Physician - Chief of Radiology

Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. 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) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

• The Chief of Radiology reports directly to the Associate Chief of Staff, Clinical Support Services, who reports to the Chief of Staff. The Chief of Radiology will have a broad delegation of authority to operate autonomously. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide leadership in direction for the radiology staff and its programs, to include diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, MRI, CT, and ultrasound. The Chief of Radiology Service, in conjunction with the Chief of Staff, is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, controlling, and refining a comprehensive program which provides services and technical support to meet clinical, procedural, legal and administrative requirements relating to the care and treatment of patients in a cost effective, efficient, and timely manner. Responsible for implementing VHA handbooks, Directives, policies and regulations governing a broad range of administrative aspects of the Medical Center. Participate as a member, lead or champion of process improvement teams and leadership committees such as Patient Aligned Care Team committees, Medical Executive Committee, Professional Standards Board, Peer Review Committee, etc. He or she is tasked with providing active leadership and decision making for strategic planning, the budget process, and performance improvement initiatives for the organization. Develops and administers a formal performance plan process for reviewing, appraising and continuously improving each phase of clinical and administrative activity. The incumbent is responsible for assuring that radiological services provided by this Medical Center meet the standards set by accrediting agencies to include The Joint Commission, Office of Inspectors General (OIG), SOARS, etc. The incumbent participates in the annual budget estimate for operation of his or her service and assists in the formulation of the Medical Center budget, including allocation of funds and recommendations to top management regarding staffing requirements, cost effective technological advances, equipment, projects, and supplies. Responsible for developing and implementing a viable, cost-effective organization which manages positions within FTEE and budget. Responsibility for personnel actions involving key subordinates and is responsible for effective employee/labor relations by coordinating with Human Resources. The incumbent is responsible for identifying training needs for subordinate employees and for ensuring the competency of staff for their selected positions. The incumbent will also ensure that services delivered are consistent with customer service needs and standards. Provide coverage for inpatient and outpatient care commensurate with his or her area of specialization. Patient Care 50% Administrative 50% VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Incentive available for highly qualified eligible applicant. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Authorized. 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) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHAVISN04HREDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases 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 Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: 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 Work Schedule: Full-time: Monday to Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm, (1-2 days per week in person)

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