Radiologist-Remote

MedicalVirtual; United States; Remote; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

CME reimbursement

Tailored malpractice protection

Job summary

The James J Peters VA Medical Center seeks a full-time Radiologist to provide high‑quality imaging interpretation with leadership and patient‑centered care. This role includes some administrative responsibilities within the Imaging Department and opportunities for medical student teaching.

The position supports a 100% remote work option and affiliates with major academic partners, offering a comprehensive total rewards package and a focus on veteran care.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an approved school.
• Current, full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S. (or District of Columbia).
• Board eligibility or certification in Radiology per VA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide fellowship-trained radiology services.
• Participate in department and hospital committees and teaching.
• Support 100% remote work arrangement for eligible duties.

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Summary

The James J Peters VAMC is seeking a Radiologist who possess the leadership – energy – compassion – and commitment to serve those who serve our Country. You will be given a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people – our Veterans!

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

Proficiency in spoken and written English. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/

Physical Requirements

In Accordance With VA Directive and Handbook 5019

Duties

The James J Peters VA Medical Center is seeking a full-time fellowship trained Radiologist to join its team. Duties include some administrative responsibilities within the Imaging Department and facility – participation in department and hospital wide committees – clinical duties commensurate with training – and occasional medical student educational responsibilities. Position approved for 100% remote work at James J Peters VAMC is a tertiary care facility situated on an attractive campus in the North Bronx. Hospital affiliations include the Mount Sinai School of Medicine – Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons – and the Hospital for Special Surgery. The VA is one of the largest Health Care Systems in the US and is a leader in clinical performance – medical informatics – and electronic health records.

Total Rewards Package

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

VHA Physician Total Rewards 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

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday – 8:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m.