Seeking a Breast Imaging Radiologist in Visalia, CA! $100K Sign on Bonus

Mineral King Radiological Medical Group

Mineral King Radiological Medical Group is a private practice in Visalia that’s been around for over 50 years and has 10 partnered radiologists. Mineral King is associated with Kaweah Health Medical Center which is a 581-bed hospital with level III trauma designation. They staff the main hospital and their outpatient imaging center as well as their own outpatient imaging center. The group also owns their own outpatient interventional radiology center.

Radiology Software: Synapse PACS

EMR: Cerner and Fuji

Dictation: PowerScribe

RPAs on Staff: 3 PA’s and will add a fourth PA soon

Reason for recruitment:  There are a couple partners nearing retirement

Position: Breast Imaging Radiologist

We are seeking a board eligible or board-certified Breast Imaging Radiologist with experience in screening and diagnostic mammography, breast ultrasound, breast biopsies, and breast MRI.

• MQSA certification is required.
• Breast Imaging Fellowship is preferred but not mandatory.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Volume & Procedures

• Screenings: 38–45 daily average
• Diagnostics: 10–12 daily average
• Biopsies: Weekly average of 2 stereotactic and 5 ultrasound-guided breast biopsies
• Volume varies day-to-day, offering procedural variety

Practice Mix

• Flexible practice split: either 70% mammography / 30% general diagnostic or the reverse, based on physician preference
• The group staffs two outpatient breast centers, two imaging centers, and one hospital

Call Responsibilities

• Weekday general call: One week every 8 weeks, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM the next morning
• Evenings are staffed, so being called in or staying past 5:00 PM is very rare
• Weekend general call: One in eight weekends, onsite Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Weekend evenings are covered remotely, so staying late is uncommon

Team

• Total practice size: 10 physicians (including 4 Interventional Radiologists)
• Mammography group: 4 radiologists, with plans to add 1–2 who read mammograms full-time or part-time
• Hiring 2 additional full-time breast imaging radiologists to support increased volume and upcoming retirements within the next 2 years

Compensation

• Guaranteed Starting Base Salary: 550,000 a year, potential for additional earned compensation
• Sign-on Bonus: $100,000
• Relocation: up to $15,000
• Student Loan repayment: $100,000
• Internal Moonlighting opportunities available
• Vacation: 8 weeks 1st year, 10 weeks 2nd year and 12 weeks 3rd year
• Partnership Track: 2 years
  • Buy-in – Typically covered by first bonus – On average around $40,000
  • Total Earning Potential/Salary structure once partner: $750,000-$900,000+

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance paid in full for radiologist & dependents
• Dental & Vision Insurance offered
• Paid Malpractice Insurance
• 401k Profit Sharing company contributes max allowed
• Paid Vacation – 8 weeks first two years and then 12 weeks a year starting year 3
• Professional expenses $3,000 annual reimbursement
• Medical expense reimbursement $ 2500 for out-of-pocket medical expenses per year
• Opportunity to participate in deferred compensation plan through district hospital (put away 100k+ a year pre-taxed)
• Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), in addition to loan repayment mentioned above

LOCATION

Mineral King Radiological Medical Group is located in the Central Valley, in the heart of California. The group prides itself on providing a great life - work balance, where your evenings are free to spend with friends and family and many exciting activities close by for the weekends. Visalia is the gateway to the Sequoia National Park, home to the General Sherman, the world's largest tree. Only 1-2 hours away from both the Sequoia National Park and Yosemite National Park. It would take years to complete all the possible hikes, as well as other outdoor activities, like boating, caving, mountain bike trails, snow sledding and skiing.  Visalia is located 3 hours South of San Francisco and 2.5 hours North of Los Angeles. There are many coastal towns to enjoy as well, with easy day trip access.

Mineral King Radiological Medical Group is a private practice in Visalia that’s been around for over 50 years and has 10 partnered radiologists. Mineral King is associated with Kaweah Health Medical Center which is a 613-bed hospital with level III trauma designation. They staff the main hospital and their outpatient imaging center as well as their own outpatient imaging center. The group also owns their own outpatient interventional radiology center.

Radiology Software: Synapse PACS

EMR: Cerner and Fuji

Dictation: PowerScribe

RPAs on Staff: 3 PA’s and will add a fourth PA soon

Reason for recruitment:  There are a couple partners nearing retiring.