Physician (Diagnostic Radiology)

Veterans Health Administration • Miami, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Miami VA Healthcare System’s Diagnostic Imaging Service is seeking an experienced physician in diagnostic radiology to contribute to quality care and the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. The physician will interpret routine diagnostic, CT, MRI, and ultrasound examinations; perform fluoroscopic examinations as required; and oversee contrast-media administration to ensure protocols comply with Service and Medical Center guidelines. The role may include fluoroscopic or CT-guided procedures and other interventional procedures. The physician will work with other doctors to diagnose conditions and develop treatment plans, and may teach or supervise USF residents. Staff participate in departmental decision-making and bring varied clinical expertise to support care for Veterans and the department’s development.

This is an open continuous announcement, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Eligible applicants are referred weekly. The position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, subject to individual eligibility and program approval. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor, and the incumbent may be required to work different shifts temporarily or permanently based on facility or patient-care needs.

The VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, regular salary increases, paid time off, federal retirement benefits, insurance, possible CME reimbursement, and malpractice protection with tail coverage. Relocation assistance is not authorized. There is no physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an appropriately approved or accredited institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Completion of qualifying residency training in Diagnostic Radiology, Nuclear Radiology, Mammography, or Breast Imaging, or qualifying equivalent training and practice as described in the announcement.
• Board certification in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• U.S. citizenship, except that non-citizens may be appointed when recruiting qualified citizens is not possible under VA policy.
• Pass a pre-employment physical examination; the position also requires compliance with VA health-care personnel seasonal influenza vaccination requirements.
• Meet applicable pre-employment screening, background investigation, onboarding, and other VA employment conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Subspecialty fellowship training, such as interventional radiology or neuroradiology, leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Academic experience or an academic appointment; VA physicians involved in academic training programs may need board certification for faculty status.
• Experience with fluoroscopic or CT-guided procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interpret routine diagnostic, CT, MRI, and ultrasound examinations and provide detailed reports of findings.
• Perform fluoroscopic examinations as required and, where applicable, fluoroscopic or CT-guided procedures and other interventional procedures such as biopsies and angiographies.
• Oversee administration of contrast media and ensure protocols comply with Service and Medical Center guidelines.
• Consult with patients to understand their health concerns.
• Work with other physicians to diagnose conditions and develop treatment plans.
• Teach and/or supervise USF residents, as applicable.
• Perform additional administrative duties and participate in departmental decision-making.

Benefits

• Education Debt Reduction Program eligibility, with an award of up to $200,000 subject to program review and approval.
• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases.
• 50–55 days of paid time off per year, comprising 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possibly five paid CME days.
• Traditional federal pension with five-year vesting and federal 401(k) with up to 5% in VA contributions.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance; many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement.
• Possible reimbursement of $1,000 per year for CME, subject to full-time employment and board certification.
• Free liability protection with tail coverage.
• No significant restriction on moonlighting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree