Emergency Radiologist

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Emergency Radiologist to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Radiologists Denver Health, the premier safety net institution for the city of Denver and entire Rocky Mountain region, in collaboration with the University of Colorado, is seeking an emergency radiologist at the level of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor, depending on level of experience. The ideal candidate will have a record of clinical excellence, strong teaching abilities, and scholarly interests. Responsibilities for the role include clinical radiology practice; nurturing a robust and growing educational program for students, residents, and fellows; and participating in a research or scholarship portfolio which may include clinical, health care delivery, and/or education research. This position is for in-person evening ED radiology coverage, 7 consecutive days on and 14 days off! Key position benefits: Academic trainee-driven environment – work side-by-side with a resident who triages phone calls and consults from technologists and referring providers. Work alongside another subspecialty attending with complementary training for all shifts. Modern ED reading room conveniently located on ground floor close to hospital entrance and near, but not in, the ED. “Best in KLAS” PACS, PowerScribe One (with smart impression), and Epic EMR, all integrated. Epic secure chat approved for communication of critical results and other findings. Integrated Aidoc which triages/flags positive studies and provides confidence for negative studies. Substantial and competitive CME and benefits packages (see below). 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. The Organization Denver Health is an integrated, efficient, academic health care system that is considered a model for the nation. As Colorado’s primary safety net institution, Denver Health provides the full spectrum of medical services from primary to oncologic care. Serving one third of the city of Denver, as well as patients from outside Denver, Denver Health provides primary care services via a citywide network of community health centers, school-based health clinics, and a new 7-story 293,000 square foot outpatient medical center. Inpatient services are housed in multiple campus buildings with 555 adult, pediatric, and OB/GYN beds. Denver Health is committed to serving all patients, regardless of the ability to pay. Denver Health’s emergency medicine program is nationally renowned, with over 120,000 patient visits per year, and with a nationally recognized stand-alone emergency medicine residency. Denver Health’s Level 1 Trauma Center is one of the world’s leading trauma centers and has amongst the highest survival rates in the country. The trauma center sees 18,000 patients annually, 2700 of whom are admitted, and many of whom arrive as transfers from any one of 60 regional hospitals. The trauma service is extraordinarily academically productive with millions in grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and United States Department of Defense (DoD). The seminal text “Trauma” was authored by Denver Health faculty. Denver Health is affiliated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM). All faculty at Denver Health have CU SOM appointments and are valued participants in a variety of educational, research, and clinical collaborations. Faculty have access to the academic and cultural resources of Denver Health, CU SOM, and other affiliate institutions. Position Summary: The candidate being sought will participate primarily in the interpretation of emergency and inpatient radiology services, including MR, CT, US, radiography, and occasional fluoroscopy. Given the volume and strength of the ED and trauma service at Denver Health, there is an emphasis on providing advanced, cutting edge, and highly collaborative care in the acute setting. In addition to the imaging services currently offered, Denver Health seeks to continuously improve and innovate. The position being sought is for in-person evening ED radiology coverage, 4p-12a M-F, 2p-12a Sat-Sun; 7 consecutive days on and 14 days off! Denver Health radiologists participate in the education of University of Colorado medical students, radiology and IR/DR residents, and fellows. There is a strong desire to continue to expand our educational offerings. The Department values patient-centered care and a highly collaborative work environment. There is a strong working relationship with emergency medicine, trauma surgery, hospital medicine, and other hospital-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
competent in interpretating general ED studies in on-call environment, including radiography, CT, US, and MRI modalities
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required
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 preferred with experience in emergency radiology, neuroradiology, and body imaging
Prior record of academic or educational scholarship is preferred
Experience in teaching students and/or trainees is 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
interpretation of emergency and inpatient radiology services, including MR, CT, US, radiography, and occasional fluoroscopy
education of University of Colorado medical students, radiology and IR/DR residents, and fellows

Benefits

Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
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

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