Physician - Breast Imaging Radiologist - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive Authorized — Iowa City, IA

Job highlights

• Ownership: government
• Relocation assistance
• Student loan forgiveness
• CME allowance: $1,000 + 5 days
• 7 weeks vacation
• Malpractice covered
• Health insurance
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA
• Schedule: M-F

Original employer description

Summary The Iowa City Veterans Affairs Health Care System (ICVAHCS) is seeking a full-time - Physician - Breast Imaging Radiologist to join the Imaging Service Line at the VAMC in Iowa City - Iowa. Note: This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT through December 15 - 2026. The first referral cut-off is October 11 - 2026 - at 11:59 p.m. EST - with monthly cut-offs on the 1st. Applications received after each cut-off will be reviewed as needed until the position is filled. 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 PolicyDegree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicineThe 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 completedCurrent - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of ColumbiaResidency 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 completedOR (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 StatesOR (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 experiencesExceptions: 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 basisPRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privilegedrather - they are to have a ""scope of practice"" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervisionAdditionally - surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPsIn 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 actionProficiency in spoken and written EnglishAdditional Requirement: Board certification or board eligibility in Diagnostic RadiologyCurrent MQSA credentialing in Breast Imaging requiredFellowship training ideal - but not requiredReference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/Physical Requirements: The position may require moderate physical activity - standing - and the ability to operate and manipulate various radiological imaging equipmentThe ability to work in a seated position for prolonged periods while reviewing imaging studies is also requiredYou will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this positionQuestions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examinationSee VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Duties The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical CentersThis is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullestAs an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care - you will operate in a model with three core elements - seeking to create a personalized health plan for each VeteranThis is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's communityThis aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-beingThe Breast Imaging Radiologist is responsible for the interpretation of breast imaging studies - as well as the performance of image-guided breast interventionsMajor Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Interpretation of Imaging Studies: Interpret mammography - breast ultrasound - and breast MRI studies (if applicable)Interpret general radiology studies when not engaged in breast imaging responsibilitiesProvide timely and accurate diagnostic reports - following standard diagnostic criteria and protocolsImage-Guided Interventions: Perform image-guided breast procedures such as biopsies - needle localizations - and aspirationsEnsure patient safety and comfort during proceduresCollaboration: Work closely with the multidisciplinary breast care team - including surgeons - oncologists - pathologists - and primary care providersParticipate in breast cancer case conferences (tumor boards) and provide input on imaging findings to aid in clinical decision-makingPatient Care: Communicate effectively with patients regarding imaging findings and recommended follow-upProvide guidance and support to patients undergoing breast imaging and interventionsQuality Assurance: Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives within the breast imaging sectionEnsure compliance with ACR (American College of Radiology) and MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act) standardsEducation and Training: Provide education and training to radiology residents - fellows - and technologists in the field of breast imaging and general radiologyParticipate in continuing medical education (CME) to stay current with advancements in breast imaging techniques and technologiesResearch and Development: Optional engagement in clinical research projects related to breast imaging and contribute to the advancement of the fieldOptional participation in grant writing and publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journalsAdministrative Duties: Assist in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures related to breast imagingAssist in the maintenance of accreditation from FDA - MQSA - ACR - and VA including quality control and assistance with required workflow and auditing with the lead mammography technologistParticipate in departmental meetings and committees as requiredVA offers a comprehensive total rewards packageVHA Physician Total RewardsRecruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Recruitment/ Relocation Incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidatesEducation Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement programYou must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointmentApproval - 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 complete review of the EDRP applicationLearn more EDRP Authorized: EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentiveContact VHAVISN23EDRP@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistancePay: Competitive salary - annual performance bonus - regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid time offer 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 Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlightingWork Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00am-3:30pmAlternative work hours - if desired - should be agreed upon at the time of hire.