Physician - Musculoskeletal Radiologist

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Musculoskeletal (MSK) Radiologist is responsible for providing high-quality diagnostic imaging interpretation and consultation focused on diseases and injuries involving bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues. The physician collaborates closely with orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, rheumatology, oncology, emergency medicine, primary care, and rehabilitation services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. The MSK Radiologist performs and interprets advanced musculoskeletal imaging studies, participates in multidisciplinary conferences, contributes to quality improvement initiatives, and supports educational and research activities as appropriate.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Radiology Residency
Completion of an accredited Musculoskeletal Imaging Fellowship
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology
Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure
Eligible for hospital medical staff privileges
DEA registration (if procedural practice requires)
Expertise in musculoskeletal anatomy and pathology
Advanced proficiency in MRI, CT, ultrasound, and radiography interpretation
Excellent communication skills
Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary clinical teams
Commitment to patient-centered care
Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
Strong attention to detail
Commitment to continuous quality improvement
Ability to sit for prolonged periods while reviewing imaging studies.
Visual acuity sufficient to interpret diagnostic imaging.
Ability to perform image-guided procedures requiring fine motor skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.

Nice To Haves

CAQ or advanced expertise in Musculoskeletal Imaging
Experience with advanced MRI techniques
Experience performing image-guided musculoskeletal procedures
Academic teaching experience
Research experience
Experience with AI-enabled imaging workflow tools

Responsibilities

Interpret musculoskeletal imaging examinations, including: Digital Radiography (X-ray), Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Ultrasound
Interpret general diagnostic radiology examinations as required by departmental needs.
Provide timely, accurate, and clinically relevant reports.
Communicate urgent or unexpected findings directly to referring providers.
Participate in multidisciplinary orthopedic, oncology, sports medicine, and trauma conferences.
Provide imaging consultation to referring physicians.
Participate in peer review and quality assurance activities.
May perform image-guided procedures including: Joint aspirations, Joint injections, Soft tissue aspirations, Tendon sheath injections, Bursal injections, Ultrasound-guided procedures, CT-guided musculoskeletal biopsies, Bone biopsies, Radiofrequency ablation and other minimally invasive MSK procedures (where applicable).
Collaborate with: Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Rheumatology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Emergency Medicine, Oncology, Primary Care, Pain Management, Physical Therapy.
Serve as an imaging consultant to assist with appropriate imaging utilization and clinical decision-making.
Maintain compliance with: ACR Guidelines, Joint Commission standards, CMS requirements, State and federal regulations.
Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives.
Support radiation dose optimization and MRI safety programs.
Participate in peer learning and discrepancy review programs.
Educate residents, fellows, medical students, and allied health professionals (where applicable).
Participate in continuing medical education activities.
Present educational conferences and case reviews.
Support physician and technologist education regarding musculoskeletal imaging protocols.
Participate in clinical research (Optional).
Publish scholarly work (Optional).
Present at regional or national meetings (Optional).
Support clinical trials involving musculoskeletal imaging (Optional).
Participate in departmental call rotation as assigned.
Provide after-hours consultation for urgent musculoskeletal imaging studies.
Support trauma and emergency imaging coverage as required.
Meet departmental turnaround time standards.
Maintain high report accuracy.
Participate in quality and peer review initiatives.
Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork.
Support referring physician satisfaction.
Contribute to departmental growth and service excellence.