The Hampton VA HealthCare System has a new job opportunity – Recruiting for Physician – Radiologist. Come join the Hampton, VA
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Job description
If you love the beach, enjoy music/art, and appreciate the military-look no further & come care for veterans as a Radiologist in our Hampton VA Medical Center in Hampton, VA, Chesapeake, VA or Virginia Beach, VA!
VA Careers has resources to empower you on your journey to finding a fulfilling career at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In the largest healthcare system in the country, our providers and support staff help 9 million veterans achieve their health each year. VA provides physicians with the resources and support to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care across a wide range of specialties. From cutting-edge medical technology to collaborative care teams, our doctors have everything they need to thrive and make a meaningful impact on veterans’ lives.
The Western Branch Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (WBCBOC) is scheduled to open in April 2025. Those hired for these positions will be required to work at the VA Medical Center or one of the other CBOCs (management determination based on need) until the WBCBOC opens. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
Job Responsibilities
The Radiologist shall provide professional (physician) guidance for all necessary imaging services. Approximately 100,000 examinations are performed annually, including a customary mix of Computer Tomography (CT), Ultrasound (general and vascular), Plain Film and Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, Pet/CT, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography and Nuclear Medicine exams. The Radiologist shall provide reading, interpretation & submission of radiology reports as required by the VA, with supplemental support from on-site or remote teleradiology services.
Radiologists shall provide routine and emergent radiology services to all VA patients referred by the VA regardless of diagnosis, race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, and place of residence.
Radiologist shall provide all necessary consultative imaging services, including pre-procedural evaluations, informed consent, assessment, & documentation of findings & follow-up notes.
The Radiologist must be available for consultation to Medical Center physicians for all cases performed.
The Radiologist shall keep all information concerning VA beneficiaries confidential. Information will not be disclosed to any person, except as authorized in writing and according to all applicable laws.
Interprets general radiology examinations (plain film) as provided. Performs fluoroscopic examinations (contrast and non-contrast) with the assistance of a licensed Technologist.
Assists providers in the performance of specialized examinations when requested.
Performs light interventional radiology procedures that includes but not limited to needle biopsies (liver biopsies, thyroid FNAs), thoracentesis, paracentesis, joint injection/aspirations, breast biopsies/aspirations, and ultrasound-guided procedures.
Other procedures to include lung/bone/bone marrow sampling are desirable, but not mandatory. Interpreting CT examinations of the head, neck, body, and some extremities, including CT angiograms.
Interprets ultrasound examinations of the internal organs, thyroid, and scrotum.
Interprets routine nuclear Medicine studies such as bone scan, HIDA, MUGA and thyroid; beneficial but not imperative.
Interprets SPECT myocardial examinations, including stress tests; beneficial but not imperative.
Participates in Quality Management activities such as film quality, clerical checks, peer review and other activities as required.
Participates in call rotation on evenings, weekends, shift telework rotation and holidays.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology preferred.
• Subspeciality fellowship desirable.
• Academic affiliations with MAHEC, AB Tech and Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Radiography and US technologist student, medical student, and internal medicine resident rotations.
• Additional comments
• The Imaging Service has a collegial atmosphere that fosters a rewarding practice to provide optimal care to veterans.
Working Hours
• Daily schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30pm.
• Night and weekend call distributed on an equitable basis with other staff.
Skills
This position will report to the Assistant Chief of Imaging Service.
• Hospital-based practice.
• Practice Environment Description: 78,213 RVU FY2024 & 12,724 RVU 1st Qtr. FY2025
• Non-Supervisory.
• Call rotation serves as contingency for teleradiology service and covers weekends/holidays 8:00am-11:00am.