Physician - Diagnostic Imaging Service - Full-time - Recruitment Incentive/ EDRP Authorized

We are looking for a skilled Physician - Diagnostic Radiologists are responsible for providing appropriate diagnostic radiology care to patients. Diagnostic Radiologist Physicians are physicians who have completed an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited Radiology residency program, or an equivalent foreign program, and who perform and interpret diagnostic imaging, interventional or nuclear medicine studies. Radiologists follow the guidelines of the American College of Radiology (ACR), and they are guided by the Appropriateness Criteria developed by ACR or Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI).

The incumbent is a board-certified physician with advanced clinical experience as well as demonstrated administrative and leadership skills. Duties include but are not limited to:

• May participate in completion of annual performance appraisals on physicians on the Diagnostic Imaging ORG chart.
• Responsibilities include the interpretation of x-ray, CT MRI, US, nuclear medicine exams, performing and interpreting fluoroscopy exams, protocoling and approving CT, MRI and nuclear medicine exams, and notifying ordering physicians or nurse practitioners of critical results.
• Carries out administrative duties as assigned in a timely, resourceful, and efficient manner. Demonstrates interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills that establish and maintain professional relationships with other professionals, peers, departmental support staff and leaders both at the facility and at higher levels.
• Fosters an environment of mutual respect and free communication and promotes a culture of safety in which individuals will feel free to point out problems and deficiencies without fear of retaliation.
• May participate in the new employee Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) process, and in the Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE) process. May participates in the FPPE-for-cause process if required.
• Maintains familiarity with and understanding of the VA directives and rules regarding radiology and diagnostic imaging, plus all safety requirements related to Diagnostic Imaging.
• The duties and responsibilities of the Physician - Diagnostic Radiologist include, but are not limited to the following:
• Review all service, facility, VISN and VHA policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Document their procedures, consultations, and healthcare decisions in the medical record.
• Supervise the administration of medications, including contrast agents, by technologists.
• Communicate emergent findings directly to the treating physician/service in a timely manner.
• Development of, and adherence to, standard procedures and protocols.
• Maintain, direct, and encourage radiation and MRI safety practices.
• Evaluate image and study quality on daily basis and are responsible to fill tech QI templates in the PACS system when image quality is suboptimal.
• May participates in VISN1 Radiology activities, reporting critical incidents and other required information to the VISN Radiologist.
• Participates in facility High Reliability Organization (HRO) activities.
• May participate in selected committees as designated by the Deputy Chief of Staff
• Ensures that all diagnostic imaging reporting is completed timely with results communicated accurately and timely based on Directive and clinical compelling nature.
• Adheres to the Medical Staff Bylaws, policies, procedures, and SOPs of this facility.
• Cooperates with other members of the medical staff to achieve high quality whole-health patient care.
• Reports outcomes that he/she believes did not meet acceptable standards to the Deputy Chief of Staff.
• Board certified in Radiology
• Maintains BLS certification.
• Maintains an active medical license in the United States
• Acquires CMEs and participates in MOC as required by the individual's specialty board.

Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday -

You are invited to join a team a team-oriented medical staff providing care for those who have served. Manchester VA Medical Center's services include urgent care, primary care, ambulatory surgery, specialty clinics, mental health services, hospital-based home care, community acute care, and long term care. In addition to the medical center, it also operates four (4) community-based outpatient clinics and is internationally recognized for its research in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other behavioral disorders. Academic affiliations include Dartmouth Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Rivier School of Nursing, and more.

Manchester is the largest city area in northern New England, the economic and cultural capital of New Hampshire, and home to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport; one of the largest airports in New England. Manchester offers abundant opportunities for residents, visitors and tourists alike. Whatever you are looking for is within reach; the beautiful White Mountains and Lakes Region are to the North, the Atlantic Ocean and fine Seacoast life to the East, beautiful countryside throughout the state and a host of activities, culture and dining experiences are all right here.

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 2025, employees under the age of 50 may contribute up to $23,500, while those over age 50 are eligible to make catch-up contributions that allow them to defer up to $31,000.
• 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