Radiologist

Radiologist Job Description If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk? Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand‑alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand! Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including: Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Disability and Life Insurance options On Site Child Care Educational Reimbursement Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more! General Summary: The Radiologist will examine and diagnose disorders and diseases using diagnostic imaging equipment and performing procedures. Responsible for the delivery of age and specialty appropriate medical care through the process of assessment, evaluation, diagnosing, recognition and prevention of adverse events, treatment, and follow‑up. Performs responsibilities in four areas of practice – clinician, teacher, leadership, and professional development. Collaborates with colleagues and other professional disciplines to ensure safe, effective, efficient, and value‑added patient centered care and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Continuously monitors quality patient care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement that demonstrates positive outcomes in patient care. Possesses excellent communication skills with patient, family, caregivers, multidisciplinary team members, medical staff members, and all employees. Keeps quality and safety in the forefront in the delivery of patient care. Participates/supports the integrated continuum of care of patients within Bayhealth. Responsibilities:

1. Provides radiology services using evidence based and substantiated guidelines in a timely manner.
2. Performs fluoroscopic and other procedures. Recognizes and treats complications during and after procedures. (Not applicable for remote radiologists.)
3. Responsible for complete review of medical records and communicating with referring clinicians.
4. Performs and interprets the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures including but not limited to, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies, mammography, and ultrasound.
5. Reviews and transmits images and information using picture archiving and communications systems.
6. Communicates examination results and diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, and families.
7. Completes all documentation following Bayhealth policy.
8. Maintains accurate medical records in accordance with Bayhealth Medical Staff. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnosis, procedures, treatment, outcomes, referrals, and consultations consistent with NCQA, Joint Commission, state, and other regulatory standards. Utilizes the Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) to its full capacity.
9. Participates in quality improvement activities including discussions of areas where risk of error is high.
10. Participates in continuing education activities to maintain and develop expertise.
11. Implements protocols in areas such as drugs, resuscitation, emergencies, power failures, and infection control.
12. Serves as a teleradiologist to supplement on‑site radiologists. (Not applicable for onsite radiologists).
13. Adheres to Bayhealth Medical Staff bylaws, rules, and regulations. Creates an atmosphere that promotes and maintains professional standards. Meets and follows Bayhealth rules and regulations.
14. Treats all customers with courtesy, dignity, and respect, giving careful consideration to the views, opinions and feelings of others.
15. Maintains a high level of patient satisfaction. Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills in dealings with others.
16. All other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

• Radiology