Join a Collaborative Interventional Radiologist Team - Los Angeles VA

The Imaging Service at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (GLA) is seeking an Interventional Radiologist to join our West Los Angeles VAMC team.

As a member of a multidisciplinary team providing comprehensive services to Veterans. You will have access to advanced technology and a collaborative environment, allowing you to perform a wide range of interventional procedures and contribute to innovative research. Additionally, the role provides opportunities to teach and mentor residents and fellows, fostering the next generation of medical professionals.   

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attending physician services to inpatient and outpatient clinics.
• Perform interventional procedures, including ultrasound (US), CT, and fluoroscopically guided lumbar puncture, biopsy, or drainage in the neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and musculoskeletal system.
• Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures within an approved scope of practice.
• Participate in the instruction and supervision of radiology residents and fellows.
• Assist in planning and leading teaching conferences for radiology.
• Provide on-call coverage for imaging services on a rotating basis.
• Participate in departmental, careline, and institutional peer reviews.
• Engage in committees as assigned by the Chief of Imaging Services/Radiology.
• Develop a research program relevant to interventional radiology that benefits veterans’ healthcare needs.
• Obtain a university academic appointment with research productivity commensurate with advancing in the University clinical or research track.
• Supervise and teach rotating fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Coordinate patient care and handle inpatient transfers within the polytrauma system.
• Performance and interpretation of magnetic resonance angiography and CT angiography.

Why Join VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System?

• Impactful Work: Serve those who have served our nation by addressing the unique mental health needs of homeless Veterans.
• Comprehensive Services: Be part of a Level 1A complexity tertiary care health organization providing state-of-the-art care to one of the largest Veteran populations in the VA system.
• Interdisciplinary Approach: Collaborate closely with primary care, psychology, nursing, and social work professionals to deliver integrated care.
• Professional Growth: Involved in teaching opportunities and innovative outreach programs, with a commitment to research and educational advancement.

Work Schedule: Full-time / On-site

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine
• Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license
• Must have completed residency in an accredited core specialty
• Board Certified or Board Eligible

Benefits and Features:

• Salary Range: $350,000-$400,000
• PTO: 50–55 days of PTO annually (26/13 days of annual/sick leave, 11 holidays,)
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, TSP (401K) with 5% match, Survivor Benefits 
• Up to $1,000 or more annually and up to 5 days paid absence for CME
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program 

• Education Debt Reduction Program up to $200,000 in qualified loan reimbursement
• Service without strings: No employment contracts or restrictive covenants.

The VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS) is one of the largest and most complex healthcare systems within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The West Los Angeles VA Medical Center (the main hospital), initially known as the Sawtelle Veterans Home, was established in the 1880s. It gradually evolved into a modern healthcare facility, adapting to the changing needs of veterans and expanding its services. Serving nearly 1.4 million veterans in the region, it provides comprehensive medical services through multiple facilities and community-based outpatient clinics. Over the years, VAGLAHS has been at the forefront of veterans' healthcare advocacy, continuously striving to improve the quality of care and services provided to veterans.

Facilities

• West Los Angeles VA Medical Center (VAMC): This is the largest facility in the system, offering tertiary care services, including acute medical/surgical care, mental health services, rehabilitation, and long-term care. It has approximately 900 beds.
• Sepulveda Ambulatory Care Center (SACC): Located in the San Fernando Valley, this center provides primary care, outpatient specialty care, and mental health services.
• Los Angeles Ambulatory Care Center (LAACC): Located in downtown Los Angeles, it offers a wide range of outpatient services, including primary care and specialty care.
• Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs): The system operates several CBOCs to extend services to veterans in more accessible locations, providing primary care, mental health services, and other essential healthcare.

Educational Affiliations

• UCLA Affiliation: VAGLAHS maintains a strong partnership with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), one of its principal academic affiliates. This partnership enhances educational and research opportunities for both institutions. Many UCLA medical students, residents, and fellows receive part of their training at VAGLAHS facilities.
• Other Academic Affiliations: The system is affiliated with various other educational institutions, including the University of Southern California (USC) and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, specifically in research and specialized care, California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA), for nursing and allied health programs, among others. These partnerships facilitate a range of interdisciplinary training programs for healthcare professionals.

Specialty Clinics and Programs

• Mental Health Services: Offering comprehensive mental health care, including outpatient mental health care clinics, inpatient psychiatric care, and specialized programs like PTSD treatment.
• Comprehensive Cancer Care: Includes oncology and hematology services, along with cancer screening and treatment programs.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment: Providing a full spectrum of care for substance abuse issues, including detox, residential programs, and outpatient services.
• Homeless Veterans Programs: Addressing the needs of homeless veterans through outreach, housing assistance, and supportive services.

Research and Innovation

• The VAGLAHS is involved in cutting-edge research, with significant contributions to medical science and veteran-specific health issues. Research areas include PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and geriatric care, among others.

This summary highlights the pivotal role that the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System plays in providing diverse and comprehensive healthcare services to veterans, bolstered by strong academic partnerships and a storied history of service and innovation.