Physician (Radiologist)
The Radiologist duties will include but are not limited to:
Specific job duties include direct patient care, director of MRI safety and supervision of technologists. Serve as a radiologist and will be responsible for oversight of service protocols, oversight/supervisor of technologists and service practices, and interdisciplinary communication and interaction with Clinical Services to achieve Best Practice standards and patient care. Facilitate, implement, and promote research, quality improvement activities, resources utilization of imaging resources in the neuroradiology sections. Acts as the designated Radiology Lead during times of absence of the Lead Radiologist. Documents procedures, consultations and healthcare decisions in the medical record. Communicates emergent findings directly to the treating physician /Service in a timely manner. Directs the activities of residents, technologists, and nurses assisting them. Supervises the administration of medications, including contrast agents, by technologists and/or nurses. Participates in quality assurance activities to improve patient safety, performance, and quality of care. Develops and adherence to, standard procedures and protocols. Maintains a safe radiation environment. Acts as an consultant to clinical services. Ensures patient privacy and confidentiality of patient medical information; Ensures accurate CPT coding. Ensures compliance with federal statues, VA directives and polices, and The Joint Commission standards. Interprets full range of general diagnostic imaging modality exams to include MRI, CT, Ultrasound, plain film, mammography, fluoroscopy. Work Schedule:
8:
00AM-4:
30PM (Day Tour) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Education Debt Reduction Award may be available for this occupation. Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan reimbursement program. To participate in the program, you must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy 1021 and submit your application within four months of appointment. The final award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services office. Paid Time Off:
49-54 days paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days' sick leave, 10 federal holidays). 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). CME:
Possible $1,000 per year stipend
possible 1 week paid authorized absence to attend. Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage provided. Contract:
No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Take a look at VA's Top 20 Reasons Doctors Enjoy Working at VA and VHA Physician's Brochure To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/31/2019. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education:
Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Licensure:
Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. English Language Proficiency:
Proficiency in spoken and written English. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. The position requires national Board Certification in diagnostic radiology. The below experience/education/certification is required or preferred:
Completed ACGME or AOA-accredited residency in diagnostic radiology. Fellowship in Neuroradiology with CAQ in Neuroradiology is preferred. Non-fellowship trained candidates with experience in Neuro diagnostic interpretation will also be considered. Education and length of practice will be considered through a formal pay-setting process in determining the final salary (Base Pay
Market Pay). Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements:
Lifting 15-44 pounds, carrying 15-44 pounds, Use of Fingers, Near Vision correctable 13-16 Jeager 1-4, both eyes required, depth perception, hearing aid permitted. Must be able to communicate, ability to use computer.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Specific job duties include direct patient care, director of MRI safety and supervision of technologists. Serve as a radiologist and will be responsible for oversight of service protocols, oversight/supervisor of technologists and service practices, and interdisciplinary communication and interaction with Clinical Services to achieve Best Practice standards and patient care. Facilitate, implement, and promote research, quality improvement activities, resources utilization of imaging resources in the neuroradiology sections. Acts as the designated Radiology Lead during times of absence of the Lead Radiologist. Documents procedures, consultations and healthcare decisions in the medical record. Communicates emergent findings directly to the treating physician /Service in a timely manner. Directs the activities of residents, technologists, and nurses assisting them. Supervises the administration of medications, including contrast agents, by technologists and/or nurses. Participates in quality assurance activities to improve patient safety, performance, and quality of care. Develops and adherence to, standard procedures and protocols. Maintains a safe radiation environment. Acts as an consultant to clinical services. Ensures patient privacy and confidentiality of patient medical information; Ensures accurate CPT coding. Ensures compliance with federal statues, VA directives and polices, and The Joint Commission standards. Interprets full range of general diagnostic imaging modality exams to include MRI, CT, Ultrasound, plain film, mammography, fluoroscopy. Work Schedule:
8:
00AM-4:
30PM (Day Tour) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Education Debt Reduction Award may be available for this occupation. Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan reimbursement program. To participate in the program, you must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy 1021 and submit your application within four months of appointment. The final award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services office. Paid Time Off:
49-54 days paid time off per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days' sick leave, 10 federal holidays). 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). CME:
Possible $1,000 per year stipend
possible 1 week paid authorized absence to attend. Malpractice:
Free liability protection with tail coverage provided. Contract:
No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting. Take a look at VA's Top 20 Reasons Doctors Enjoy Working at VA and VHA Physician's Brochure To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/31/2019. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education:
Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Licensure:
Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. English Language Proficiency:
Proficiency in spoken and written English. Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. The position requires national Board Certification in diagnostic radiology. The below experience/education/certification is required or preferred:
Completed ACGME or AOA-accredited residency in diagnostic radiology. Fellowship in Neuroradiology with CAQ in Neuroradiology is preferred. Non-fellowship trained candidates with experience in Neuro diagnostic interpretation will also be considered. Education and length of practice will be considered through a formal pay-setting process in determining the final salary (Base Pay
Market Pay). Reference:
VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements:
Lifting 15-44 pounds, carrying 15-44 pounds, Use of Fingers, Near Vision correctable 13-16 Jeager 1-4, both eyes required, depth perception, hearing aid permitted. Must be able to communicate, ability to use computer.
- Department:
0602 Medical Officer - Salary Range:
$104,843 to $400,000 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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