Physician (Radiology-Mammography)

Transform Your Career as a Diagnostic Radiologist (Mammography) in thriving Aurora, Colorado!

The VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System, located at the state-of-the-art Rocky Mountain Regional Medical Center, invites applications for a Board-Certified Diagnostic Radiologist (Mammography) to join our distinguished team. Seize the opportunity to profoundly impact the lives of our nation's Veterans while thriving in a collaborative, academic healthcare environment at the forefront of medical innovation.

Position Highlights and Scope of Practice

Supervise and/or perform diagnostic imaging utilizing x-rays, ultrasound, MRI, radiopharmaceuticals, contrast media, and other advanced techniques.

Interpret a wide range of complex diagnostic studies and procedures.

Perform invasive and therapeutic procedures, including those related to diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

Practice comprehensive breast imaging and procedures under delineated privileges.

Exceptional Compensation and Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary: Up to $400,000 annually

Recruitment Incentive: Receive up to 25% of your annual pay

Relocation Assistance: Available for highly qualified candidates

Student Loan Repayment: Eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (up to $200,000)

Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 50-55 days annually, including annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, and CME leave

Outstanding Retirement Benefits: Traditional federal pension (with 5-year vesting), plus a 401K plan with up to 5% VA contribution

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance-coverage extends post-retirement

Malpractice Protection: Free liability coverage with tail coverage included

CME Support: Up to $1,000 annual reimbursement

Excellent Work-Life Balance: No physician employment contract and no moonlighting restrictions

Eligibility Requirements

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree

Active, unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory

U.S. Citizenship

Current Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) qualification for performing and interpreting breast imaging procedures across all modalities

Preferred Qualifications

Fellowship training in Mammography

Proficiency in performing breast biopsies, including stereotactic-guided procedures

Experience with breast MRI

Demonstrated ability to interpret a broad spectrum of diagnostic imaging examinations

Significant expertise with breast imaging interpretation; more than five years' experience strongly preferred

Why Aurora, Colorado?

Affordable housing options and a more relaxed pace than the city center

Access to exceptional healthcare and educational institutions

Endless outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, parks, and lakes

Abundant family-friendly amenities, outstanding schools, and a thriving local economy

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