Vice Chair: Community Radiology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, United States
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Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Radiology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/22/24

The Department of Radiology and Radiologic Sciences at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is recruiting for a new leadership opportunity within our Community Radiology Section. The Vice Chair of Community Radiology will be responsible for leading and growing the community radiology service at the largest comprehensive health system in the mid-South region. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the enterprise sees more than 3 million patient visits a year. The Community Radiology faculty provide clinical services to the patients located at our regionally based hospitals. As a section member, you will have the opportunity to focus on your primary sub-specialty, if applicable, as well as interpret other modalities.

Position Summary:

  • Deliver leadership and operational oversight to the Community Radiology Section, which offers a combination of subspecialty and general radiology services
  • Provide services to VUMC regional hospitals (Wilson, Bedford, Tullahoma)
  • Foster the development of a community-based Advance Practice Provider model to enhance the radiologist workflow and support patient care initiatives.
  • Focus on well-being, with a culture of collegiality, collaboration, & creativity
  • Opportunity to develop and grow professional interests
  • Academic rank and salary commensurate with experience
  • Hybrid, on-site and fully remote options are available.
  • Daily clinical work includes interpretation of diagnostic studies
  • Hybrid/Onsite workers may also perform image-guided interventions such as abscess drains and biopsies.

Position Requirements:

  • Fellowship training in one of the following is encouraged, but not required: Abdominal Imaging, Musculoskeletal Imaging, Neuroradiology and/or Breast Imaging
  • Hold an MD or equivalent degree
  • ABR eligible/certified
  • Eligible for TN license
  • > 5 years from completion of training
  • Comfort/willingness to perform routine fluoroscopy/CT/US guided proceduresis a plus

Benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability/Malpractice insurance
  • A 403.B program with approximately 5% salary match
  • Sizable relocation allowance for on-site readers moving to Nashville
  • Up to 34 days to be used for vacation and professional development/CME
  • Administrative time as determined by Department Chair
  • 55% college tuition for up to 3 children
  • Regional incentive compensation
  • Professional development fund for CME and other expenses
  • Opportunities to supplement income with additional shifts/moonlighting as desired

About The Department of Radiology and Vanderbilt:

  • VUMC: Part of US News Best Hospitals Honor Roll
  • Nationally recognized for Women in Radiology (WiR) program
  • National leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • VUMC is located in the heart of Vanderbilt University campus and Nashville
  • Nashville, TN, is a rapidly growing and vibrant city, rich in history, beautiful parks and exciting nightlife
  • International airport for ease of travel across the USA and beyond
  • Great private/public schools, universities, no state income tax, & fantastic restaurants