Body Imaging Radiologist

Denver Health•Denver, CO

2d•$465,600 - $559,800•Onsite

About The Position

Denver Health, in collaboration with the University of Colorado, is seeking a Body Imaging Radiologist at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor level. This role involves clinical radiology practice, nurturing an educational program for students, residents, and fellows, and participating in research or scholarship. The ideal candidate will have a record of clinical excellence, strong teaching abilities, and scholarly interests. The position emphasizes advanced, cutting-edge, and highly collaborative care in the acute setting, with a focus on interpreting outpatient, emergency, and inpatient radiology studies including MR, CT, US, radiography, and occasional fluoroscopy. Radiologists at Denver Health participate in the education of University of Colorado medical students, radiology and IR/DR residents, and fellows, with a strong desire to expand educational offerings. The department values patient-centered care and a highly collaborative work environment with strong relationships with emergency medicine, trauma surgery, hospital medicine, surgical subspecialties, and other hospital and outpatient-based specialties.

Requirements

M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent medical degree
Board certification in Radiology
Eligibility for licensure in Colorado
Competent in all imaging modalities, including basic fluoroscopy (typically performed by an APP/resident)
Competent in interpreting general ED studies in a call environment, including radiography, CT, US, and MRI modalities
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care
Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications
Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills
Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems
Performs in a tactful and professional manner
Computer skills required
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association
MD-Physician - State Medical Board

Nice To Haves

Fellowship training in abdominal imaging, body imaging, and/or cardiothoracic imaging preferred
Prior record of academic or educational scholarship is preferred
Experience in teaching students and/or trainees is preferred
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

Responsibilities

Clinical radiology practice
Nurturing a robust and growing educational program for students, residents, and fellows
Participating in a research or scholarship portfolio
Interpretation of outpatient, emergency, and inpatient radiology studies, including MR, CT, US, radiography, and occasional fluoroscopy
Providing advanced, cutting edge, and highly collaborative care in the acute setting
Participating in the education of University of Colorado medical students, radiology and IR/DR residents, and fellows
Review and interpreted medical images to determine patient status and future medical care
Determine exact images required for diagnosis and delivering orders to Radiological Technicians
Administer trace amounts of radioactive substances to create and enhance diagnostic images
Perform minimally invasive surgical techniques such as embolization, angioplasty and ablation with image guidance
Work with Primary Care Doctors, Nurses and Radiology Technicians to administer treatment and manage pain
Monitor patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary
Create a radiation treatment plan for patients with cancer
Manage radiation side effects in cancer patients

Benefits

Substantial and competitive CME and benefits packages
Highly supportive departmental and institutional leadership committed to individual career development on either clinical or academic promotion track
Opportunities for operational and academic leadership at the hospital or SOM for motivated candidates
Departmental culture focused on radiologist well-being, including highly flexible vacation scheduling and a balanced, equitable evening and weekend call structure
Full benefits, including an attractive 401(a) Social Security replacement savings program, a 457(b) retirement savings program, and employer matching contributions (9.5%)
Dedicated academic funds cover licensing fees, Board MOC fees, conference attendance, and other academic needs
Generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs
Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development
Meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions
Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer