Primary Care Provider

Section Chief of Mental Health - Primary Care Provider
Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson, AZ)
Empower Change. Lead Innovation. Serve Those Who Served.

Are you an experienced physician leader seeking a mission-driven role at the intersection of medicine and mental health? The Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS) invites a talented Primary Care Physician to join us as Section Chief of Mental Health Primary Care-a unique opportunity to shape the future of care for our nation's Veterans in beautiful Tucson, Arizona.

Why Join Our Team?

Transformative Leadership:
Step into a pivotal leadership role where you'll guide a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing life-changing, integrated primary care to Veterans facing serious mental illness and/or homelessness.

Collaboration and Innovation:
Work closely with mental health and primary care professionals in a progressive environment that values collaboration, evidence-based care, and continuous quality improvement.

Make a Lasting Difference:
Your expertise will directly influence the health, well-being, and dignity of Veterans-a population with complex and meaningful care needs.

Position Highlights:

Leadership & Impact:

o Serve as Section Chief & Clinic Director for the Mental Health Primary Care section.

o Directly supervise and mentor a team of 7 interdisciplinary healthcare professionals-cultivating a culture of excellence and compassion.

o Oversee 4 specialized PACT teams (3 SMI-PACT, 1 H-PACT), championing integrated primary care for Veterans with co-existing mental health diagnoses.

Clinical Excellence:

o Provide high-quality outpatient primary care within an innovative, co-located mental health setting.

o Advice and consult with colleagues in both primary care and behavioral health-become a recognized leader and resource across the organization.

Professional Growth:

o Shape program development, participate in teaching/mentorship, and affect system-wide best practices.

Work-Life Balance:

o Enjoy a regular daytime schedule: M-F, 7:30am-4:00pm-promoting well-being in and out of the workplace.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Board-certified/eligible in Family or Internal Medicine

Active, unrestricted US medical license

Demonstrated physician leadership experience

Deep commitment to Veteran-centered, team-based care

Passion for working with individuals living with mental illness and/or homelessness

Excellent interpersonal and teaching skills

Preferred: Mental health experience and interest in advancing integrated care.

Outstanding VA Benefits:

Competitive Compensation: $265,000-$290,000/yr, plus annual bonus and regular salary increases

Recruitment /Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Approved
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment Program)

Generous Paid-Time Off:
50-55 days annually including 26 vacation days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and up to 5 days CME leave

Comprehensive Federal Benefits:
Retirement pension (5 years vesting) + 401k (VA contributes up to 5%)
Health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance (many benefits carry into retirement)

Professional Support:
$1,000/year CME reimbursement, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and no physician employment contract
No significant restrictions on moonlighting

Relocation Assistance Possible

Live and Work in Sunny Tucson:
Enjoy an affordable, vibrant city rich in culture, arts, outdoor recreation, and year-round sunshine.

Join Arizona's flagship VA health system and lead a team at the forefront of caring for America's heroes.

Ready to make a powerful impact?
Apply today and discover the professional fulfillment and personal growth you seek-while serving those who have served.