U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Physician - Diagnostic Radiologist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Physician - Diagnostic Radiologist
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Base Pay Range $350,000.00 – $400,000.00 per year
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. To qualify, you must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.
Qualifications
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 from a school 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, Commonwealth of the United States, or District of Columbia
Residency Training: Completed residency approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
Residency options: (a) ACGME-accredited; (b) AOA-accredited; or (c) Other non‑US residency followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States deemed appropriate by the local Medical Staff Executive Committee
Residents currently enrolled in an ACGME or AOA accredited residency program who meet the basic requirements may be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs)
PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis; they are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged but have a scope of practice that allows certain restricted duties under supervision
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred Experience : • Proficient in Body Imaging (including prostate MR and prostate PET) • Proficient in Vascular Imaging (CT and MR angiography, including runoff studies preferred) • Proficient in Thoracic Imaging – specifically lung cancer screening and oncologic imaging • Board Certified or board‑eligible in Radiology. More information on this qualification standard can be found at https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: • Moderate lifting – 15–44 pounds • Moderate carrying – 15–44 pounds • Reaching above shoulder • Use of fingers • Both hands required • Walking – 6 hrs • Standing – 6 hrs • Repeated bending – 2–4 hrs • Both eyes required • Depth perception • Ability to distinguish basic colors • Ability to distinguish shades of colors • Hearing (aid permitted) • Mental/Emotional Stability • Ability to perform privileges – Independently perform physical exam • Cognitive Stability
Duties
Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
EDRP Authorized – former EDRP participants are ineligible for incentive
Contact: visn15edrp@va.gov – EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Compensation: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays and up to 5 days paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution
Health benefits: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care (many federal programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory
Continuing Medical Education: 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; VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
Radiologist responsibilities: • Interpret diagnostic radiologic studies across modalities (CT, general radiography, fluoroscopy, MRI, nuclear medicine, DEXA, ultrasonography) • Perform imaging‑guided biopsies and drainages, pain procedures, paracentesis, thoracentesis, lumbar puncture, and arthrography (desired but not required) • Participate in academic appointments, training, mentoring, and supervision of radiology residents • Perform formal study interpretation, radiologic procedures, conference and tumor board representation, and professional consultation • Attend staff meetings and facility‑level committees or boards when assigned • Maintain VA training and credentialing requirements, including FPPE/OPPE, peer review, and protection of PHI • Facilitate clinic staff productivity and maintain acceptable personal clinical productivity as determined by national goals and the Service Chief • Review and establish imaging protocols and appropriate preps, medication, and contrast administration; oversee technologists and ensure patient safety • Utilize interpersonal and communication skills to build professional relationships with patients, families, and other health‑care team members
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Base Pay Range $350,000.00 – $400,000.00 per year
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. To qualify, you must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.
Qualifications
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 from a school 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, Commonwealth of the United States, or District of Columbia
Residency Training: Completed residency approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
Residency options: (a) ACGME-accredited; (b) AOA-accredited; or (c) Other non‑US residency followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States deemed appropriate by the local Medical Staff Executive Committee
Residents currently enrolled in an ACGME or AOA accredited residency program who meet the basic requirements may be appointed as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs)
PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis; they are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged but have a scope of practice that allows certain restricted duties under supervision
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Preferred Experience : • Proficient in Body Imaging (including prostate MR and prostate PET) • Proficient in Vascular Imaging (CT and MR angiography, including runoff studies preferred) • Proficient in Thoracic Imaging – specifically lung cancer screening and oncologic imaging • Board Certified or board‑eligible in Radiology. More information on this qualification standard can be found at https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements: • Moderate lifting – 15–44 pounds • Moderate carrying – 15–44 pounds • Reaching above shoulder • Use of fingers • Both hands required • Walking – 6 hrs • Standing – 6 hrs • Repeated bending – 2–4 hrs • Both eyes required • Depth perception • Ability to distinguish basic colors • Ability to distinguish shades of colors • Hearing (aid permitted) • Mental/Emotional Stability • Ability to perform privileges – Independently perform physical exam • Cognitive Stability
Duties
Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
EDRP Authorized – former EDRP participants are ineligible for incentive
Contact: visn15edrp@va.gov – EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Compensation: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays and up to 5 days paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution
Health benefits: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care (many federal programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory
Continuing Medical Education: 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; VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
Radiologist responsibilities: • Interpret diagnostic radiologic studies across modalities (CT, general radiography, fluoroscopy, MRI, nuclear medicine, DEXA, ultrasonography) • Perform imaging‑guided biopsies and drainages, pain procedures, paracentesis, thoracentesis, lumbar puncture, and arthrography (desired but not required) • Participate in academic appointments, training, mentoring, and supervision of radiology residents • Perform formal study interpretation, radiologic procedures, conference and tumor board representation, and professional consultation • Attend staff meetings and facility‑level committees or boards when assigned • Maintain VA training and credentialing requirements, including FPPE/OPPE, peer review, and protection of PHI • Facilitate clinic staff productivity and maintain acceptable personal clinical productivity as determined by national goals and the Service Chief • Review and establish imaging protocols and appropriate preps, medication, and contrast administration; oversee technologists and ensure patient safety • Utilize interpersonal and communication skills to build professional relationships with patients, families, and other health‑care team members
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