Medical Director, Interventional Radiology

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Medical Director, Interventional Radiology

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Medical Director, Interventional Radiology | Sign-On Bonus Available

VHC Health – Arlington, Virginia

VHC Health is seeking a visionary and collaborative physician leader to serve as Medical Director of Interventional Radiology. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape a comprehensive, growing interventional radiology program providing both inpatient and outpatient services within one of the region’s most respected independent health systems.

Opportunity Highlights

The Medical Director will provide strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for the Interventional Radiology program across inpatient and outpatient settings. This individual will partner closely with hospital administration, radiology leadership, vascular surgery, oncology, hepatology, nephrology, trauma, emergency medicine, and surgical services to further develop a comprehensive IR service line that supports the growing needs of the community.

VHC Health’s Interventional Radiology program is supported by experienced technologists, dedicated nursing staff, advanced imaging capabilities, and a collaborative procedural environment that continues to expand in both complexity and volume. The program performs a broad range of minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and is well-positioned for continued growth in oncology interventions, vascular disease management, image-guided procedures, and ambulatory procedural care.

Interventional Radiology Services Provided Include

• Oncology
• Image-guided biopsies
• Tumor Ablation
• Y-90 Radioembolization

Vascular

• Peripheral angiography and stent placement
• Thrombolysis/thrombectomy
• AV fistula and graft interventions
• IVC filter placement/removal
• Embolization
• TIPS

Non-Vascular

• Para/Thoracentesis
• Nephrostomy, Gastrostomy, and Gastrojejunostomy tube placement
• Myelogram

Women’s & Men’s Health

• Uterine or Prostate embolization
• Hysterosalpingography (HSG)
• Fallopian tube recanalization

Pain and Musculoskeletal

• Bone biopsies
• Joint & Spine injections
• Vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty

Neuro Intervention

• Neuro interventional procedures (preferred; at least one physician will support stroke intervention in collaboration with neurology)

The incoming leader will have the opportunity to

• Lead the continued growth and strategic direction of the Interventional Radiology program
• Recruit, mentor, and develop additional IR physicians and APP support
• Expand clinical partnerships across oncology, vascular, hepatobiliary, and surgical specialties
• Advance quality, safety, operational efficiency, and patient experience initiatives
• Participate in program development, innovation, and procedural expansion opportunities
• Build relationships with referring physicians and community providers throughout Northern Virginia
• Maintain an active clinical practice with a balanced mix of procedural and leadership responsibilities

Candidate Qualifications

• Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology with fellowship training in Interventional Radiology
• Board Certified/Eligible in Interventional Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology (IR/DR)
• Eligible for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• Minimum 3 years of hospital-based Interventional Radiology experience required; 5+ years strongly preferred. Prior formal or informal leadership or assistant leadership role within an IR program or service line is highly desirable
• Strong interest in program building, physician engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Neuro interventional radiology skills preferred (at least one member of the IR team will be required to support stroke intervention services in collaboration with Dr. Kim and the neurology team)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a hospital-based clinical environment with strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

About VHC Health

Located in desirable Arlington, Virginia, VHC Health is expanding its physician enterprise with a comprehensive Interventional Radiology program delivering both inpatient and outpatient services. We are seeking collaborative, patient-focused physicians who are excited by the opportunity to help shape and grow a high-impact service line within a nationally recognized health system. You will practice in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment with strong institutional investment, clinical autonomy, and a shared commitment to innovation, quality, and exceptional patient care — with 100% of your time dedicated to interventional radiology.

Situated in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, DC, the community offers exceptional quality of life, top-ranked schools, vibrant neighborhoods, and easy access to cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The physician is a member of the healthcare team who works in collaboration with other staff to provide comprehensive healthcare services to patients. The scope of practice of each physician is defined through the health system’s credentialing and privileging committee.

The Physician supports objectives, budget, and performance metrics at the individual level.Supports all medical activities at the individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.The role of a physician is to provide quality clinical care to those individuals who have chosen VHC Health in a timely manner to meet the needs of our patients.

Education:

Doctorate from accredited medical school is required.

Experience

One year of medical/surgical experience is required.

Certifications/Licensure

Licensed to Practice Medicine by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.

Awards/Recognition

• Received a ‘High Performing' designation in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 list of maternity hospitals across the United States. This survey was based on factors most important to parents when choosing the hospital to deliver their baby.
• Received a top ranking in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list for 2023-2024. The report ranked hospitals in 15 adult specialties as well as national and regional rankings. VHC Health is proud to be ranked second in Northern Virginia, 4th in the Washington, DC metro region, and 5th in the Commonwealth of Virginia, out of 121 hospitals ranked
• Received an “A” grade in the spring of 2024 in the Leapfrog Group’s ranking for hospitals. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade gives 3,000 “general acute-care hospitals” a grade based on certain measures surrounding patient safety.
• VHC Health ranked as one of the top hospitals in the region , according to the prestigious annual rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. VHC Health tied for fourth place alongside George Washington University Hospital and Johns Hopkins Medicine-Sibley Memorial Hospital.
• VHC Health’s Outpatient Pavilion Parking Garage has been awarded the prestigious International Parking and Mobility Institute (IPMI) 2024 Apex Award for Stand-Alone Facility Design .
• VHC Health ranks as Best-in-State for 2024 in Virginia by Newsweek . The first ranking of its kind, this survey ranked the leading hospitals in the United States based on four data sources. VHC Health ranked as #5 in Virginia and was in the top three in the Washington, DC, metro region.
• VHC Health received 5 stars (the highest) in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service’s Quality rating . We were one of only 381 hospitals nationwide to achieve the prestigious five-star rating.
• The Commonwealth of Virginia renewed VHC Health’s 2021 accreditation as a Level II Trauma Center . This underscores the hospital’s commitment to excellence as a community provider of comprehensive medical services and to acutely injured patients.
• VHC Health’s cancer program received Accreditation with Commendation from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer Accreditation. This recognition demonstrates VHC Health’s dedication to providing our community with the highest quality cancer care.

OUR COMMUNITY

• Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.
• Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.
• Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.
• Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States
• Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.
• Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.
• Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.
• Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.
• Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts
• Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.