Physician - Radiology

The Section Chief of Imaging, Diagnostics Service is responsible for supervision and oversight for administrative operations and physicians within the Imaging Service. This position reports to the Chief of Diagnostics.

Basic Qualifications:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
• For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, facility officials must verify with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) that the applicant has met requirements for certification, (copy of ECFMG certificate must be provided).
• Completion of residency training, or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Current, Full Unrestricted License to practice medicine.
• Board Certification in Radiology
• 5 years supervisory experience in an Outpatient setting

Responsibilities:

• position requires 60% direct outpatient care as a member of the Radiology team; and 40% Administrative Functions.
• The incumbent is responsible for supervision and oversight for administrative operations and physicians within the Imaging Service.
• Collaborate in the development and maintenance of written policies and procedures defining operational requirements for Diagnostics Service
• Monitor Diagnostics Service performance and assess adherence to VA standards, assure quality and effectiveness of care, and meet VA performance measures.
• Conduct, monitor, and maintain OPPEs and FPPEs for radiologists.
• Develop and monitor performance/outcome metrics and conduct analysis of existing Diagnostics programs and services.
• Ensure the Diagnostics programs are compliant with all regulatory and accrediting body requirements.
• Respond to patient inquiries that arise from daily practice, through the Patient Advocate, through the front office, and by Congressional action.
• Outstanding customer service is expected.
• Adapt to changing circumstances while displaying a high degree of interpersonal skill.
• Interpret General Radiology examinations (plain film) as provided.
• Perform fluoroscopic examinations (contrast and non-contrast) with the assistance of a licensed Technologist.
• Interpret CT examinations of the head, neck, body, and extremities.
• Interpret MRI examinations of the head, neck, body, and extremities.
• Optional: Interpret routine Nuclear Medicine studies such as Bone Scan, HIDA, MUGA, Thyroid. Interpret SPECT Myocardial examinations, including stress tests.
• Participate in Quality Management activities such as film quality, clerical checks, peer review and other activities as required.
• Assist providers in performance of specialized examinations when requested.
• Optional: Perform some IR procedures.