Physician - Diagnostic Radiology

Medical Billing and CodingMedical Billing and CodingFull TimeRemote

Location

United States

Posted

18 days ago

Salary

Not specified

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

The VACIHS is seeking a full-time Physician - Diagnostic Radiology. The incumbent is responsible for providing quality and Veteran centered imaging services within this Medical Center. This position is remote. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. The Physician - Diagnostic Radiology supports the Veteran Integrated Service Network (VISN) mission, vision and values, while operating in accordance with Veterans Health Administration (VHA) policies, facility and VISN policies, and standards of federal professional and accrediting agencies external to VHA including The Joint Commission (T JC). Performs duties and responsibilities of a radiologist in the areas of general radiology, CT, MRI, ultrasound, DEXA, nuclear medicine and PET/CT as provided and privileged. Performs ultrasound examinations of the internal organs, thyroid, scrotum, and vascular exams such as carotids. Interprets nuclear medicine studies such as bone scan, HIDA, MUGA, thyroid, and cardiac as privileged. Provides PET/CT interpretations. Participates in and supports performance improvement activities, including, but not limited to, external review programs, internal peer review programs, and accreditation requirements. Provides accurate, concise, timely documentation of care in the electronic medical record (Computerized Patient Record System - CPRS) on each patient care occurrence. Ensures communication for direct patient care is accomplished among imaging staff and providers including critical results communication. Participates in Quality Management activities such as image quality, clerical checks, peer review, Tumor Board and other activities as required. May be asked to review imaging policy and procedures and recommend updates or changes to the Chief of Imaging for implementation. Participates in education of facility and Imaging staff and students from affiliated programs. Supports and participates in continuous learning and self-development. Stays abreast of advances in imaging services.

Job Requirements

  • Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine.
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • 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.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English

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