Heersink School of Medicine-Open Rank-Radiology (Hybrid and/or in-person Radiologist in Breast Imaging and Intervention)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Portal•Birmingham, AL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Radiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a fellowship-trained breast radiologist to join its Breast Imaging section. This is a high-volume clinical service interpreting over 45,000 breast imaging examinations and procedures annually. The section offers the full spectrum of breast imaging services, including mammography, ultrasound, breast MRI, contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM), image-guided localizations, and galactography. They are also innovative, offering breast cryoablation as a minimally invasive treatment option and a dedicated granulomatous mastitis service for intralesional steroid injections. The section is an ACR-designated Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center, actively engaged in national clinical trials and research in breast MRI, CEM, and AI-driven imaging innovations. The Breast Imaging Section operates within a comprehensive Breast Health Center, collaborating closely with breast surgery, oncology, pathology, and radiation oncology. The academic mission includes teaching medical students and residents, with fellowship positions available. The Department of Radiology has 109 faculty members and is part of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a leading research university and academic medical center.

Requirements

Fellowship-trained breast radiologist.
ABR-Certified or eligible (passed core examinations and on track to take the certifying examination).
Breast fellowship training or equivalent experience in breast imaging.
Eligible to practice medicine in Alabama.
Willingness to collaborate.
Strong affinity for teaching.
Demonstrated leadership success.

Nice To Haves

An established record of scholarly work is valued.

Responsibilities

Interpret over 45,000 breast imaging examinations and procedures annually, including screening mammograms, breast MRI examinations, and image-guided breast biopsies.
Provide the full spectrum of breast imaging services, including mammography, ultrasound, breast MRI, contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM), image-guided localizations, and galactography.
Participate in innovative treatments such as breast cryoablation.
Provide multidisciplinary evaluation and management for granulomatous mastitis.
Engage in major national and multi-institutional clinical trials.
Conduct research in breast MRI, CEM, and artificial intelligence-driven imaging innovations.
Collaborate within a comprehensive Breast Health Center with breast surgery, oncology, pathology, and radiation oncology.
Participate in multidisciplinary conferences.
Contribute to the education and mentorship of medical students and residents.
Potentially take on departmental leadership roles for those with proven skills.