Physician - Musculoskeletal Radiologist

American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine; New Orleans (LA); Remote; USD 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks an experienced MSK Radiologist to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging focused on bones, joints, muscles, and soft tissues. You will collaborate with orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, rheumatology, and oncology to deliver patient-centered care.

The role involves interpreting X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound, participating in multidisciplinary conferences, and contributing to education and research.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and board eligibility in radiology.
• Residency in Diagnostic Radiology completed.
• Musculoskeletal Imaging fellowship completed.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology.
• DEA registration if required for procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interpret musculoskeletal imaging examinations (XR, CT, MRI, ultrasound).
• Provide timely, accurate radiology reports and communicate urgent findings.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences with orthopedics, sports medicine, rheumatology, oncology, and trauma.
• Perform image-guided procedures (e.g., injections, aspirations, biopsies) when needed.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize imaging utilization and patient care.
• Engage in quality improvement, education, and research activities.

Skills

Musculoskeletal imaging

MRI interpretation

CT interpretation

Ultrasound interpretation

Communication

Team collaboration

Quality improvement

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Radiology Residency

Completion of an accredited Musculoskeletal Imaging Fellowship

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology

DEA registration (if procedural practice requires)

Tools

CAQ in Musculoskeletal Imaging

Experience with advanced MRI techniques

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

The Musculoskeletal (MSK) Radiologist is responsible for providing high-quality diagnostic imaging interpretation and consultation focused on diseases and injuries involving bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues. The physician collaborates closely with orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, rheumatology, oncology, emergency medicine, primary care, and rehabilitation services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

The MSK Radiologist performs and interprets advanced musculoskeletal imaging studies, participates in multidisciplinary conferences, contributes to quality improvement initiatives, and supports educational and research activities as appropriate.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Interpret musculoskeletal imaging examinations, including:
  • Digital Radiography (X-ray)
  • Computed Tomography (CT)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Ultrasound
• Interpret general diagnostic radiology examinations as required by departmental needs.
• Provide timely, accurate, and clinically relevant reports.
• Communicate urgent or unexpected findings directly to referring providers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary orthopedic, oncology, sports medicine, and trauma conferences.
• Provide imaging consultation to referring physicians.
• Participate in peer review and quality assurance activities.

Procedural Responsibilities

May perform image-guided procedures including:

• Joint aspirations
• Joint injections
• Soft tissue aspirations
• Tendon sheath injections
• Bursal injections
• Ultrasound-guided procedures
• CT-guided musculoskeletal biopsies
• Bone biopsies
• Radiofrequency ablation and other minimally invasive MSK procedures (where applicable)

Collaboration

Collaborate with:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Rheumatology
• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Emergency Medicine
• Oncology
• Primary Care
• Pain Management
• Physical Therapy

Serve as an imaging consultant to assist with appropriate imaging utilization and clinical decision-making.

Quality & Safety

• Maintain compliance with:
  • ACR Guidelines
  • Joint Commission standards
  • CMS requirements
  • State and federal regulations
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives.
• Support radiation dose optimization and MRI safety programs.
• Participate in peer learning and discrepancy review programs.

Education

• Educate residents, fellows, medical students, and allied health professionals (where applicable).
• Participate in continuing medical education activities.
• Present educational conferences and case reviews.
• Support physician and technologist education regarding musculoskeletal imaging protocols.

Research (Optional)

Depending on organizational expectations:

• Participate in clinical research.
• Publish scholarly work.
• Present at regional or national meetings.
• Support clinical trials involving musculoskeletal imaging.

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Radiology Residency
• Completion of an accredited Musculoskeletal Imaging Fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure
• Eligible for hospital medical staff privileges
• DEA registration (if procedural practice requires)

Preferred

• CAQ or advanced expertise in Musculoskeletal Imaging
• Experience with advanced MRI techniques
• Experience performing image-guided musculoskeletal procedures
• Academic teaching experience
• Research experience
• Experience with AI-enabled imaging workflow tools

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expertise in musculoskeletal anatomy and pathology
• Advanced proficiency in MRI, CT, ultrasound, and radiography interpretation
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Commitment to patient-centered care
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement

Work Environment

• Hospital-based imaging departments
• Outpatient imaging centers
• Academic medical centers
• Remote/teleradiology interpretation as applicable

Call Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental call rotation as assigned.
• Provide after-hours consultation for urgent musculoskeletal imaging studies.
• Support trauma and emergency imaging coverage as required.

Performance Expectations

The MSK Radiologist will:

• Meet departmental turnaround time standards.
• Maintain high report accuracy.
• Participate in quality and peer review initiatives.
• Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork.
• Support referring physician satisfaction.
• Contribute to departmental growth and service excellence.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods while reviewing imaging studies.
• Visual acuity sufficient to interpret diagnostic imaging.
• Ability to perform image-guided procedures requiring fine motor skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.

Core Competencies

• Clinical Excellence
• Diagnostic Accuracy
• Patient-Centered Care
• Collaboration
• Professionalism
• Communication
• Quality Improvement
• Innovation
• Education
• Accountability

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