Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
Location: San Antonio, TX
Career Level: Director
Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board
Description
Do you have a passion for Nuclear Medicine and leading a team? The South Texas VA Health Care System (STVHCS) is seeking a motivated and experienced physician to serve as the Chief of Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT.
In this leadership role, you'll wear two hats:
- Clinical Expertise: You'll interpret studies, provide patient care, and ensure high-quality diagnostic services.
- Leadership: You'll oversee all aspects of Nuclear Medicine at STVHCS, including staff supervision, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Lead the Nuclear Medicine Section: You'll supervise physicians and technologists, ensuring a smooth-running department.
- Provide Top-Notch Patient Care: Your expertise in Nuclear Medicine will be essential for accurate diagnoses and treatment plans for our veterans.
- Promote Safety and Quality: You'll be responsible for maintaining a safe radiation environment and ensuring we meet all quality standards.
- Stay at the Forefront: You'll have input on equipment and technology to keep our department modern and efficient.
- Contribute to Education: You'll play a role in training medical students, residents, and technologists.
- Paid time off: 50-55 days 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)
- Health insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plan with options for medical, vision, and dental coverage (many plans can be continued into retirement)
- Retirement: Traditional federal pension with 5 year vesting and federal 401k with up to 5% contributions by VA
- Life insurance: Various life insurance options for additional financial security
- Free malpractice coverage
- CME reimbursement: Up to $1,000 per year for continuing medical education (for full-time, board-certified physicians)
- Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree
- Current, full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
- Residency training in Nuclear Medicine (preferred)
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a staff radiologist (preferred)
- Leadership experience (preferred)
This is a great opportunity for a physician who wants to combine their clinical expertise with leadership skills. Join our team and make a real impact!
Compensation Information:
$300000.0 / Annually - $300000.0 / Annually
Starting At: 300000.0 Annually
Up To: 400000.0 Annually
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