Pediatric Radiologist at Denver Health and Hospital Authority

We are recruiting for a motivated Pediatric Radiologist to join our team!We are here for lifes journey.Where is your life journey taking youBeing the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves something that connects us all:Humanity in action Triumph in hardship Transformation in health.DepartmentRadiologistsDenver Health the premier safety net institution for the city of Denver and entire Rocky Mountain region in collaboration with the University of Colorado and Childrens Hospital Colorado is seeking an academic pediatric radiologist at the level of Assistant Associate or full Professor depending on level of experience. The ideal candidate will have a record of clinical excellence strong teaching abilities and scholarly interests. Responsibilities for the role include clinical radiology practice; nurturing a robust and growing educational program for students residents and fellows; and participating in a research or scholarship portfolio which may include clinical health care delivery and/or education research.The OrganizationDenver Health is an integrated efficient academic health care system that is considered a model for the nation. As Colorados primary safety net institution Denver Health provides the full spectrum of medical services from primary to oncologic care. Serving one third of the city of Denver as well as patients from outside Denver Denver Health provides primary care services via a citywide network of community health centers school-based health clinics and a newly opened 7-story 293000 square foot outpatient medical center. Inpatient services are housed in multiple campus buildings with 555 adult pediatric and OB/GYN beds. Denver Health is committed to serving all patients regardless of the ability to pay.Denver Healths emergency medicine program is nationally renowned with over 120000 patient visits per year and with a nationally recognized stand-alone emergency medicine residency. Denver Healths Level 1 Trauma Center is one of the worlds leading trauma centers and has amongst the highest survival rates in the country. The trauma center sees 18000 patients annually 2700 of whom are admitted and many of whom arrive as transfers from any one of 60 regional hospitals. The trauma service is extraordinarily academically productive with millions in grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and United States Department of Defense (DoD). The seminal text Trauma was authored by Denver Health faculty.Denver Health is affiliated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU SOM). All faculty at Denver Health have CU SOM appointments and are valued participants in a variety of educational research and clinical collaborations. Faculty have access to the academic and cultural resources of Denver Health CU SOM and other affiliate institutions.Position SummaryThe candidate being sought will participate in the delivery of outpatient and inpatient pediatric radiology services including MR CT US radiography and basic pediatric procedures including fluoroscopy. Given the volume and strength of the ED and trauma service at Denver Health there is an emphasis on providing advanced cutting edge and highly collaborative care in the acute setting. Most of the imaging volume however is outpatient with Denver Health providing a full gamut of ambulatory imaging addition to the imaging services currently offered Denver Health seeks to continuously improve and innovate.While the position will be primarily based at Denver Health clinical time at Childrens Hospital Colorado may also be considered as a percentage of overall clinical effort based on candidate interest experience and subspecialty expertise. Remote work-from-home shifts are possible and supported depending on day-to-day departmental needs for in-person procedural and teaching needs.Denver Health radiologists participate in the education of University of Colorado medical students radiology and IR/DR residents and fellows. There is a strong desire to continue to expand our educational offerings.The Department values patient-centered care and a highly collaborative work environment. There is a strong working relationship with pediatrics surgery hospital medicine and primary care.Reporting StructureThe radiologist will report to the Department Chair of Radiology. The department benefits from excellent administrative support. All radiology staff (technologists radiology RNs transporters clerks etc.) report within the department not to an external hierarchy so there is alignment of staff and faculty towards the goals of the department.Candidate Qualifications:Education/Academic CredentialsM.D. D.O. or foreign equivalent medical degree; board certification in Radiology; fellowship training and/or extensive experience in pediatric radiology preferred; eligibility for licensure in Colorado.New graduates and experienced radiologists are encouraged to apply.ExperienceCandidates should be competent in all imaging modalities including basic pediatric procedures/fluoroscopy.The ideal candidate will be competent in interpretating non-pediatric ED studies on call including radiography and CT modalities.Prior record of academic or educational scholarship is preferred.Experience in teaching students and/or trainees is preferred.Position Details Salary and Benefits Denver Health offers full benefits including an attractive 401(a) Social Security replacement savings program a 457(b) retirement savings program and employer matching contributions (9.5%). Full details are available online and from human resources.Dedicated academic funds cover licensing fees Board MOC fees conference attendance and other academic needs are provided.Procedure for CandidacyAll candidates will need to submit an application through the Denver Health HR website or candidates can email a cover letter and CV. If emailing please send current CV and cover letter to:Ashesh Thaker M.D. Chair of Radiology andAaron Ortiz Manager of Provider Recruitment .All successful received CV/cover letters will result in an email confirmation.References will be checked before selecting a final candidate though reference checking occurs later in the process and will proceed after discussing with the candidate(s) first.Essential Functions:Review and interpret medical images to determine patient status and future medical care (20%)Determine exact images required for diagnosis and delivering orders to Radiological Technicians (20%)Administer trace amounts of radioactive substances to create and enhance diagnostic images (10%)Perform minimally invasive surgical techniques such as embolization angioplasty and ablation with image guidance (10%)Work with Primary Care Doctors Nurses and Radiology Technicians to administer treatment and manage pain (10%)Monitor patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary (10%)Create a radiation treatment plan for patients with cancer (10%)Manage radiation side effects in cancer patients (10%)Education:Doctorate Degree Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine from an accredited school of medicine RequiredLicenses:BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association RequiredMD-Physician - State Medical Board RequiredKnowledge Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles procedures and techniques.Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.Excellent written and verbal communications listening and social skills.Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds skill levels and value systems.Performs in a tactful and professional manner.A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.Computer skills required.ShiftVaries (United States of America)Work TypeRegularSalary$443600.00 - $537800.00 / yrBenefitsOutstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5% and generous medical plansFree RTD EcoPass (public transportation)On-site employee fitness center and wellness classesChildcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and moreTuition reimbursement & assistanceEducation & development opportunities including career pathways and coachingProfessional clinical advancement program & shared governancePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programNational Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employerOur ValuesRespectBelongingAccountabilityTransparencyAll job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorados primary and essential safety-net institution Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. Key Skills Post Residency Experience,Taleo,Anatomy Knowledge,Physiology Knowledge,Sonography,Pharmacy Residency,Spectroscopy,Spinal Tap Experience,Medical Imaging,Cycling,Epic,Patient Service Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 443600 - 537800