Job Opportunity At John J. Pershing VA Medical CenterJoin the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and build a rewarding radiology career where your work has purpose. Located in the heart of southeast Missouri, Poplar Bluff offers an affordable cost of living, easy commutes, and quick access to some of the region's best outdoor recreation, including Clearwater Lake, Wappapello Lake, Mark Twain National Forest, and the Ozark foothills. With remote work eligibility, this opportunity offers added flexibility while keeping you connected to a dedicated, mission-driven team. Most importantly, you will have the privilege of using your expertise to care for those who served our country. Few careers offer a mission more meaningful than serving America's Veterans. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Available
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 territoryCME: 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 Contract Buy Out Program: This position may be eligible for the Physician / Provider Contract Buy Out Program (CBOP), which authorizes VHA to buy out service contracts (Locum agreements, loan repayments, sign-on bonus contracts, Physician-owned practices) in exchange for employment at certain rural or highly rural facilities for a period of obligated service (minimum 4 years). For additional information and eligibility requirements, contact the VHA Contract Buy Out Program Manager at vacontractbuyoutprog@va.gov.General duties include, but are not limited to: Provide general specialized diagnostic radiology services to the patients of VAMC Memphis. These diagnostic services include patient assessment and diagnosis prior to performance of any diagnostic test or therapy, including assisting/intervening with the referring physician for the proper test/treatment selection and protocol. Radiology scan interpretation and report generation, using voice recognition software, including interpretation of general diagnostic radiographs, CT, US, MRI, and other diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Administration/supervision of all drugs as needed for the performance and interpretation of imaging examinations. Supervision of technical aspects of all aspects of radiology practiced at John J Pershing VA Med CtrPerformance of additional duties in such a manner as to comply with all requirements of VAMC Medical Staff bylaws, including participation in PBVAMC hospital or service committees, commensurate with a staff physician of VAMC and as required by the Chief of Radiology. Share in call responsibilities as assigned.
Teleradiology: Drafts protocols and procedures. Any other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: 8:00 - 16:30 Mon-Fri
