UNIV - PGY-6 Fellow (Non-ACGME Resident) - Cardiothoracic Radiology - Department of Radiology

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Radiology at the Medical University of South Carolina is actively recruiting for a PGY-6 Fellow to work with cardiothoracic and cardiovascular radiology faculty in the performance and interpretation of cardiothoracic and cardiovascular examinations, i.e., x-ray, CT, and MR. Time will be spent 50/50 between cardiovascular and thoracic imaging. Clinical work will be performed in the MUSC Main Hospital and MUSC Ashley River Tower on-campus site. Fellows work closely with referring physicians so that appropriate studies are performed. Participation in resident and medical student teaching is also required. In addition to being active team members of the cardiac and thoracic reading rooms, fellows also participate in ongoing research projects under the supervision of the cardiothoracic faculty. Fellows obtain hands-on training in 4D image post-processing of CTAs and MRIs, including pre and post-procedural imaging of novel cardiac devices such as TAVR and LVADs. The clinical teaching is complemented by interdisciplinary conferences.

Requirements

MD degree
Completion of radiology residency training.
Must hold USMLE Steps, I, II, and III, and valid ECFMG certificate
Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.
Ability to perform job functions in a seated position.
Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile.
Ability to climb stairs.
Ability to climb ladders.
Ability to work indoors.
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.
Ability to bend at the waist.
Ability to twist at the waist.
Ability to squat and perform job functions.
Ability to perform 'pinching' operations.
Ability to fully use both hands/arms.
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
Ability to fully use both legs.
Ability to reach in all directions.
Possess good finger dexterity.
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.
Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted.
Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted.
Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted.
Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted.
Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted.
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected.
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand.
Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance.
Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
Good peripheral vision capabilities.
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.
Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills.
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to maintain a valid drivers license.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work rotating shifts.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Responsibilities

Work with cardiothoracic and cardiovascular radiology faculty in the performance and interpretation of cardiothoracic and cardiovascular examinations, i.e., x-ray, CT, and MR.
Spend time 50/50 between cardiovascular and thoracic imaging.
Perform clinical work in the MUSC Main Hospital and MUSC Ashley River Tower on-campus site.
Work closely with referring physicians so that appropriate studies are performed.
Participate in resident and medical student teaching.
Participate in ongoing research projects under the supervision of the cardiothoracic faculty.
Obtain hands-on training in 4D image post-processing of CTAs and MRIs, including pre and post-procedural imaging of novel cardiac devices such as TAVR and LVADs.
Participate in interdisciplinary conferences.

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