Physician Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist-Recruitment Incentive and No IR call

Diagnostic And Interventional Radiologist

Preferred Experience: 1) Board-eligible or board-certified in Diagnostic Radiology and current with MOC; 2) ACGME DR/IR certified; or 3) IR fellowship-trained diagnostic and interventional radiologist. The Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist: -interprets radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine studies -performs basic and advanced image-guided procedures (CT- and ultrasound-guided biopsies and drainages, percutaneous biliary and urologic tube insertions and exchanges) only during weekday hours; there is no IR call (no nights, weekends, or holidays). -participates in multidisciplinary clinical and educational conferences, quality management activities, and institutional committees-maintains specialty education and basic or advanced life support certification. For position qualification standards, visit "VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard" On-Call Responsibilities: -Diagnostic radiology: Back-up support for teleradiology, currently a one-in-five rotation. -Interventional radiology: No call.

The VA mission fulfills President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors." The Providence VA provides outpatient and inpatient care to Veterans in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts in a 73-bed inpatient facility with medicine, surgery, and behavioral sciences services. In 2024, the Hospital, Behavioral Health, and Home Health programs received full Joint Commission accreditation. Academic Affiliations Brown University, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University Harvard University, The Harvard School of Dental Medicine The University of Rhode Island - College of Pharmacy Rhode Island College Undergraduate and Graduate Schools - Medical Imaging BS, Nursing DNP and Nursing MSN LOCATION: The Ocean State combines historic urban centers with college town vibes and accessible coastal living. Green International Airport is a twenty-minute drive from most points in Rhode Island. Main highway and railway arteries provide easy access to Boston and New York City, as well as the mountains and beaches throughout New England and New York.

Pay and Benefits Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year, including 26 vacation days ("annual leave"), 13 sick days, 11 Federal holidays, and five education days 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, and long-term care coverage. Many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement. CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage. Contract: No physician employment contract. Moonlighting: Allowed without restrictions. Benefits Link: VHA Physician Total Rewards . Recruitment or Relocation Incentive: Authorized for highly qualified candidates Student Loan Repayment: Education Debt Reduction Program reimbursement for student loan payments. Eligibility: Must meet VHA policy requirements. Application Deadline: Submit the EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Details: The EDRP program office determines approvals, award amounts (up to $200,000), and eligibility periods (one to five years). Former EDRP participants are ineligible. Learn more