Physician (Radiologist) - Body Imaging

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

The Robley Rex VA Medical Center is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Diagnostic Radiologist to join a dynamic, Veteran-Centered Imaging Service. Radiologist must be a Board Certified or Board Eligible Radiologist. Appropriate fellowship training in Interventional Radiology. The Radiology Service is a part of a large, complex, VA Medical Center with consults, orders and referrals from VISN Medical Centers and outpatient clinics. The VA medical center and Department of Radiology are involved in training of affiliated institution trainees, and Radiologic Technologist students. Functions: Works includes onsite and some teleradiology. Works in a Veteran centered, dynamic, team oriented, and collaborative environment. Meets VHA defined benchmarks for physician productivity. Rotates between campuses, as needed. Interprets general radiology examinations (plain film). Performs and interprets diagnostic fluoroscopic studies (without and with contrast material). Applies advanced knowledge and skills acquired through fellowship training in Body Imaging to interpret complex imaging examinations and deliver accurate, timely reports that support patient care and clinical decision-making. Interprets CT examinations of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis. Interprets MRI examinations of the chest, abdomen and pelvis. Interprets general, vascular, small parts and soft tissue ultrasound examinations. Participates in the development of new protocols and imaging techniques. Issues timely Radiology Reports. Documents clinical notes in the electronic medical record, when appropriate. Communicates critical findings according to the medical center policy. Participates in quality management activities such as film quality review, peer review and other performance improvement activities. Reviews exam requests for appropriateness. Prescribes exam protocols and modifies as needed for specific clinical indications. Consults with providers on various aspects of radiology such as exam selection, review of results, etc. Participates in various local multidisciplinary and interdepartmental conferences. Participates in the education and mentorship of residents, fellows, medical students, and other healthcare professionals, fostering an environment of academic excellence and continuous learning. Participates in the coordination of patient care: Contacts clinical providers as relevant to assure effective patient care, discuss evaluation, management, follow-up, and other aspects of coordinated, patient-centered care. Provides clinical oversight of medication administration, including contrast, preps and other medications relevant to the radiology procedures. Provides technical image quality feedback to technologists. Utilizes abnormal diagnostic codes appropriately and communicates/documents verbal notification of results when required. Participates in research activities and scholarly programs. Demonstrates strong interpersonal and teaching skills, along with a commitment to academic excellence, clinical quality, and patient-centered care. Additional valuable knowledge base: Knowledge of basic operation of imaging equipment. Knowledge of Radiology image Archiving and viewing Software. Knowledge of voice Recognition Dictation software VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (however, subject to change, depending on the needs of the service/medical center) Provider will participate in the rotation for "on-call" services for the department. Provider is expected to maintain Joint Commission readiness.

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.