Primary Care Provider

Overview

The Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) is seeking dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physicians to join our team. We offer positions across seven vibrant Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in Casa Grande, Safford, Sierra Vista, Green Valley, Yuma, Northwest, and Tucson. If you are looking for a meaningful career serving Veterans, we invite you to apply.

Specialty and Subspecialty

• Specialty: Primary Care

• Subspecialty: General Internal Medicine or Family Medicine

Practice Structure

• Practice Type: Outpatient, hospital-employed

• Call Expectations: Minimal call requirements, providing a healthy work-life balance

Lifestyle and Schedule

• Work Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts between Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

• Flexibility: Eligible for a compressed/flexible work schedule to align with your personal and family priorities

• Location: Choose from Casa Grande, Safford, Sierra Vista, Green Valley, Yuma, Northwest, and Tucson – Arizona

Compensation and Incentives

• Salary Range: $263,000 - $280,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications

• Incentives: Performance bonuses, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance

• Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, malpractice insurance, CME allowance

Organizational Story and Culture

At SAVAHCS, we provide exceptional care to our Veterans. Our organization emphasizes a patient-centered approach, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous quality improvement. We strive to create a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and job satisfaction. Our culture is built on trust, respect, and a commitment to service excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Primary Care Physician within our PACT (Patient Aligned Care Team), you will:

• Provide comprehensive care to a panel of adult patients, from young adults to elderly.

• Work seamlessly with other healthcare team members to support VA quality and patient satisfaction initiatives.

• Optimize patient health through direct patient care, ordering diagnostic testing, prescribing medications including contraceptive medications, consulting with specialty services, and utilizing computerized/electronic medical records.

• Deliver patient care in accordance with professional standards, core values, and commitment to service excellence.

Community and Career Growth

• Location: Experience the best of Southern Arizona, with its rich cultural heritage, diverse communities, and exceptional quality of life.

• Career Opportunities: Opportunities for continuous professional development, leadership roles, and involvement in innovative programs and research.

Requirements

• Citizenship: US Citizen

· Visa Sponsorship: This position is 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.

• Licensure: Must have an active and unrestricted license in any US state

• Education: Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine

• Training: Residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine in any US state

• Certification: Board Certified/Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM)

Benefits

Joining SAVAHCS comes with a wide range of benefits:

• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Eligible for student loan repayment up to $200,000.

• Stable Employment: Competitive salary, regular pay increases, and low patient-provider ratios.

• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, and liability protection under federal tort laws.

• Retirement Benefits: Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS), Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with 5% agency match, survivor benefits, and pension.

• Paid Time Off: Generous annual leave, sick leave, and 11 paid federal holidays.

• Professional Support: Opportunities for continuous learning and advancement, affiliation with University of Arizona for collaborative research and teaching.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV

Contact Information:

• Email: virginia.deutsch@va.gov

Join us in making a difference in the lives of our Veterans and experience a rewarding career with the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!