Physician Radiologist—Nuclear Medicine
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) – Tucson, Arizona
$350,000–$400,000/yr | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm | Telework Eligible Make a meaningful difference—Care for Those Who Served The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS), a cutting-edge medical center nestled in beautiful, sunny Tucson, is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Radiologist specializing in Nuclear Medicine to join our dedicated, collegial, and patient-centered team. This is your chance to shape the future of veteran care, enjoy an incredible benefits package, and experience work-life balance in one of the Southwest’s most vibrant communities. Why You’ll Love Working with Us - Mission with Impact: Serve Veterans and contribute to the nation’s most respected healthcare system.
- Generous Compensation: Competitive salary ($350,000–$400,000), annual performance bonuses, and regular pay increases.
- Outstanding Benefits: 50–55 days paid time off annually (26 vacation, 13 sick, 11 federal holidays, plus CME).
- Exceptional Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) plus federal 401K with up to 5% matching.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Health, vision, dental, life, long-term care. Many programs are portable into retirement.
- Freedom to Practice: One full/unrestricted license from any US state or territory accepted.
- CME Support: Up to $1,000/year reimbursement; 5 days paid CME leave.
- Malpractice: Full liability protection, including tail coverage.
- Relocation/Recruitment Incentive: Sign-on bonus for highly qualified candidates!
What You’ll Do - Interpret a broad range of nuclear medicine studies—including PET/CT, SPECT/CT, and cardiac imaging—and general radiology studies.
- Supervise/consult with technologists, protocol imaging studies, review pre-procedure labs, and participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards.
- Maintain clear and timely clinical documentation.
- Contribute to quality management, peer review, and resident/technologist education.
- Collaborate within a fully digital Radiology department serving ~129,000 studies annually.
Academic appointment at University of Arizona faculty (Assistant/Associate Professor) available and encouraged! What We Seek - US MD or DO with completion of an accredited Radiology residency.
- Board Certification/Eligibility in Diagnostic Radiology or American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
- Significant experience with nuclear medicine studies and therapies (PET/CT, SPECT/CT, nuclear stress tests), or recent fellowship in Nuclear Medicine.
- Ability to interpret radiographs and body imaging and perform fluoroscopic exams is preferred.
- Passion for resident/fellow education.
- Eligibility for US federal employment.
Why Tucson? - Vibrant, affordable city offering abundant sunshine, exceptional outdoor recreation (hiking, golf, cycling), diverse culture, and no shortage of unique southwestern cuisine.
- Ranked among the best cities for young professionals, families, and retirees alike.
Ready to join us? The Department of Veterans Affairs is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and strongly encourage applications from all qualified physicians, including women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Begin your next chapter caring for our nation’s heroes—apply today! |
