Diagnostic Radiologist: Lead Imaging & Protocol Innovation

Defense Health Agency; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 223,077 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Health Agency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda seeks a Radiologist to interpret MRI, CT, ultrasound, and other imaging modalities. The role includes supervising clinical care plans, reviewing transferred studies for diagnostic accuracy, and instructing residents in technique and projection.

The position supports a standard 0830-1630 schedule with occasional evening, overnight, and weekend call, under a DHA umbrella with federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, active medical license in the United States (or DC/PR/territory).
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited US/Canada program.
• Residency in Diagnostic Radiology completed and board-eligible/board-certified preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret diagnostic imaging exams (MRI, CT, Ultrasound, radiographs, fluoroscopy, mammography, nuclear medicine).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to direct patient care plans.
• Re-evaluate studies transferred from other facilities for diagnostic accuracy.
• Instruct radiology staff in technique, positioning and projection.
• Oversee imaging service protocols and implement new clinical practices and research protocols.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging interpretation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical supervision

Resident instruction

Education

MD or DO (US/Canada accredited)

Job description

Defense Health Agency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda seeks a Radiologist to interpret MRI, CT, ultrasound, and other imaging modalities. The role includes supervising clinical care plans, reviewing transferred studies for diagnostic accuracy, and instructing residents in technique and projection.

The position supports a standard 0830-1630 schedule with occasional evening, overnight, and weekend call, under a DHA umbrella with federal benefits.