Physician (Section Chief Radiology)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Cape Coral, FL seeks a Section Chief Radiologist to supervise the Radiology Department, manage schedules, and provide expert interpretation of CT, MRI, and Ultrasound exams.

The role includes oversight of contrast administration and ensuring adherence to hospital guidelines. You will lead radiology staff, coordinate with residents and physicians, and ensure high-quality patient care while maintaining federal employment standards and a Monday–Friday

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an approved medical school.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S. or DC.
• Board certification or eligibility in Radiology with VA eligibility requirements.
• Completion of accredited residency program in Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Interpret Routine Diagnostic CT, MRI, and Ultrasound exams.
• Perform Fluoroscopic exams as required.
• Oversee administration of contrast media per guidelines.
• Supervise Radiology Department and direct reports.
• Assist with radiologist and patient scheduling.

Skills

Diagnostic radiology supervision

Team leadership

Schedule coordination

Clinical decision making

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certification in Radiology

Tools

CT

MRI

Ultrasound

Fluoroscopy

Job description

Summary

Diagnostic Imaging Service is seeking a Section Chief Radiologist to supervise the Department - have direct reports - assist with Radiologist and patient schedules. Additionally, the Section Chief Radiologist will interpret Routine Diagnostic CT MRI and Ultrasound exams; perform Fluoroscopic exams as required; and oversee the administration of contrast media to ensure that all required protocols are within Service/Medical Center guidelines. This position is located in Cape Coral - Florida.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Basic Requirements

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• 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 one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
• Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training - approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education - the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) - in the list published for the year the residency - or fellowship if applicable - was completed
• OR (2) One year of post medical school training (internship - first year of residency - or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of post-training independent practice (performing under a full and unrestricted license) in the United States
• OR (3) Non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (performing under a full and unrestricted license) performing duties related to the position they are applying for (United States fellowships would be creditable towards this requirement) - which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the Physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Exceptions: Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• rather - they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally - surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• In rare and unusual circumstances - the Facility Director can submit a memo to the VISN Director through the VISN Chief Medical Officer - who may approve requests for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement for Physicians whose composite record of experience - accomplishments - performance - and qualifications warrant such action
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Must pass a pre-employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019
• This examination is administered by VA Occupational Health
• This position requires: light to moderate lifting (15 - 44 lbs.)
• light carrying (15 lbs
• and under)
• both hands required
• both legs required
• near vision correctable at 13"" to 16""
• far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other
• emotional stability
• mental stability
• working closely with others
• and working alone.

Duties

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program
• You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your 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 complete review of the EDRP application
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact the VISN 8 Compensation Center of Excellence at [e-mail] if you have any questions or concerns
• Learn more
• 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 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 Duties include - but are not limited to: Interpret Routine Diagnostic - CT - MRI - and Ultrasound exams Perform Fluoroscopic exams as required Oversee the administration of contrast media to ensure that all required protocols are within Service/Medical Center guidelines Supervise the Department - have direct reports - Point of Contact HR issues Assist with Radiologist schedules and patient schedules - exam protocols Instructing USF Residents Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00am- 4:30pm