Summary

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.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Basic Requirements:

• 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 resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools 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 - 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
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the accrediting bodies for graduate medical education - the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) - in the list published for the year the residency - or fellowship if applicable - was completed
• OR (2) One year of post medical school training (internship - first year of residency - or transitional year residency) approved by ACGME or AOA followed by two years of post-training independent practice (performing under a full and unrestricted license) in the United States
• OR (3) Non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the United States (performing under a full and unrestricted license) performing duties related to the position they are applying for (United States fellowships would be creditable towards this requirement) - which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the Physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Exceptions: Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• rather - they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally - surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• In rare and unusual circumstances - the Facility Director can submit a memo to the VISN Director through the VISN Chief Medical Officer - who may approve requests for reasonable exceptions to the residency training requirement for Physicians whose composite record of experience - accomplishments - performance - and qualifications warrant such action
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Additional Requirement: Board certified in diagnostic imaging
• Preferred Experience: Leadership experience within the federal government
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position
• A physical examination prior to placement is required
• This is a designated drug testing position
• After appointment - you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use
• Requires lifting 15-44 pounds
• pushing (approx
• 2 hours)
• reaching above shoulder
• use of fingers and both hands
• walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling
• Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
• Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
• Hearing aid is permitted.

Duties

• **This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 25 - 2026
• The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be February 23 - 2026 - with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks
• Eligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available.** VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Work Schedule: Schedule to be determined by supervisor - based on facility needs
• 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 General Description: The service is directed by the Chief of the Diagnostic Imaging Service - who is a radiologist and a physician member of the staff
• Diagnostic Imaging Service is comprised of radiologists (full-time - fee basis - and contract) - diagnostic radiologic technologists - cardiac technologists - radiology nursing staff - and administrative/clerical support personnel who all participate in patient care as outlined above
• Specific Duties of the Chief of Diagnostic Imaging Service: Leadership and Management: Provide overall leadership and management of the Diagnostic Imaging Service - ensuring that all staff maintain high standards of care and professionalism
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure high-quality diagnostic services
• Foster a collaborative environment among multidisciplinary teams within the service
• Lead and participate in strategic planning and quality improvement initiatives for the service
• Clinical Oversight: Oversee the scheduling and allocation of resources - including staff and equipment - to maximize efficiency and patient care
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards of care
• Review and approve radiology reports and ensure timely and accurate dissemination of imaging results
• Address complex clinical cases and provide expert opinion and guidance on diagnostic imaging
• Education and Training: Develop and oversee training programs for radiologists - technologists - and support staff
• Mentor and support the professional development of radiologists within the service
• Ensure ongoing educational programs to keep staff current with advancements in imaging technology and techniques
• Actively participate in and support research activities within the department
• Administrative Duties: Manage budgeting and financial planning for the Diagnostic Imaging Service
• Ensure efficient and effective use of departmental resources
• Coordinate with other departments and hospital leadership to integrate diagnostic imaging services into overall patient care
• Patient and Staff Safety: Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are strictly followed to protect patients and staff
• Lead the development and implementation of safety initiatives - including radiation safety and infection control
• Address and resolve any safety concerns promptly
• Administration: Completion of mandatory training on a yearly basis Participation in Quality Management Peer Review activities as requested by Quality Management Manager - Chief of Service Line (or designee) - or Chief of Staff Compliance with all VASNHCS Memoranda and directives
• local and federal laws
• and scopes of practice for all members of the healthcare team - particularly: Ethics and conflict of interest HIPAA (patient privacy) and Cyber Security
• Furthers the goals of equal employment opportunity (EEO) Promotes a positive atmosphere among the professional treatment staff Education: Participates fully in educational development through staff and section meetings and assumes responsibility for professional development by attending relevant training and regularly reviewing the literature to improve clinical competencies and meeting professional continuing education requirements to maintaining current competence and licensure.