Cardiothoracic Radiologist (M68190 & M89556)

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA invites applications for a full-time Cardiothoracic Radiology faculty position. You will teach medical students, residents and fellows while providing advanced imaging interpretations of cardiac CT, CTA, MR, and chest radiology in a large academic radiology department within a Level 1 Trauma Center.

The role emphasizes teaching, clinical excellence, and scholarly activity in a collaborative, diverse environment, with opportunities to contribute to Massey Cancer Center

Qualifications

• ABR certification or passing Core Component of ABR Board examination.
• Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Radiology with an interest in teaching and research.
• Eligible for Virginia medical license and permanent employment in the USA.
• Commitment to respect, professionalism and civility in a diverse academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical students, residents and fellows rotating through the Department of Radiology.
• Provide high-quality, sub-specialized imaging interpretations for assigned modalities in support of referring physicians and patients.
• Participate in scholarly activities to maintain clinical excellence with national societies.
• Engage in academic service including committees and professional growth.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Radiology

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide specialized cardiovascular imaging interpretation of conventional radiography, chest CT, HRCT, CTA, lung cancer screening, in addition to cardiac CTA and cardiovascular MR in an 865‑bed VCU Medical Center with a six‑bay Level 1 Trauma Center suite and referral center. Services are also provided by the Section for the Massey Cancer Center, Pauley Heart Center, Interstitial Lung Disease Institute, pre‑ and post‑operative lung and heart transplantation care. This full‑time cardiothoracic position will train medical students, residents and fellows within the large, highly productive academic radiology department.

Position Responsibilities

• Teaching – Provide training to medical students, residents and fellows who rotate through the Department of Radiology.
• Clinical – Provide high‑quality, sub‑specialized imaging interpretations for assigned modalities in support of the referring physicians and patients of VCUHS. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of pulmonologists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and other healthcare providers to provide accurate and timely diagnoses.
• Scholarly Activities – Faculty are encouraged to participate in activities related to national societies and organizations to maintain clinical excellence.
• Service – Time and effort is expected to be devoted to academic service‑related activities, including college, school, and departmental committee work, professional growth, and other assignments.

Qualifications

• ABR certification or documentation of passing the Core Component of the ABR Board examination.
• Be fellowship trained in Cardiothoracic Radiology and have an interest in teaching and research.
• Candidates must be eligible for a Virginia medical license and must be eligible for permanent employment in the USA.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.