Physician - Cardiothoracic Radiologist

Cardiothoracic Radiologist – Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson, AZ)

Join the Veterans Health Administration in sunny Tucson as a full-time Cardiothoracic Radiologist and deliver high-impact imaging care to America’s Veterans.

Why SAVAHCS Tucson

• Mission-driven care: Serve Veterans with advanced cardiothoracic imaging in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Competitive compensation: $325,000–$390,000 base salary, plus annual performance bonuses and regular salary increase.
• Outstanding benefits: 50–55 days of paid time off yearly (26 annual leave + 13 sick leave + 11 federal holidays + up to 5 CME days).
• Federal retirement: Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) plus 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution.
• Comprehensive insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care options—many portable into retirement.
• Liability protection: Free malpractice coverage with tail included; no employment contract; minimal moonlighting restrictions.
• Recruitment incentives: Sign-on bonus approved; Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) available for eligible candidates.
• Licensure flexibility: One full, unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory satisfies VA requirements.
• CME support: Up to $1,000/year reimbursement for full-time, board-certified physicians.
• Work-life balance: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm schedule with shared call and weekend coverage; telework eligible per agency policy.

Your Role

As a Cardiothoracic Radiologist in the Radiology Service, you will:

• Interpret chest radiographs, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopic exams with cardiothoracic expertise.
• Provide timely, accurate reports and communicate critical findings directly to ordering providers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, peer review, and quality management activities.
• Support resident and technologist education, pre-procedure lab review, and study protocoling.
• Maintain complete, current clinical records in accordance with VA regulations.

Qualifications

Required

• U.S. citizenship (non-citizens considered only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited per VA policy).
• MD or DO from a VA-approved school.
• Current, full, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory.
• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Radiology residency (VA Secretary–approved).

Preferred

• Board Certified or eligible in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Significant cardiothoracic imaging experience or recent Cardiothoracic Imaging fellowship.
• Ability to interpret multi-specialty examinations, radiographs, and perform fluoroscopy.
• Experience teaching residents/fellows.

Location & Lifestyle

Practice in Tucson, Arizona—known for its desert beauty, year-round outdoor recreation, and vibrant cultural scene. The Tucson VA Medical Center is located at 3601 South Sixth Avenue, with easy access to hiking, golf, and family-friendly amenities.

How to Apply

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The VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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