Seeking BC Talented Hematology & Oncology Physician to Join Our Healthcare Team in Beautiful Tucson, Arizona

The Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) is actively recruiting to fill Board Certified Staff Hematologist & Oncologist (BE considered) to help care for our Veterans – American’s Heroes.  Selected candidate will be considered for a faculty appointment at the University of Arizona and be involved with education and teaching of Hematology & Oncology fellows, medical residents, medical students, and occasionally other providers. Our ideal candidate will enjoy clinical practice and teaching and be board certified in Oncology; Hematology certification desirable. We are specifically seeking someone to focus in solid tumors with GI and sarcoma/melanoma as well as hematology. Join a department that is expanding to better serve Veteran patients!  The SAVAHCS is located in Tucson, Arizona and is the “Flagship” for the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) - a Joint Commission accredited, referral level 1a (high complexity) facility serving more than 170,000 Veterans in southern Arizona, including the rapidly expanding metropolitan Tucson area. This rewarding opportunity awaits you in our state-of-the-art VA facility!  SAVAHCS has been improving the health of the men and women in the Tucson Metro area who have so proudly served our nation.

The Staff Physicians have a major teaching role within the division including its fellowship program.  Qualified applicants will have an MD, current medical license and be board-certified or eligible in Oncology +/- Hematology. The ideal candidate for the staff physician positions will be suitable for academic appointment at the University of Arizona at the level of assistant, associate or full professor, as evidenced by a strong track record of academic and/or clinical excellence.  The clinical activities of the Section of Hematology/Oncology span the breath of the subspecialty and are strongly supported by surgery, pathology, radiology and the other Faculty members of Medicine Service. 

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday 0800-1630, plus on call duties as needed. As inpatients are on the hospitalist service, call duties are relatively light. (May be required to work evenings or weekends as a 24/7 Full-Time Physician).

• U.S. Citizens receive preference – Non-U.S. Citizens may be considered
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S.
• Board Certification in Hematology & Oncology preferred, but Board Eligibility may also be considered

Community Information

Boasting an average 350 sunny days a year and warm dry air, Tucson's climate is ideal for outdoor recreation, with winter temperatures reaching average highs of 64-75°F. Summer days are often hot with low humidity—great for indoor activities like museums, art galleries, and shopping or relaxing indoor or poolside at one of the area's world-famous spas or resorts. Cool mornings and evenings and long twilight hours throughout summer make for memorable cookouts, patio dining, and activities like hiking and horseback riding. Golf can be enjoyed year-round with a host of pro-level courses. In summer months both early morning and late afternoon tee times are available at reduced prices, making it even easier to hit the links.

Tucson grew out of the dangers, opportunities and cultural crossings of the Old West. Today, that heritage shapes us without limiting who we are: a destination that hosts nearly 7 million visitors a year; a place known for outstanding hiking and outdoor adventures, rich cultural traditions, a vibrant arts scene, world-class golf and great dining; and a thriving desert home to more than 1 million residents. Designated as the first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in the United States, Tucson is also known worldwide for its culinary traditions and an amazing assortment of restaurants, including those that comprise The Best 23 Miles of Mexican Food - without a doubt the premier destination for Mexican Food in the entire U.S.

The second-largest city in Arizona and the county seat of Pima County, Tucson is centered around the smaller towns of Oro Valley, Marana, Catalina, South Tucson (an independent municipality just south of downtown), Sahuarita, Vail, and Green Valley.

Tucson is home to the University of Arizona—established as Arizona's first university in 1885 and now a campus of more than 50,000 students and staff from around the world. Tucson also hosts a large number of annual events drawing participants and spectators from around the world, including The Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase, All Souls Procession, La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson Rodeo), Tucson Festival of Books, Tucson International Mariachi Conference, El Tour de Tucson road bike race, and Cologuard Classic, a Tucson PGA TOUR Champions Tour Event.

This desert oasis is not only a premier vacation destination but also a great place to live, work, and play – Tucson is the Southwest at its best.

Benefits and Features

Expected Salary range will be competitive for the academic rank and include a full benefits package to support high quality professional practice and favorable work-life-family balance. The VA provides employees with a robust benefits package and fosters an environment where more time is spent on medical practice and less on business tasks. VA does this by offering: Paid Time Off in the form of 26 Days paid annual leave, 12 Weeks Maternity/Paternity leave, 13 Days paid sick leave per year, 11 Federal holidays with pay, and up to 5-Day paid absence to attend approved CME courses. Insurance to include Health-Dental-Vision care insurance programs to choose from with premiums partially paid by VA; Flexible Spending Accounts; Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government; and Long-term care insurance available as an option. Federal Retirement Plan thru the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) - A three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits; 2) FERS-FRAE basic benefits (pension); and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan, with up to five percent government matching contributions.  

To Explore This Physician Opportunity Further

Please forward copy of your Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae to Henry "Hank" Laguatan, VA National Healthcare Recruitment Consultant @ or call (206) 459-7927.