Physician - Body Radiologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, seeks a Diagnostic Radiologist at the Phoenix VA Health Care System. The role includes broad image interpretation, image-guided procedures as applicable, and direct patient care within Diagnostic Radiology.

The position emphasizes education of staff and trainees, active participation in department activities, and ongoing professional development in a high-volume clinical environment.

Qualifications

• MD degree from an accredited school with eligibility to practice in the U.S.
• Board certification in Radiology and successful completion of a radiology residency.
• Knowledge of radiology orders, CPT coding, and reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive image interpretation and image-guided procedures as applicable.
• Deliver patient care in diagnostic radiology 90–100% of the time.
• Educate staff and trainees; participate in committees and research projects.

Skills

Board-certified radiologist

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Radiology residency

Tools

PACS

CT/MRI interpretation

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Join a dedicated team within the Radiology Service at the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) providing Radiology subspecialty services, inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services to Veterans across central Arizona.

Key Responsibilities

This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled. Eligible applicants will be referred on a regular basis. Position(s) listed under this Open Continuous Announcement (OCA) MAY be eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants selected for an EDRP-eligible position will be notified in their conditional job offer.

The selectee must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000), and 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. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off 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) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000-$2,500 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Position duties for a Diagnostic Radiologist (Body Radiologist position) at VA Phoenix include but are not limited to the following: Provides a broad range of image interpretation, image-guided procedures (as applicable), and patient care services within Diagnostic Radiology.

Contributes to education and training of staff and trainees and participate in committee assignments supporting clinical operations and organizational mission. Provides direct patient care in his/her specialty area 90-100% of the time.

This responsibility will include: Evaluating and prioritizing radiology orders and consults Ordering and evaluating appropriate laboratory studies Ordering hydration for CT exams Protocoling and approving complex imaging exams Timely and accurate reporting of a variety of complex imaging exams Notifying providers of critical imaging results Ensures all patient data (radiology reports, requests for laboratory studies, etc.) is entered into the patient's chart electronically including appropriate CPT codes and diagnosis.

Functions part-time as a Radiology-Educator for medical and other health care trainees including students, resident physicians and fellows as part of his/her duties as a member of the department. He/she may present formal educational material from time to time in various venues such as Grand Rounds, etc.

The incumbent will also demonstrate appropriate professional behavior and correct procedures for maintaining records, evaluating and monitoring personnel, and other administrative functions. Mentors junior faculty, fellows, and others on research projects that they wish to develop. Participates in call duties per department policy. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Requirements & Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $300000 – $400000/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-18.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.