Chief of Breast Imaging

Denver Health•Denver, CO

2d•$485,600 - $579,800•Onsite

About The Position

Denver Health, in collaboration with the University of Colorado, is seeking a Chief of Breast Imaging. This role is for a mission-driven individual with a record of clinical excellence, strong teaching abilities, and scholarly interests. The position involves clinical radiology practice, nurturing an educational program for students, residents, and fellows, and participating in research or scholarship. Denver Health offers a supportive environment with state-of-the-art facilities and numerous opportunities for growth in education, research, social media outreach, and health policy. The goal is to build a world-class breast imaging division focused on efficient, cutting-edge clinical care, a robust educational program, and a collaborative research portfolio.

Requirements

M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent medical degree
Board certification in Radiology
Eligibility for licensure in Colorado
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association
MD-Physician - State Medical Board
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.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Computer skills required.

Nice To Haves

Fellowship training and/or extensive experience in breast imaging including breast MRI and tomosynthesis preferred
Experience training and mentoring residents and fellows strongly preferred
Track record of academic and/or educational scholarship to support appointment at a rank of Associate Professor or Professor strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Clinical radiology practice
Nurturing a robust and growing educational program for students, residents, and fellows
Participating in a research or scholarship portfolio which may include clinical, health care delivery, and/or education research
Deliver the full spectrum of breast imaging services, including procedures, tomosynthesis, contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM), breast ultrasound, and breast MRI
Continuously improve and innovate breast imaging services, including expanding and advancing the breast MRI service line
Participate in the education of University of Colorado medical students, radiology and IR/DR residents, and fellows
Review and interpret medical images to determine patient status and future medical care (20%)
Determine exact images required for diagnosis and delivering orders to Radiological Technicians (20%)
Administer trace amounts of radioactive substances to create and enhance diagnostic images (10%)
Perform minimally invasive surgical techniques such as embolization, angioplasty and ablation with image guidance (10%)
Work with Primary Care Doctors, Nurses and Radiology Technicians to administer treatment and manage pain (10%)
Monitor patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary (10%)
Create a radiation treatment plan for patients with cancer (10%)
Manage radiation side effects in cancer patients (10%)

Benefits

Attractive 401(a) Social Security replacement savings program
457(b) retirement savings program
Employer matching contributions (9.5%)
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
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