Chief of Radiology

Department of Veterans Affairs; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 360,000 - 440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment bonus up to 25% of salary

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days/year

Federal pension and 401k with VA

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Department of Veterans Affairs in Aurora, CO seeks a full-time Board-Certified Radiologist to lead as Chief of Radiology. The role includes supervising staff, directing imaging services, and providing diagnostic interpretations across modalities.

Emphasis on academic affiliations and program development within VA facilities. The candidate should be an excellent leader and communicator, with adaptability for a large, established medical center and a strong teaching presence for residents and

Qualifications

• Board-certified radiologist with MD/DO.
• Three years of imaging leadership experience.
• U.S. medical license (full and unrestricted).
• U.S. Citizenship or eligible per VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise radiology health care professionals and allied staff.
• Plan, develop, and direct general radiology, CT, Ultrasound, MRI, Mammography, Interventional radiology, and nuclear medicine operations.
• Interpret radiology studies (MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, fluoroscopy).
• Support teaching programs and clinical affiliations within Imaging Service.

Skills

leadership

communication

team player

adaptability

Education

MD/DO

Board-certified Radiologist

Job description

Lead our Radiology team in Aurora, Colorado!

The Rocky Mountain Regional Medical Center, Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Aurora, Colorado is seeking a full-time Board-Certified Radiologist to be our Chief of Radiology.

Contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program.

Must be an excellent leader, communicator, and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a large, well-established medical center.

Supervise a variety of radiology health care professionals and allied staff including, but not limited to, physicians, technologists, nurses, and administrative staff.

Contribute to the planning, developing, and directing the general radiology, CT, Ultrasound, MRI, Mammography, Interventional radiology, and nuclear medicine operations of the Imaging Service (Fiscal, budgeting, operational, compliance, etc.).

Serve in the clinical role of a diagnostic radiologist, interpreting the different types of radiology studies performed by the Radiology Service (MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, general radiology, and fluoroscopy. May provide services in other clinical areas as trained/privileged such as breast imaging or interventional radiology).

Support academic affiliations in technologists, radiologic assistants, medical students, residents, and other teaching programs that involve the Imaging Service. Provide clinical experience, cognitive development, and other aspects of effective teaching.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay: up to $400,000 annually.
• Recruitment Bonus: Up to 25% of your annual salary.
• Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Eligible to highly qualified candidates.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.
• Paid-Time Off: 50 - 55 days of annual paid-time offer per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays per year and possible 5-day paid absence for CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401k with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement.
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting.

Preferred Experience:

• Three years of imaging leadership experience.
• Specialization in either Neuroradiology, Nuclear Medicine, MSK, or Mammography.
• Three years' experience in the specialized imaging area of expertise.

Employment Requirements:

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory. Must maintain a current, full, active, and unrestricted license.
• U.S. Citizenship required: non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

Why should you choose Aurora?

Living in Aurora, Colorado provides a range of benefits, especially for those working at the VA or seeking a high quality of life. As part of the Denver metro area, Aurora offers convenient access to city amenities with generally more affordable housing and less congestion. The city boasts a diverse and welcoming community, excellent outdoor recreational opportunities, top-tier healthcare facilities like the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center and Anschutz Medical Campus, and good schools. With strong job prospects, ample transportation options, and family-friendly activities year-round, Aurora is an ideal place to enjoy a balanced, active, and affordable lifestyle.