Physician - Interventional Radiologist

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Experience the energy, excitement and welcoming spirit of OKC! Named one of the Best Places to Visit by Atlas Obscura and Southern Living, Oklahoma City offers all of the culture, cuisine, attractions and amenities you'd expect in a modern metropolis. And with its rugged Western past, working stockyards and title as "Horse Show Capital of the World," it's rich in cowboy culture, as well. From family fun to romantic retreats to outdoor adventures you won't find anywhere else, Oklahoma City has plenty of hustle without all the hassle. The OKC VA holds a solid 3-star overall rating, which ranks it among the highest-performing medical facilities in the metroplex. By comparison, other medical facilities in the metroplex often fall lower in this rating category. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized to a highly qualified candidate Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Approved Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP Participants are ineligible to apply for the program. Contact David Billingsly at View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io, 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

Duties

Oversight of Quality and Safety

• Review and approve requests for interventional procedures, ensuring appropriateness based on clinical indications.
• Prescribe and modify procedural protocols for vascular and non-vascular interventions.
• Provide oversight of technical image quality and procedural safety, offering feedback to technologists and nursing staff.
• Oversee medication administration relevant to interventional procedures, including contrast agents, sedation, and peri-procedural medications.
• Serve as a resource for infection control practices, including sterile technique and post-procedure care.
• Participate in VA safety and quality assurance committees, including peer review, protocol review, and performance improvement initiatives.

Procedure Performance, Interpretation, and Consultation

• Perform a wide range of interventional radiology procedures (e.g., angiography, embolization, biopsies, drainages, vascular access).
• Interpret imaging studies related to interventional procedures, correlating findings with clinical information in CPRS.
• Generate comprehensive procedure reports, including pertinent findings, measurements, procedural details, complications, recommendations, and impression.

Patient Care

• Interact with patients to obtain relevant clinical history and physical exam findings within the scope of interventional radiology practice.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding procedures, risks, benefits, and alternatives.
• Obtain informed consent, issue disclosures when appropriate, and document all interactions in CPRS.
• Participate in the coordination of patient care, including pre- and post-procedure management, follow-up, and communication with clinical teams.
• Make timely notification of time-sensitive results and/or results with major clinical significance.

Medical Staff Functions

• Participate in Imaging and general medical staff meetings, committee assignments, compliance, and other components of an organized medical staff.

Education

• Support academic affiliations in technologist, radiologic assistant, medical student, resident, and other teaching programs involving the Imaging Service.
• Provide clinical experience, cognitive development, and other aspects of effective teaching.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm