<p>A rare founding opportunity in Vascular Surgery has opened in Tucson, Arizona, within one of Southern Arizona's largest multi-specialty groups — more than 100 providers — anchored by an established cardiology platform that includes interventional cardiovascular, electrophysiology, and advanced heart valve disease specialists. The incoming vascular surgeon will launch and lead a brand-new vascular surgery service line, stepping into a practice environment where the referral infrastructure, dedicated OR time, and administrative support are already in place. The group offers a state-of-the-art hybrid OR and a newly built vascular surgery suite, making this an exceptional build-from-the-ground-up opportunity with full institutional backing in a high-sunshine, low-cost-of-living Southwest market.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary with productivity incentives</li> <li>Sign-on bonus available</li> <li>Relocation assistance available</li> <li>Malpractice coverage with tail protection included</li> <li>401(k) with employer match</li> <li>CME allowance with dedicated conference time</li> <li>Generous PTO</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time employed position within a physician-led, multi-specialty organization of 100+ providers</li> <li>Founding vascular surgeon role — opportunity to build and shape the service line from inception</li> <li>Schedule structured as 1–2 clinic days per week with 3–4 days dedicated to OR and inpatient rounding</li> <li>Weekday and weekend call coverage required</li> <li>State-of-the-art hybrid OR and a newly constructed dedicated vascular surgery OR suite</li> <li>Robust, pre-built referral base from cardiology, primary care, and the broader multi-specialty network — including interventional cardiovascular, electrophysiology, and advanced heart valve disease colleagues</li> <li>Dedicated practice manager, medical assistant, and surgery scheduler assigned to the vascular surgery service line</li> <li>Physician-led organizational structure with leadership opportunities available</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO degree from an accredited institution</li> <li>Board certification in Vascular Surgery required</li> <li>Minimum 3 years of post-training clinical experience preferred</li> <li>Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tucson delivers 350 days of sunshine annually, framed by five mountain ranges and the iconic saguaro-studded Sonoran Desert landscape — with Sabino Canyon, Saguaro National Park, and Mount Lemmon's alpine terrain all within 45 minutes of the city. Tucson holds the distinction of being the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the United States, reflecting a culinary heritage rooted in centuries of Sonoran, Mexican, and Native American traditions, and the University of Arizona infuses the city with cultural, intellectual, and athletic energy year-round. Families find excellent public and private school options alongside safe, well-planned communities in the Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, and Marana — all at a cost of living that allows physicians to build meaningful long-term wealth. Tucson International Airport provides direct access to major hubs, and Phoenix is a straightforward 90-minute drive north for additional metropolitan amenities.</p>