Neuroradiologist (Diagnostic Radiology)

Quick Facts

• Role: Neuroradiologist (Diagnostic Radiology)

• Studies: CT, MRI, X-ray (neuroimaging)

• Setting: Onsite with some teleradiology; rotates between campuses as needed

Description

Provide accurate, timely interpretations of complex neuroradiology imaging studies to support patient care and clinical decision-making. Interpret CT and MRI of the brain, sinuses, face, neck, and spine, including oncologic imaging, trauma, postsurgical CT, and CTA of the head and neck. Participate in protocol development, quality management, exam appropriateness review, and multidisciplinary conferences.

Responsibilities

• Interpret general radiology plain film exams

• Interpret CT exams of head/sinuses/face/neck/spine

• Interpret MRI exams of head/sinuses/face/neck/spine

• Develop and implement new protocols and imaging techniques

• Issue timely radiology reports

• Document clinical notes in the electronic medical record when appropriate

• Communicate critical findings per facility policy

• Participate in quality management (film quality review, peer review, performance improvement)

• Review exam requests for appropriateness

• Prescribe imaging protocols and modify for clinical indications

• Consult with providers on exam selection and interpretation of results

• Coordinate patient care with clinical providers; participate in multidisciplinary conferences

• Provide clinical oversight of medication administration for radiology procedures (e.g., contrast and preps)

• Provide technical image quality feedback to technologists

• Use abnormal diagnostic codes appropriately and document/communicate verbal notifications when required

• Participate in research and scholarly programs

Benefits

• Total rewards: Comprehensive federal benefits package

• EDRP education loan repayment: Potential repayment up to $200,000 (subject to eligibility and application timing)

• Compensation: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

• Paid time off: 50–55 days/year (annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, and possible CME absence)

• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions

• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care coverage options

• CME: Possible $1,000/year reimbursement (board certification; full-time)

• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage

• Contract: No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Work schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with possible call rotations based on service needs.