The VA Maryland Health Care System invites applications from radiologists to join our dynamic Imaging Service. Radiologists from across the spectrum of subspecialty areas are encouraged to apply, with particular interest in breast imaging, body imaging, and interventional radiology. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available. The service uses Optum PACS and PowerScribe reporting, with remote external teleradiology services for evening, overnight and weekend coverage. Teaching is part of the clinical workflow, and research opportunities are available for those who are interested. Major Duties Include Responsible for interpreting imaging studies and/or performing image guided procedures as defined by the clinical privileges requested and approved by the VA Maryland Health Care System Credentialing and Privileging (C&P) Board. Imaging modalities which the candidate may be responsible for include: CT, MRI, US, general radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, and nuclear medicine. Review exam requests for appropriateness, prescribe exam protocols, provide oversight of technical image quality, provide clinical oversight of medication/contrast administration, and actively participate in various aspects of quality assurance and accreditation including peer review. Collaborate with department staff, and provide clinical leadership for operational workflows. The department has a teaching affiliation with a university affiliate and the radiologist will have responsibilities in instructing and supervising trainees who are rotating through the Imaging Service. Participation in departmental meetings and institutional multi-disciplinary clinical conferences. Contacting clinical providers as needed to assure effective patient care, discussing evaluation, management, follow-up and other aspects of coordinated, patient-centered care. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): A recruitment or relocation incentive may be paid to a Highly Qualified candidate. Performance Pay: Up to 15K annually. Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): 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. 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: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Preferred Experience: Fellowship training preferred. "Whole Health is an approach to health care that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their life to the fullest. The VA is committed to Whole Health and values Veteran and Employee health and wellbeing. As a VA employee, you will practice Whole Health in an environment that supports personalized and proactive care."