Physician - Diagnostic Radiology

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 Physician - Diagnostic Radiology supports the Veteran Integrated Service Network (VISN) mission, vision and values, while operating in accordance with Veterans Health Administration (VHA) policies, facility and VISN policies, and standards of federal professional and accrediting agencies external to VHA including The Joint Commission (T JC). Duties include: Performs duties and responsibilities of a radiologist in the areas of general radiology, CT, MRI, ultrasound, DEXA, nuclear medicine and PET/CT as provided and privileged. Performs ultrasound examinations of the internal organs, thyroid, scrotum, and vascular exams such as carotids. Interprets nuclear medicine studies such as bone scan, HIDA, MUGA, thyroid, and cardiac as privileged. Provides PET/CT interpretations. Participates in and supports performance improvement activities, including, but not limited to, external review programs, internal peer review programs, and accreditation requirements. 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 using the existing voice recognition system for dictation and in the required VAMC format. Verification of reports must be completed within 24 hours for routine exams. Ensures communication for direct patient care is accomplished among imaging staff and providers including critical results communication. Participates in Quality Management activities such as image quality, clerical checks, peer review, Tumor Board and other activities as required. May be asked from time to time to review imaging policy and procedures and recommend updates or changes to the Chief of Imaging for implementation and support the coordination of the services daily functioning as needed. 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. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (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) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance 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, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Additional information may be provided during an interview.