Glaucoma Surgeon - Ophthalmologist | VA Tucson Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs · Tucson, AZ, United States

FULL TIME

Job Description

Glaucoma Surgeon (Ophthalmologist) SAVAHCS (Tucson, AZ)

The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) is seeking an Ophthalmologist specializing in Glaucoma Surgery to join our team of comprehensive and subspecialist ophthalmologists in sunny Tucson, Arizona .

This position is primarily focused on tertiary glaucoma care , with strong opportunities for mentoring and teaching residents from the University of Arizona Ophthalmology Residency . The role reports to the Clinical Director of Ophthalmology .

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Position Location

Tucson VA Medical Center (SAVAHCS) Tucson, Arizona

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What You'll Do

You will provide a full spectrum of ophthalmic care with an emphasis on glaucoma, including:

* Glaucoma medical and surgical management for a tertiary caseload

Cataract procedures -performing as well as teaching/assisting residents
Anterior segment laser procedures , including:

* YAG SLT
Argon laser services

* Call coverage on a regular basis in alignment with other faculty
Resident staffing in clinic and OR , with an emphasis on anterior segment disorders and glaucoma
Rotational coverage for resident call and urgent clinic patients

* Patient and family education to support understanding and adherence

Timely clinical documentation and charting
Participation in quality of care, peer review, and performance improvement activities

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? Requirements

* U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be considered only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited, per VA policy)
MD/DO (or equivalent degree from a recognized medical program)
Current, full, unrestricted license to practice medicine/surgery in any U.S. state
Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Ophthalmology (ABMS)
Completion of Glaucoma fellowship
Full-time, permanent schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

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Training & Academic Mission

SAVAHCS is a Joint Commission-accredited, level 1a complexity teaching hospital and the principal teaching affiliate of the University of Arizona . You will work alongside a team committed to clinical excellence, education, and continuous improvement.

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Why Tucson / Why SAVAHCS

Tucson offers ~350 days of sunshine , outdoor lifestyle, and a strong university community-while SAVAHCS provides the stability of VA medicine and a mission-driven environment serving 170,000+ Veterans across Southern Arizona.

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Pay & Benefits (Highlights)

* Pay: $300,000 - $400,000 (annual performance bonus; regular salary increases)

* Recruitment incentive (sign-on bonus): May be authorized

Paid time off: 50-55 days/year
Generous federal retirement (pension + TSP)
Comprehensive federal insurance benefits (health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care options)
Licensure support: 1 full unrestricted license accepted from any U.S. state/territory
Malpractice coverage: Provided (VA liability protections)

Company	Department of Veterans Affairs
Location	Tucson, AZ, United States
Type	FULL TIME
Niche	healthcare

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Glaucoma Surgeon - Ophthalmologist | VA Tucson Medical Center

Job Description

What You'll Do

* Patient and family education to support understanding and adherence

* Recruitment incentive (sign-on bonus): May be authorized