Radiologist Section Chief of Imaging Informatics opportunity in Phoenix!

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is on the lookout for a Section Chief of Imaging Informatics to join the Radiology Service at the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) Medical Center, located in Phoenix, Arizona. This department provides a range of Radiology subspecialty services, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care for Veterans throughout central Arizona. The Chief of Imaging Informatics will be responsible for managing the enterprise-wide PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) operations and supervising the team dedicated to this function. This role also involves overseeing the digital image sharing between PVAHCS and Community Care partners.

The Radiology Service is one of the largest clinical departments within PVAHCS, employing over 130 staff members across nine specialty divisions. These divisions include: Staff Radiology, Vascular and Interventional Radiology Services, CT Services, Nuclear Medicine Services, Ultrasound Services, Breast Imaging Services, Diagnostic Radiology, MRI Services, and Clerical Services. Each division has its own unique procedures and systems for patient flow, scheduling, quality monitoring, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Currently, the Phoenix Radiology department has 24 radiologists who provide both subspecialty and general radiology coverage, with a preference for candidates specializing in Neuroradiology or Musculoskeletal (MSK) Radiology.

Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Salary: Competitive annual salary of up to $400,000, along with an annual performance bonus and regular salary increases.
• Sign-on Bonus: Up to 25% of your annual salary.
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off each year, which includes 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and potentially 5 days for Continuing Medical Education (CME).
• Retirement: Access to a traditional federal pension (with a 5-year vesting period) and a federal 401k plan with contributions of up to 5% from the organization.
• Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options, many of which can be continued into retirement.
• CME: 5 days of paid leave for CME activities and a possible reimbursement of up to $2,500 per year.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): A reimbursement program for student loan payments, offering up to $200,000.
• Malpractice Coverage: Liability protection with tail coverage included.
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restrictions on moonlighting.

*Note: Board certification is required to qualify for the 5 days off for CME.

**Note: The EDRP is available for this position, allowing for student loan reimbursement. Eligibility requirements must be met according to VHA policy, and applications must be submitted within four months of starting. Approval, award amounts (up to $200,000), and eligibility periods (one to five years) will be determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after a thorough review of the application. Previous participants are not eligible to apply for this incentive.

• A Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited medical or osteopathic institution.
• Licensure: Must possess one unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory and maintain an active, unrestricted status.
• U.S. Citizenship is required; non-citizens may only be considered if qualified citizens cannot be recruited, in accordance with VA Policy.

Phoenix, the capital of Arizona, is situated in the central part of the state and is renowned for its year-round sunshine, stunning desert landscapes, and top-tier resorts and golf courses. As the fifth-largest city in the United States, Phoenix boasts a vibrant urban environment, rich southwestern culture, and numerous outdoor activities. The city, affectionately known as the "Valley of the Sun," offers a plethora of recreational and relaxation opportunities, exceptional dining experiences, and a wealth of cultural and artistic institutions. This is just a glimpse of what Phoenix has to offer!