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University of Southern California

Clinical Physician, Radiologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Full Time 8 Hour Days (

University of Southern California, Los Angeles

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Performs medical services and performs other related work as required for the well being of patients at a medical facility. Specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging (radiology) procedures (exams / tests) such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET) and ultrasound. Obtains patient history and performs a complete or focused physical examination and procedures, as needed.

  • Performs medical assessments of patients. Diagnoses and treats injuries and diseases using medical imaging (radiology) procedures (exams / tests) such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET) and ultrasound. Establishes and monitors a medically appropriate level of care for patients. Stresses health education and preventive medical care, where appropriate.
  • Obtains complete or focused medical histories from patients. Performs appropriate physical examinations, as situation dictates. Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records and prepares reports, as needed.
  • Devises diagnostic treatment plans to address patients' medical needs. Orders laboratory and radiologic tests. Interprets laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, etc. tests. Prescribes and administers medications, vaccines, and other treatments, as needed.
  • Interprets and reports on the resulting images, recommending treatment and, only when appropriate, additional tests.
  • Acts as an expert consultant to referring physicians by providing assistance with proper exams and directing radiology technologists in properly performing quality exams.
  • Identifies unstable or high-level care patients and makes arrangements for transfer to appropriate facilities. Refers patients for medical and/or other treatment, when appropriate.
  • Ensures compliance with regulatory, legal, and departmental requirements. Ensures compliance with documentation requirements as specified by JCAHO and other accrediting agencies.
  • Maintains professional affiliations, licenses, certifications, etc. Stays current on developments in the field of medicine.
  • Attends and participates in patient care meetings, clinic meetings, and other events, as required.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Required Qualifications:

  • MD Degree in Medicine or D.O. Degree in Medicine.
  • 1 year Experience as M.D. or D.O.
  • ER Diagnostic Radiology experience.
  • Ability to provide diagnostic treatment and counseling services.
  • Proficient in general radiology techniques, including X-ray, MRI, and ultrasound.
  • Ability to analyze situations and take effective action.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with supervisors, physicians, nurses, other staff, students, patients, and their families.
  • Possess a high degree of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2 years Experience as M.D. or D.O.

Required Licenses / Certifications:

  • Medical Doctor Current valid license/certification to practice medicine in the state of California.
  • Specialty Certification by The American Board of Radiology, in radiology and/or a subspecialty, such as nuclear medicine, therapeutic radiology, or interventional radiology.
  • Fire Life Safety Training (LA City): If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

The annual base salary range for this position is $246,471.00 - $406,678.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is a smoke-free environment.

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at (emailprotected). Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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