Join Us as Chief of Imaging in Salisbury NC — Affordable Living Near Charlotte & Lake Norman!

Join Us as Chief of Imaging in Salisbury NC — Affordable Living Near Charlotte & Lake Norman!

Discover an exceptional opportunity to advance your radiology career at Salisbury VA Medical Center as our Imaging Service Chief! Nestled just outside the vibrant Charlotte and scenic Lake Norman areas, Salisbury offers a welcoming community combined with professional growth and impactful service to our nation's Veterans.

We are seeking a dedicated, full-time, board-certified Radiology leader to oversee and elevate our dynamic imaging department. This leadership role provides a unique chance to shape a comprehensive radiology program, foster educational excellence, and make a real difference in Veteran care—all within a supportive and thriving environment.

Why Choose Salisbury VA?

• Leadership and Impact: Lead a diverse imaging team across CT, Ultrasound, MRI, Mammography, Interventional Radiology, and Nuclear Medicine. Be the driving force behind innovative practices and quality patient care.
• Professional Growth: Support and mentor technologists, residents, and students, cultivating the next generation of radiology professionals.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and regular raises that recognize your expertise.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from generous paid time off (50-55 days per year), flexible employment terms, and no restrictive contracts.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Secure your future with robust retirement options, including federal pension and VA contributions, plus comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Additional Perks: CME reimbursement up to $1,000 annually, free malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and a community that values work-life harmony.

Experience Salisbury:

Live in a community renowned for its affordability, friendly neighborhoods, and quality of life. Enjoy easy access to Charlotte’s cultural offerings, dining, and entertainment, while relishing the tranquility and charm of Lake Norman’s scenic beauty.

Make a Difference While Growing Your Career!

Join Salisbury VA Medical Center and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in Veteran care. Lead with purpose, enjoy a supportive environment, and explore the vibrant life that Salisbury and its surroundings have to offer.

Your next chapter starts here—apply today and lead the future of radiology at Salisbury VA!

Interested candidates should email their current CV to Annie Luckey, VA Physician Provider Recruiter @ annie.luckey@va.gov.

The W.G. Hefner VAMC is a 484-bed medical center located in Salisbury, North Carolina. Inpatient services are provided for acute medicine, cardiology, surgery, psychiatry, physical rehabilitation, subacute and extended care, neuropsychiatry services, psychiatric intensive care, and geropsychiatry. Primary and specialized outpatient services are provided at the medical center and outpatient clinics. The medical center is affiliated with Wake Forest University School of Medicine, with a focus on resident involvement in primary care, dermatology, rehabilitation, ophthalmology, and psychiatry. The Salisbury VAMC is recognized as one of the largest employers in Rowan County and enjoys the recognition and respect of the community through an active outreach program.

Community Information:

Salisbury provides all the perks of a small town but is located just 40 minutes down Hwy I-85 from Charlotte,NC which is the 33rd largest metropolitan in the nation boasting 1.84 million in population. Both Greensboro, NC and Winston-Salem NC are located within 1 hours drive. Salisbury has a population of 26,548, and is the county seat of Rowan County. It is also the home of three colleges: Catawba College, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and Livingstone College

Paid Time Off:

• 26 Days paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
• 13 Days paid sick leave each year with no limit on accumulation
• 11 Federal holidays with pay annually
• 5 Days paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance: VA employees have an outstanding number of health insurance plans from which to choose (premiums are partially paid by VA) Lifetime Healthcare Insurance options available
• Dental & Vision: Our insurance options also include exceptional vision and dental plans (premiums are partially paid by VA)
• VA employees have the option to use Flexible Spending Accounts, which allow you to use tax-free dollars to pay for medical, dental, and vision care expenses that are not reimbursed by your health insurance plan
• Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options are available with the cost shared by the Federal Government
• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

• VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits, 2) FERS-RAE basic benefits (pension), and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan
• How is the pension funded? VA employees automatically contribute 4.4% of their salary each pay period and the VA contributes 12.2% of the employee’s salary each pay period for a total annual contribution percentage equal to 16.6% of the employee’s salary
• Similar to the 401(k) savings plans widely available in the private sector, the TSP allows employees to tax defer a portion of their income each year, subject to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service. For calendar year 2020, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $19,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $25,500.
• The Federal Government also provides an automatic basic contribution (1% of salary) and up to 4% of salary in matching contributions, depending on the amount of the employee contribution
• For retired military personnel, these benefits are in addition to full monthly retirement pay or pension
• In addition to FERS, VA provides health care insurance coverage for retired personnel
• Disability Retirement
• Employees are vested in a federal pension after only 5 years service