Physician - Diagnostic Radiologist

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. The Duties of the Radiologist include: Functions: Performs duties and responsibilities of a radiologist in the areas of general radiology, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, ultrasound, DXA, and basic interventional procedures. Participates in and supports performance improvement activities, including, but not limited to, external review programs, internal peer review programs, and accreditation requirements. Utilizes Powerscribe and ensures timely and consistent imaging reporting and record keeping. Provides accurate, concise, timely documentation of care in the electronic medical record (Computerized Patient Record System -CPRS) on each patient care occurrence. Interpretation and dictation of reports must be completed utilizing PowerScribe voice recognition system for dictation and in the required VAMC format. Verification of reports must be completed, in accordance with established metrics. Ensures communication for direct patient care is accomplished among imaging staff and providers. Is knowledgeable of changes associated with aging and principles of growth and development relevant to the adult and geriatric age groups. Has ability to assess and interpret data about the patient's status; and ability to identify age-specific needs and provide the appropriate care based upon the age related factors. Research and Education: Participates in education of facility and Imaging staff and students from affiliated programs. Supports and participates in continuous learning and self-development. Stays abreast of advances in imaging services. Organizational Support: Accepts and supports changes that are necessary to improve services to patients. Responds to changing priorities and resources positively and proactively. Actively seeks to promote and maintain good working relationships with all facility employees. Actively participates in Imaging Service and/or other facility or VISN level work groups/projects. Understands the interrelationship of Imaging Service with other facility Services/Service Lines to achieve the mission of the VA Black Hills HCS and VISN. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Authorized: This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for the incentive. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov for questions or assistance. Learn more. 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: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm. Additional information may be provided during the interview process.