In this role, you will diagnose and treat a wide range of rheumatic conditions while providing top-tier, patient-centered care to our nation's veterans. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive compensation, exceptional work-life balance, and opportunities for teaching, research, and professional growth.

Practice Info

• VA Medical Center located in Tucson, Arizona
• Affiliation with academic institutions including the University of Arizona College of Medicine
• Collaborative team environment with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
• Access to cutting-edge medical technologies, resources, and opportunities for research and teaching

Shift & Schedule

• Full-time permanent position

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat a wide range of rheumatic conditions, including arthritis, autoimmune diseases, and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, leveraging the latest advancements in rheumatology.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Engage in ongoing education and professional development activities.
• Support a satisfactory process for supervision and training of fellows, residents and medical students from University of Arizona College of Medicine rotating through the Rheumatology division.
• Participate in clinical research and contribute to the advancement of rheumatology.

Compensation

• Competitive salary
• Salary: $247,500 to $277,500 per year with regular salary increases
• Sign on bonus

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Comprehensive benefits, including a generous 50–55 days paid time off (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays per year)
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with up to 5% matching contributions
• Pension plan providing lifetime retirement income
• 1 full unrestricted license from any US State or territory
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Qualifications

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in all the US States
• Preference will be given to candidates who are board certified or recently board eligible in Rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
• US Citizenship
• This position may be open to qualified non-U.S. citizens if no suitable U.S. citizen is identified. We welcome applications from J-1 visa candidates who meet the qualifications for this role.