Locum Tenens Radiology: Diagnostic - Invasive Job in Lexington, Kentucky

• Position Type: Locum Tenens
• Recruited Specialty: Radiology: Diagnostic - Invasive
• Does the Physician Need To Be Trained In Specialty Being Recruited: No
• State License Required: No
• Terms of Locums Assignment: Long Term (More than 2 months)
• How soon does the position need to be filled: 1-3 months

About the Facility: Lexington VAMC
The Lexington VA Medical Center (VAMC), a part of the VA Healthcare System, provides comprehensive healthcare services to veterans in central Kentucky. This includes a wide range of care such as primary care, mental health services, specialty care (cardiology, oncology, and advanced surgical treatments), and extended care options like rehabilitation, long-term care, and geriatric care. The Lexington VAMC is dedicated to honoring veterans' service and improving their health and well-being through its comprehensive programs, including specialized services for spinal cord injuries and mental health support.

Facility Address: 1101 Veterans Dr. Lexington KY 40502

Diagnostic & Interventional Radiologist - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The Diagnostic & Interventional Radiologist Interprets a wide range of imaging studies, including X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, and angiograms, to identify abnormalities and diagnose diseases.
• Communicate diagnostic findings clearly to referring physicians and patients through detailed reports.
• Discuss potential treatment options and contribute to developing treatment plans based on imaging results.
• The Diagnostic & Interventional Radiologist performs minimally invasive, image-guided interventional procedures such as angioplasty, stent placement, embolization, biopsies, drainage of abscesses, and foreign body removal, typically using fluoroscopy guidance.
• Manage patient care during these procedures, including the monitoring of vital signs and ensuring overall patient safety.
• Work closely with other specialists to devise comprehensive treatment plans and provide consultation regarding interventional radiology procedures.
• The Diagnostic & Interventional Radiologist provides discharge education to patients and ensure follow-up instructions are aligned with the next care setting, especially for emergency department patients.

Diagnostic & Interventional Radiologist - REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Must be Board Certified in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology (ABR).
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in diagnostic and interventional radiology.
• Must have current DEA, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications.
• Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.

• Location of Medical Training: American Medical Graduate (AMG), Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG)
• Medical Training Type: Allopathic (MD), Osteopathic (DO)
• Board Certification: Board Certified
• Work Status Requirements: US Citizen