UNIV - Nuclear Radiologist - Open Rank - Department of Radiology

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Nuclear Imaging Radiologist to join their dynamic Radiology Department. This role offers the opportunity to engage in diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT, and Nuclear Cardiology services, with a focus on advancing the theranostics program. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and a passion for teaching and research. Located in Charleston, SC, a city known for its rich history and vibrant culture, this position promises a fulfilling career in a supportive academic environment. Join a team dedicated to excellence in education, patient care, and innovative research.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

State-of-the-art equipment

Outstanding residency program

At-home workstations for faculty

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills in nuclear medicine and PET/CT imaging required.
• Residency or fellowship training in Nuclear Medicine is essential.

Responsibilities

• Cover all aspects of diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine services.
• Participate in growing the theranostics program, teaching, and research.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine

PET/CT Imaging

Clinical Skills

Teaching

Research Activities

Education

M.D./D.O. degree

Residency training in radiology/nuclear medicine

Certification by American Board of Radiology/Nuclear Medicine

Tools

Sectra PACs

PowerScribe Dictation

EPIC system

Siemens PET-CT and SPECT-CT equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary

Nuclear Imaging Radiologist

The Department of Radiology is seeking candidates at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level to cover all aspects of diagnostic and therapeutic General Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT, and Nuclear Cardiology services. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills in both nuclear medicine and PET/CT imaging and is interested in actively participating in growing our theranostics program, teaching, and research activities.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty

Cost Center

CC004539 COM RAD Nuclear Medicine CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Department of Radiology is seeking candidates at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level to cover all aspects of diagnostic and therapeutic General Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT, and Nuclear Cardiology services. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills in both nuclear medicine and PET/CT imaging and is interested in actively participating in growing our theranostics program, teaching, and research activities.

MUSC Requirements:

The position requires minimum training of an M.D./D.O. degree and completion of residency training in radiology/nuclear medicine. Certification (or eligibility) by the American Board of Radiology or the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Applicant must have a residency or fellowship training in Nuclear Medicine and the ability to obtain a permanent South Carolina medical license before starting the position.

Highlights of the division and department:

1. Recently installed Sectra PACs with fully integrated PowerScribe Dictation and EPIC system
2. At-home workstations for faculty allowing flexible work schedules
3. Outstanding radiology residency program with 4-5 residents per month on service
4. State-of-the-art PET-CT and SPECT-CT Siemens equipment
5. Nuclear Medicine residency program
6. MUSC’s Hollings Cancer Center is an NCI Designated Cancer Center and recipient of the ACR’s Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence accreditation

The Radiology Department consists of 55 faculty, including 6 physicists and Ph.D. faculty, and 3 nuclear radiologists. There are 44 Diagnostic Radiology residents, 8 Interventional/Diagnostic Radiology residents, 4 Independent Interventional residents, and one nuclear medicine resident. There are 4 ACGME fellowships in neuroradiology and non-ACGME fellowships, 3 in breast imaging/mammography, 1 in MSK, 3 in body imaging, and 2 in cardiothoracic. The department does 400,000 examinations a year and is growing at 7-9% per year.

Charleston, SC, is frequently named one of the best places in America to live, and it’s easy to see why. This charming coastal city offers residents a unique mix of history, culture, arts, innovation, and natural beauty. In Charleston, you can explore miles of pristine beaches and waterways in the morning and wind your way along shaded cobblestone streets, exploring centuries-old historic homes in the afternoon. At night, visit one of Charleston’s many award-winning restaurants to enjoy traditional Lowcountry cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Charleston is a place where you can live your life to its fullest.

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Founded in 1824, the Medical University of South Carolina continues the tradition of excellence in education, research, and patient care. MUSC educates and trains more than 3,000 students and nearly 800 residents in six colleges and has more than 17,000 employees. As the state’s only integrated academic health sciences center and largest non-federal employer in Charleston, the university and its affiliates have collective annual budgets of over $3.2 billion, with an annual economic impact of nearly $4 billion and annual research funding of over $284 million.

As the clinical health system of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care available while training generations of competent, compassionate healthcare providers to serve the people of South Carolina and beyond. Comprising some 1,600 beds, more than 100 outreach sites, the MUSC College of Medicine, the physicians’ practice plan, and nearly 275 telehealth locations. In 2020, for the sixth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and C.V. to: Saeed Elojeimy, M.D./Ph.D., Associate Professor and Division Director of Nuclear Medicine, at [e-mail].

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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