Diagnostic Radiologist

Diagnostic Radiologist

Providence is the capital and most populous city of Rhode Island, offering a unique blend of New England charm, world-class culture, and coastal living. Known as "The Creative Capital," Providence is home to renowned institutions including Brown University, the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and Johnson & Wales University. The city boasts an acclaimed food scene consistently ranked among the best in the Northeast, the beautiful WaterFire art installation along the Providence River, and vibrant neighborhoods like Federal Hill and the East Side. With easy access to Narragansett Bay beaches, Newport's historic mansions, and Cape Cod just 90 minutes away, Providence offers an exceptional quality of life. The cost of living is significantly more affordable than Boston (just 50 miles north), making it an ideal base for healthcare professionals who want urban amenities with New England character.

Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is located just 10 minutes south of downtown Providence in Warwick, RI. The airport offers daily nonstop service to over 20 destinations including New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Charlotte, Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Philadelphia via Southwest, American, United, Delta, Breeze, and Frontier airlines. For broader international and domestic options, Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is approximately 60 miles north with convenient Amtrak and commuter rail connections from downtown Providence.

The Providence VA Healthcare System is a comprehensive Veterans Affairs medical facility serving over 35,000 Veterans across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. Part of VISN 1 (New England), the facility provides a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services including primary care, specialty medicine, surgery, mental health, and rehabilitation. The Radiology department is equipped with modern imaging technology including CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and DEXA. The facility fosters a collaborative, team-oriented environment with a shared on-call rotation and strong support from the existing VA radiology staff.

830 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive diagnostic radiology physician services including interpretation of imaging studies across multiple modalities.
• Perform and interpret CT, MRI, X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and DEXA examinations.
• Protocol examinations and prescribe contrast and medications in accordance with ACR guidelines.
• Interpret imaging studies with required turnaround: STAT within 1 hour, ASAP within 8 hours, and Routine within 48 hours.
• Communicate critical and urgent findings to ordering providers per departmental policy.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences and clinical consultations.
• Review consults, orders, and pre-review scheduled examinations for the next business day.
• Provide on-call coverage on a rotating basis including phone consultations and remote protocol support.
• Maintain compliance with ACR Practice Parameters and all applicable imaging safety standards.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an LCME- or AOA-accredited medical school with a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree.
• Must have completed an ACGME- or AOA-accredited residency in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Radiology (ABR). Board Eligible candidates must be within 5 years of residency completion without a failed board exam.
• Must have subspecialty experience in CT and/or MRI interpretation in at least one area: Body Imaging, Neuroradiology, or Musculoskeletal Radiology.
• Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in any State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
• Must have current ACLS and BLS certifications.
• Must have an active DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.

Full-time, Monday through Friday. On-call coverage on a rotating basis (approximately one week per month).

KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.