<p>A well-established, physician-led cardiology group in Tucson, Arizona is recruiting a Board Certified or Board Eligible General Cardiologist for a full-time employed position. The role offers a structured blend of outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital work, supported by a dedicated structural heart team capable of managing high-acuity cases including STEMI and cardiogenic shock. A predictable hospital rotation model with no after-hours call obligations makes this an unusually lifestyle-friendly opportunity in a growing Southwestern market. Tucson's combination of affordability, outdoor access, and cultural depth rounds out a compelling package for physicians at any career stage.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive employed compensation package with full administrative infrastructure — billing, credentialing, and practice management handled in-house</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>Professional liability (malpractice) coverage included</li> <li>Retirement savings plan options</li> <li>Paid time off and CME allowance</li> <li>In-house marketing and business development support to build referral volume</li> <li>Visa support negotiable</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Employed, physician-led group with a collaborative, non-corporate culture</li> <li>Clinic schedule of 35–45 hours per week with a patient volume of 24–30 patients per clinic day</li> <li>Hospital rotation structured as 7-day blocks with no call obligations after 5 PM — clean handoffs and protected personal time</li> <li>Inpatient census of 10–25 patients during hospital rotation weeks</li> <li>Clinical responsibilities include hospital consults, echocardiogram interpretation, and EKG interpretation</li> <li>Dedicated structural heart team on-site supporting high-acuity cases including STEMI and cardiogenic shock management</li> <li>Strong APP support integrated into both clinic and inpatient workflows</li> <li>Established referral network providing consistent, sustainable patient volume from day one</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)</li> <li>MD or DO degree required; completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency and Cardiovascular Disease fellowship</li> <li>Active Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Arizona</li> <li>Proficiency in echocardiogram and EKG interpretation required</li> <li>Comfort managing a broad general cardiology inpatient and outpatient case mix, including high-acuity consults</li> <li>Visa sponsorship support available — negotiable on a case-by-case basis</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tucson sits in the Sonoran Desert at the base of five mountain ranges, offering more than 300 days of sunshine annually alongside world-class hiking, cycling, and access to Saguaro National Park and other protected lands. Designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Tucson boasts a vibrant and diverse dining and cultural scene, while the presence of a major research university anchors strong public schools and family-friendly neighborhoods throughout the metro. Cost of living remains meaningfully lower than comparable Southwestern cities, and Tucson International Airport provides straightforward connections for domestic and international travel.</p>