Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine at Department of Veterans Affairs — Tucson, Arizona, US

  • Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Location: Tucson, Arizona, US
  • Employment type: FULL_TIME
  • Posted: 2026-06-19

About this role

Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician - Tucson VA Medical Center
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Salary Range: $320,000 - $350,000 annually + outstanding federal benefits
Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
Recruitment Incentive: Highly Competitive Sign-on Bonus!
Relocation: Available
Transform Your Career and Make a Lasting Impact
Join a dynamic, collaborative Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine team at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS), serving America's heroes while advancing your career at one of the nation's best-integrated health systems.
Why Choose Tucson VA?
- Exceptional Total Compensation

Generous salary plus annual performance bonuses

Unmatched paid time off: up to 55 days annually (26 vacation, 13 sick, 11 federal holidays, 5 CME)

Robust federal retirement pension and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions

Comprehensive federal health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance
- Professional Stability & Growth

Free liability protection with full tail coverage

No restrictive employment contract : Enjoy moonlighting privileges

Up to $1,000 annual CME reimbursement and possible 5-day CME leave

Use your unrestricted license from any US state or territory
- Prized Academic Partnership

Primary teaching affiliate: University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy

Faculty appointment opportunities-mentor the next generation of physicians, fellows, and residents
- Research & Leadership

Leadership support for quality improvement and scholarly projects

Access to VA research time and resources for investigators
- Leading-Edge Facility

Tertiary care center with specialty services: interventional cardiology, cardiac & neurosurgery, and more

Recipient of the VA's Robert W. Carey Performance Excellence Award

Facility growth: new state-of-the-art bed tower construction underway
- Unmatched Lifestyle

Live in stunning Tucson: the premier city of the Southwest

350+ days of sunshine, beautiful scenery, vibrant culture, affordable living

Vibrant arts, culinary and outdoor activities; home to top-rated schools and a major university
Your Role

Deliver high-quality outpatient and inpatient Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care, including Medical ICU coverage and specialty consults

Participate in Sleep Medicine (if interested/trained)

Teach medical students, residents, and fellows

Engage in clinical excellence, academic scholarship, and quality improvement
Qualifications

Board certified/eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

US Citizenship (non-citizen candidates with outstanding qualifications may be considered)

Eligible for faculty appointments at University of Arizona

Unrestricted US medical license (any state/territory)

Commitment to teaching, clinical quality, and patient-centered care
Ready for the Next Step in Your Career?
Apply now and enjoy professional satisfaction, exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to change lives-yours and your patients'.
Contact:
Virginia Deutsch
Email: virginia.deutsch@va.gov
The VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans, women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Make Tucson your home. Make a difference with VA. Your future starts here.
Contact Information virginia.deutsch@va.gov

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