Intermittent Physician - Radiologist

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)•Juneau, AK

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Physician/Radiologist provides interpretations of radiology imaging for multiple locations within the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC), working out of Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital’s Department of Radiology in Sitka Alaska and/or Ethel Lund Medical Center in Juneau. This role is responsible for interpreting diagnostic images from various modalities performed at SEARHC, including radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, Dexa, ultrasound, MRI, and computed tomography (CT). The physician exercises independent judgment, uses voice recognition systems for timely reports, and decides when direct patient care provider contact is necessary. They interpret films outside regular duty hours when contacted and are responsible for the final interpretation of these images at SEARHC. The role involves creatively working with the Department of Radiology and providers within SEARHC to shape new standard work practices and processes. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium serving the health interests of Southeast Alaska residents, prioritizing employee development and professional advancement.

Requirements

Four years of clinical experience following residency training.
Training in general diagnostic radiology, CT, MRI, mammography, and ultrasound. This may have occurred during the residency training program.
M.D. or D.O.
Satisfactory completion of AMA approved Radiology Residency and Board Certification in Radiology
Current BLS Certification
Licensed in the state of Alaska
Extensive knowledge of radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, ultrasound, CT exams, MRI, and other services offered by SEARHC.
Considerable knowledge of digitized imaging and multiple computer systems.
Skilled in accurate interpretations of radiographic, fluoroscopic, mammographic, CT, MRI and ultrasound studies.
Skilled at working independently in interpretation of these imaging modalities.
Skilled in oral and written communication.
Able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with providers, patients, computer technologist, and SEARHC staff.
Able to work independently within a small department.
Able to collaboratively work with other Radiologists and staff in purchasing new equipment.

Responsibilities

Interprets radiographic examinations including, but not limited to: spine, extremities, head, chest, abdomen and pelvis for all imaging sites at SEARHC.
Performs various fluoroscopy exams.
Performs common interventional procedures as requested/required.
Collaborates with other SEARHC radiologists to set standards for positions and views.
Interprets mammograms performed throughout SEARHC.
Interprets mobile mammography performed in remote villages in southeast Alaska.
Requests special views when needed.
Performs needle locations, and other procedures as required, of the breast.
Interprets ultrasound exams performed at SEARHC including, but not limited to, OB/GYN; abdominal; pelvic and endovaginal; small parts including breast, thyroid and scrotum; and vascular, including DVT, arterial legs and arms, carotids.
Performs needle locations of the breast and other procedures as required.
Supervises and interprets CT examinations performed at SEARHC.
Approves contrast dosage for patients.
Pre-approves all CT and MRI orders from the consortium, including remote Alaskan villages, that will be performed at Imaging locations throughout the consortium.
Participates in medical staff functions as requested, including twice weekly medical staff meetings.
Collaborates with the Chief of Radiology Services and the Administrative Director of Radiology Services to produce a corporate service plan.
Works to facilitate quality assurance reviews and meetings.
Provides educational programs as requested regarding radiologic services to the medical staff, support staff, and imaging services staff.
Serves as a consultant to other health care providers.
Performs duties in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote the most effective relationships between Imaging Services and other SEARHC departments.
Other duties as directed by the Chief, Imaging Services.