Podiatrist (chief - imaging Service With Recruitment/relocation Incentive)

Podiatrist (Radiologist, Chief Of Imaging Service)

The Central Texas VA Health Care System is seeking a Podiatrist (Radiologist, Chief of Imaging Service) responsible for the overall management, planning, organization, direction, and control of all programs within Imaging Service. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate.

Responsibilities include fiscal oversight, patient satisfaction, patient care delivery, research activities, and appropriate interface with all other services of the VA Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS). The Chief is engaged in facility and Imaging level strategic, operational, and tactical planning. The Chief is aligned under the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff. Duties include supervising on-board personnel, evaluating prospective new hires, overseeing compliance with all applicable regulations, addressing patient complaints, credentialing and peer-review issues, and inquiries and investigations from Congress, the White House, VA Central Office, and national investigative bodies. Participates as a member and/or leader of Imaging and CTVHCS-wide committees responsible for peer review, accreditation, and systems redesign and quality improvement projects, as assigned by the Office of the Chief of Staff. Carries out administrative duties as assigned in a timely, resourceful, and efficient manner. Demonstrates interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills that enable him/her to establish and maintain professional relationships with other professionals, whether they are supervisees, peers, or supervisors and leaders both at CTVHCS and at higher levels. Provides direct patient care in his/her specialty area approximately 25-30% of the time (negotiable); which includes evaluating and prioritizing radiology orders, ordering and evaluating appropriate laboratory studies, protocoling and approving complex imaging exams, notifying providers of critical imaging results. Completes all VA reports on each patient examined to include appropriate CPT codes and diagnosis. Functions part-time as a Radiology-Educator for medical and other health care trainees including students, resident physicians, and fellows as part of his/her duties as a member of the department. 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. Works to impart an expectation of individual sacrifice for the good of the Veterans served by the Imaging HCG itself. Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Authorized.

Requirements include being a U.S. Citizen, proficient in written and spoken English, and subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.

Qualifications include United States Citizenship, Education, Licensure or Registration, and Residency Training. Preferred experience includes Board Certification in Diagnostic Radiology, three years of professional supervisory and leadership experience, preferably within VA, and proficiency in general radiologist capabilities.