Diagnostic Radiologist Physician
Updated 11/03/26
$370,000
– $400,000
yearly
Long Beach, California, United States
Physician
Radiology-Nuclear
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
Yes
Job description
Job description
Physician – Diagnostic Radiologist
Long Beach VA Healthcare System | Long Beach, California
Meaningful Medicine. Academic Opportunity. Coastal Living.
The Long Beach VA Healthcare System is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Radiologist to provide high-quality imaging care to Veterans, teach diagnostic radiology residents, and help expand our imaging services.
This is an excellent opportunity for a general diagnostic radiologist with fellowship training in any subspecialty. MSK imaging and Nuclear Medicine fellowship training are especially welcomed.
Position Highlights
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; 40 hours per week
- Work site options: On-site at Long Beach VA with telework eligibility, as determined by agency policy; generally, 1–4 telework days per week may be available.
- Flexible tours: Alternative or atypical schedules may be considered
- Call: Approximately four weeks per year, primarily backup support for after-hours teleradiology
- Workload: Annual target of approximately 9,000 RVUs, adjusted for leave and administrative responsibilities
- Academic appointment: UC Irvine teaching appointment with diagnostic radiology resident supervision
- Salary: $370,000–$400,000 annually
- Incentives: Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized
- Student loan support: Eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, with potential reimbursement up to $200,000, subject to eligibility and approval
Job Responsibilities
The position offers broad diagnostic practice with emphasis on:
• Inpatient, outpatient, and ICU chest radiography
• General ultrasound
• Body CT and MR of the chest, abdomen, and pelvis
• Musculoskeletal radiography
• Low-dose CT for an established lung cancer screening program
• Imaging consultation and examination appropriateness
• Protocol development and modification based on clinical indications
• Image-quality collaboration with CT, MR, and ultrasound technologists
Fellowship-trained candidates may also help expand MSK imaging services. Candidates with appropriate training may contribute to the continued development of Nuclear Medicine services.
Academic and Professional Opportunities
• Teach and supervise rotating diagnostic radiology residents through a UC Irvine academic appointment
• Participate in multidisciplinary consultation and quality improvement
• Help develop growing subspecialty services
• Contribute to a collaborative, Veteran-centered imaging program
Qualifications
Applicants must meet applicable VA requirements, including:
• U.S. citizenship, unless an exception applies under VA policy
• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree from an appropriately approved institution
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Completion of an approved diagnostic radiology residency leading to board-certification eligibility
• Eligibility for VA appointment and clinical privilege
All fellowship-trained radiologists are encouraged to apply. MSK or Nuclear Medicine fellowship training is preferred.
Working Hours
Flexible tours: Alternative or atypical schedules may be considered
Call: Approximately four weeks per year, primarily backup support for after-hours teleradiology
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