Job Opportunity: Staff Radiologist
Our organization is currently in search of a Permanent, Full-Time Staff Radiologist to deliver comprehensive Diagnostic Radiology services to Veterans.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a full spectrum of diagnostic radiology services, including CT, MR, and ultrasound.
- Demonstrate proficiency in nuclear medicine, including the interpretation of general studies, cardiac studies, and PET/CT scans.
- Administer therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals such as I-131 sodium iodide, Ra-223 dichloride, and Y-90 microspheres.
- Oversee compliance with NRC regulations in collaboration with the radiation safety officer and chief nuclear medicine technologist.
- Participate in tele-radiology services and provide interpretation for cardiac nuclear studies for other facilities within the network.
Facility Overview
Our facility, with a capacity of 467 beds, spans three campuses in the Boston metropolitan area. The nuclear medicine division is part of the Radiology department and is equipped with three SPECT-CT cameras and a PET-CT scanner. We also accept referrals for therapeutic radiopharmaceutical treatments from various VA New England Healthcare System facilities.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Proficiency in both written and spoken English is essential.
- A Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Possession of a current, unrestricted medical license to practice in any U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
- Completion of residency training in an accredited core specialty program, leading to eligibility for board certification.
- Additional requirement: Certification from the American Board of Radiology.
- Preferred: Certification from the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
Working Conditions
Residents currently enrolled in accredited residency programs may qualify as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs) under specific conditions. PRPs must hold a full medical license and can only be appointed on an intermittent basis, performing restricted duties under supervision.
Benefits and Opportunities
- Compensation: Competitive salary with annual performance bonuses and regular salary increases.
- Paid Time Off: 50-55 days annually, including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and up to 5 days for continuing medical education (CME).
- Retirement: Access to a traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and a federal 401K with contributions up to 5% from the organization.
- Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options, many of which can extend into retirement.
- CME: Potential reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year (must be full-time with board certification).
- Malpractice Coverage: Free liability protection with tail coverage included.
- Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restrictions on moonlighting.
- Education Debt Reduction Program: Opportunities available for student loan repayment.
Our organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and adheres to federal laws that prohibit discrimination in employment.