What does a Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs do?

A Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is responsible for the following: Deliver high-quality outpatient and inpatient Pulmonary Medicine care; Provide Critical Care services including Medical ICU coverage; Teach medical students, residents, and fellows; and Participate in Sleep Medicine services if trained.

What are the requirements for this Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine role?

To qualify for the Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs position, applicants should have: Board certified/eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine; US Citizenship; Eligible for faculty appointments at University of Arizona; and Unrestricted US medical license (any state/territory).

Where is the Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine role at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs located?

Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is based in 1870, West 36th Street, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85713, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine job remote, hybrid, or on-site?

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has listed this Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine role?

Candidates for Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs should have senior.

What category does the Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine role belong to?

Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Pulmonary Critical Care Physician — Tucson, AZ at U.S

About the Team

Join a dynamic, collaborative Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine team at the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS). As a primary teaching affiliate of the University of Arizona Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy, our facility is dedicated to serving America's heroes while advancing the careers of its physicians. We are a tertiary care center recognized for excellence, having received the VA's Robert W. Carey Performance Excellence Award. The team is currently expanding, with a new state-of-the-art bed tower construction underway to support our growing specialty services, including interventional cardiology and cardiac and neurosurgery.

About the Role

This position offers a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality outpatient and inpatient Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care, including Medical ICU coverage and specialty consults. You will play a vital role in the academic mission by teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, and by engaging in clinical excellence, academic scholarship, and quality improvement projects. The role also offers the flexibility to participate in Sleep Medicine for those with interest and training. As a member of this integrated health system, you will have access to VA research time and resources, with strong leadership support for quality improvement and scholarly initiatives.

Why Tucson?

Tucson is the premier city of the Southwest, offering an unmatched lifestyle with over 350 days of sunshine, beautiful scenery, and vibrant culture. Residents enjoy affordable living, top-rated schools, and a major university, alongside a rich array of arts, culinary, and outdoor activities. This setting provides the perfect backdrop for a fulfilling professional and personal life.

Hiring Process

To apply, please contact Virginia Deutsch directly at virginia.deutsch@va.gov. We are looking for candidates ready to make a lasting impact and are eager to discuss how your skills align with our mission.

Equal Opportunity

The VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans, women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1870, West 36th Street, Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85713, United States

Tucson, Arizona

Key Responsibilities

check_circleDeliver high-quality outpatient and inpatient Pulmonary Medicine care
check_circleProvide Critical Care services including Medical ICU coverage
check_circleTeach medical students, residents, and fellows
check_circleParticipate in Sleep Medicine services if trained
check_circleEngage in clinical excellence and quality improvement projects
check_circleConduct specialty consults for patients
check_circleContribute to academic scholarship and research initiatives

Requirements

verifiedBoard certified/eligible in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
verifiedUS Citizenship
verifiedEligible for faculty appointments at University of Arizona
verifiedUnrestricted US medical license (any state/territory)

Nice to Have

Interest or training in Sleep Medicine.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleUp to 55 days of paid time off annually including vacation, sick leave, federal holidays, and CMEcheck_circleFederal retirement pension and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributionscheck_circleComprehensive federal health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurancecheck_circleFree liability protection with full tail coverageUp to $1,000 annual CME reimbursement and possible 5-day CME leave

Physician Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine