Physician- Diagnostic Imaging

General Radiologist - Functions and Scope of Assigned Duties

This position is eligible for remote work and is exempt from return to office requirements. Selectees will work 100% of the time in a non-VA owned space outside or inside of the local commuting area of parent station. The employee's workspace must be suitable for conducting business, remote employees are expected to provide a secure, distraction-free home-based worksite with reliable high speed internet connectivity. The employee will be required to travel to the closest VA Medical Center or VA Outpatient Clinic for issuance of equipment, and as needed for technical support. Selectees will be required to self-certify that their remote workplace meets all safety, privacy, and internet speed requirements. Remote exempted positions are reviewed annually and do not imply permanent remote work status.

1. Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation

• Interpret and report a broad spectrum of diagnostic radiologic exams, including but not limited to:
• Plain films (X-rays)
• Computed Tomography (CT) scans
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Ultrasound
• Mammography
• Fluoroscopy procedures
• Correlate clinical history with imaging findings and provide timely, accurate dictated or written reports.

2. Consultative Services

• Act as a consultant to referring physicians, answering questions about appropriate imaging, exam protocols, and interpretation of findings.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences (e.g., tumor board, morbidity, and mortality meetings) as assigned.

3. Supervision and Education

• Supervise technologists and other imaging staff in the conduct of imaging procedures.
• Provide education and guidance to medical students, residents, and other trainees where applicable.
• Participate in quality assurance/improvement activities.

4. Patient Safety and Quality Assurance

• Ensure adherence to radiation safety and infection control measures for patients and staff.
• Participate in peer review, clinical performance improvement, and quality management activities.

5. Administrative Duties

• Document in the electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participate in department meetings and committees as required.
• Assist with protocol development, policy updates, and process improvement.

6. Continuing Education

• Maintain board certification and participate in continuing medical education as required by the facility and credentialing bodies.

Additional duties may include:

• Coverage of other imaging modalities (e.g., nuclear medicine) if appropriately trained and credentialed.
• Coverage for NTP teleradiology delayed reading after hours.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be authorized to highly qualified applicant.

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

Work Schedule: To be determined - Typically Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm (with rotating on call)