Physician Tele-Radiologist

Tele-Radiologist Physician

Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is recruiting for a full-time permanent Tele-Radiologist Physician. This opportunity is a pillar of the institution and boasts a strong clinical and teaching reputation in the region. We are looking for physician candidates interested in personal growth and career development in our mission arms of excellent care for our nation's heroes, our veterans. Shreveport-Bossier boasts elegant Southern charm and a relaxed attitude that suggests you kick your boots off and stay a while to enjoy year-round festivals, Vegas-style gaming, great local dining experiences, live music, and family attractions.

Job Description

• Starting base salary: $300,000 - $400,000 per year
• Daily schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Provides overflow interpretation services to remote client locations.
• Interprets diagnostic digital radiography, CT, MRI, and US examinations of the head, spine, neck, body, extremities, and internal organs as appropriate.
• Accesses studies for interpretation through the VISN 16 Picture Archiving and Communications System(s) and reports findings electronically.
• Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data.
• Uses word processing software to execute several office automation functions.
• Performs lab review, identifying abnormalities according to established guidelines.

Requirements

• Current, full, and unrestricted license from any U.S. State.
• Preferred: Board certification or eligible in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Preferred: Cross Sectional Body Imaging preferred.
• Preferred: Sub-Specialty Board Certification.

Benefits

• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Assistance with payment of outstanding medical school loans.
• 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.
• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification).
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
• Possible recruitment or relocation incentives.