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Posted 21 July, 2026

Anesthesiologist

Department of Veterans Affairs
South Tucson, AZ, US Full Time

Job Description

Discover Your Ideal Anesthesiology Career in Tucson, Arizona-Work Where You're Valued, Grow, and Thrive at VA!

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Are you passionate about delivering excellent care while enjoying a vibrant professional and personal life? Join the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) in Tucson, where you can make a difference for America's veterans while advancing your career and embracing all that our community has to offer.

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Why Choose SAVAHCS?

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Premier Practice Environment:

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    Leading-Edge Medicine: Join a progressive anesthesia program serving a grateful veteran population with diverse and rewarding case mix (no OB, peds, or level 1 trauma).

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    Academic Opportunities: Collaborate regularly with University of Arizona's Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy. Take an active role in teaching, mentoring, and clinical research-perfect for those who enjoy academic involvement.

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Exceptional Compensation & Benefits:

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    Outstanding Earning Potential: Competitive annual salary ($380,000-$400,000) with annual performance bonuses and regular increases.

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    Generous Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Attractive packages available for highly qualified candidates, ensuring your move is seamless and rewarding.

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    Education Debt Reduction Program: Qualify for up to $200,000 toward your educational loans.

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    Unmatched Paid Leave: Take advantage of up to 50-55 days off per year-including annual leave, sick leave, paid federal holidays, and CME time.

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    Comprehensive Insurance & Retirement: Robust federal health, dental, vision, and life coverage, many options portable into retirement. Enjoy retirement security with a traditional federal pension (vests in 5 years) AND a 401K with up to 5% VA match.

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    Liability/Malpractice Protection: Full government coverage with tail liability.

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    Licensure Flexibility: Maintain just one unrestricted medical license from any US state or territory.

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Superior Work-Life Balance:

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    No Contractual Constraints: No physician employment contract; enjoy minimal restrictions and freedom to moonlight.

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    Predictable, Family-Friendly Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm with an alternative option for 4-day work weeks (4x10's). Limited home-call (1 in 9-10).

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    Personal Fulfillment: Make a lasting impact on the lives of veterans, supported by colleagues who value collaboration and wellness.

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Your Role:

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    Diverse Case Variety: Provide anesthesia care and supervision for a wide range of surgical procedures as part of a high-functioning, collegial team (approx. 95% supervision of CRNAs/residents).

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    Dynamic Practice Environment: Participate in patient care across OR, PACU, GI suite, cath lab, IR, and more.

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    Teaching & Academic Engagement: Mentor residents and CRNAs, and collaborate on continuous improvements in quality and safety.

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    Focus on Excellence: Be part of a practice dedicated to continuous learning and physician-led innovation.

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Requirements:

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    U.S. Citizenship (Non-US Citizens/J-1 Visa maybe considered if there are no qualified US Citizens)

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    MD or DO degree (or equivalent)

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    Board certified/eligible in Anesthesiology

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    Completion of ACGME-accredited anesthesia residency

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    Active, unrestricted US medical license

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    BLS/ACLS certification (on-site recertification available)

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Experience Tucson:

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    Live in a city renowned for its beautiful desert scenery, hiking, biking, world-class culture, and some of the best weather in the country.

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    Tucson boasts a low cost of living, excellent schools, and a welcoming community-making it easy for you or your family to feel right at home.

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Ready for the next step? If you're looking for a career that offers clinical excellence, academic collaboration, unbeatable benefits, and the chance to truly make a difference-look no further. Join SAVAHCS, where your expertise is celebrated and your growth is supported.

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Apply today and become an integral part of a team delivering the highest standards of care to America's heroes. We can't wait to welcome you to sunny