Physician (Radiology-Diagnostic)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview: This role is available within the Defense Health Agency at the Army Medical Center Madigan, specifically in the Department of Radiology, situated in Tacoma, Washington.

This is a Direct Hire opportunity.

• A recruitment incentive may be available.

• Salary negotiations may be possible for candidates new to Federal service.

• Non-Federal work experience may count towards leave accrual.

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

Joint Base Lewis-McChord, along with its associated clinics and dental facility, is located at Fort Lewis, Washington, close to Tacoma. Madigan AMC is recognized as one of only three Level Two trauma centers within the U.S. Medical Command.

Tacoma is a vibrant city with a population of 200,000, positioned between Seattle and Olympia, the state capital. The area combines the benefits of larger urban centers with a welcoming community atmosphere. Visitors are drawn to downtown Tacoma for its exceptional museums, hotels, and theaters, while the natural beauty of Puget Sound and Mount Rainier attracts outdoor enthusiasts. Notable attractions include the Broadway Center for the Performing Arts, Chihuly Bridge of Glass, Emerald Downs Racetrack, Emerald Queen Casino, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Lakewold Gardens, and the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad, showcasing a diverse array of entertainment options. The city also boasts excellent educational institutions, parks, festivals, and shopping centers.

Joining the Department of Defense offers a wealth of advantages, including competitive salary packages, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayment options, and a retirement plan featuring the Thrift Savings Plan with employer matching contributions.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Duties:

• Conduct and interpret a comprehensive array of diagnostic imaging studies, perform necessary patient assessments, and provide clinical oversight and emergency care for individuals undergoing radiologic procedures.

• Utilize and supervise advanced imaging techniques such as CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, mammography, angiography, and interventional methods to diagnose intricate medical conditions.

• Offer expert radiologic consultations to physicians, communicate findings to patients and referring providers, engage in multidisciplinary boards (e.g., Tumor Board), and contribute to technical reviews and quality assurance initiatives.

• Instruct radiology residents, medical students, and physicians through daily teaching, lectures, conferences, and board preparation activities; oversee resident activities; and lead or mentor research projects within the department.

• Delegate and supervise the work of subordinate staff, conduct performance assessments, participate in hiring and disciplinary processes, and identify and support employee training and development needs.

Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

Eligibility: Open to U.S. Citizens

To qualify, candidates must meet the educational and experiential criteria outlined below. Experience encompasses both paid and unpaid roles, including volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). All qualifying experience, including volunteer work, will be credited. Your resume should clearly detail your relevant experience; if qualifying through education, transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Basic Requirements for Physician (Radiology-Diagnostic):

Degree: A Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from an accredited institution in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by recognized bodies such as the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association or the Liaison Committee on Medical Education. For foreign medical degrees, equivalency to accredited U.S. schools must be demonstrated through permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.

Licensure: Candidates must hold a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.

Graduate Training: Following the attainment of a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, candidates must have completed at least one year of supervised clinical experience, such as a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in an accredited hospital or institution.

Residency Training: Applicants must have successfully completed accredited residency training in the relevant specialty (Radiology-Diagnostic) and possess equivalent experience and training totaling at least four years. Experience cannot substitute for the required residency training for the specified specialty.

Salary Information: If selected for a Physician position, a salary quote will not be provided at the time of the initial job offer. The salary determination process will commence after the initial job offer is accepted, involving the Activity Compensation Panel to establish base pay and market pay, which will be communicated once approved. Physician salaries are based on a tier scale determined by specialty, grade, and location.