Physician Radiologist - Nuclear Medicine

Physician Radiologist - Nuclear Medicine Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Details

Posted:

01-May-26

Location:

Tucson, Arizona

Type:

Full Time

Sector:

Hospital, Public and Private

Additional Information:

Hybrid/Remote is allowed.

Internal Number:

5-1-26 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! 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.