Locum Tenens Radiology: Diagnostic - Noninvasive Job in Orlando, Florida

• Position Type: Locum Tenens
• Recruited Specialty: Radiology: Diagnostic - Noninvasive
• 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: Orlando VAMC
The Orlando VA Medical Center (VAMC) is a comprehensive healthcare facility dedicated to serving the medical needs of veterans in central Florida. Located in Lake Nona, approximately 20 miles southeast of downtown Orlando, it is part of the VA Sunshine Healthcare Network. The center offers a wide range of services, including primary care, mental health services, women's health, cardiology, orthopedics, and specialized care in areas like PTSD and substance abuse treatment. In addition to outpatient services, the Orlando VAMC provides inpatient care, rehabilitation, and advanced surgical options. It also features a Community Living Center, offering long-term care and hospice services, as well as a state-of-the-art simulation center for healthcare training and research.

Facility Address: 13800 Veteran's Way, Orlando, FL 3282

Diagnostic Radiology Physician - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The Radiology Physician provides radiology readings for body imaging or musculoskeletal (MSK) radiology, including but not limited to CT scans, ultrasounds, and general radiology (plain films).
• Provide consultations and instructions to referring physicians on appropriate indications for CT, general radiology, ultrasounds, and other radiologic procedures, as well as assisting in expediting clinically appropriate workups.
• Determine the appropriate course of treatment and communicate it effectively in person or via phone to referring clinicians.
• The Radiology Physician provides comprehensive radiological interpretation of studies for inpatients and outpatients of all ages, from newborn to elderly.
• Obtain patient history for radiographic diagnosis, perform physical examinations if required, and obtain necessary laboratory test results.
• Assess the severity of illness and, when appropriate, contact patients and referring physicians to provide study results.
• Oversee radiographic examinations to ensure correct procedures are conducted, relating symptoms to the pain and/or illness of the patient.
• Recommends and directs patient care and treatment, consulting with the requesting physician before a procedure to minimize patient invasion.
• The Radiology Physician provides technical direction for technologists and ancillary personnel in the department during their duties.

Diagnostic Radiology Physician - REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of a Radiology residency program.
• Must have a 3 years' experience as a Radiology Physician.
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology (ABR).
• Must have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Must possess a current, full, and 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, Board Eligible
• Work Status Requirements: US Citizen, Green Card