Radiology -

You will be contacted directly by the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium after applying to this position. Working out Ethel Lund Medical Center in Juneau the Physician/Radiologist provides interpretations of radiology imaging for multiple locations within the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC).Responsible for interpreting diagnostic images from imaging modalities performed at SEARHC including but not limited to: radiography fluoroscopy mammography Dexa ultrasound MRI and computed tomography (CT). Exercises independent judgment when interpreting images from these modalities. Works with voice recognition systems to provide clearly written reports in a timely manner. Decides when it is necessary to initiate direct contact with a patients provider to improve patient care. Interprets films outside regular duty hours when contacted by a provider. Responsible for the final interpretation of these images at SEARHC. Creatively works with the Department of Radiology and providers within SEARHC to shape new standard work practices and processes. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the JobGeneral Radiography. oInterprets radiographic examinations including but not limited to: spine extremities head chest abdomen and pelvis for all imaging sites at SEARHC. Performs various fluoroscopy exams. Performs common interventional procedures as requested/required. Collaborates with other SEARHC radiologists to set standards for positions and Services. oInterprets mammograms performed throughout SEARHC. Interprets mobile mammography performed in remote villages in southeast Alaska. Requests special views when needed. Performs needle locations and other procedures as required of the breast. Ultrasound Services. oInterprets ultrasound exams performed at SEARHC including but not limited to OB/GYN; abdominal; pelvic and endovaginal; small parts including breast thyroid and scrotum; and vascular including DVT arterial legs and arms carotids. Performs needle locations of the breast and other procedures as Tomography (CT) Services. oSupervises and interprets CT examinations performed at SEARHC. Approves contrast dosage for patients. Preapproves all CT and MRI orders from the consortium including remote Alaskan villages that will be performed at Imaging locations throughout the consortium. Participates in medical staff functions as requested including twice weekly medical staff meetings. Collaborates with the Chief of Radiology Services and the Administrative Director of Radiology Services to produce a corporate service plan. Works to facilitate quality assurance reviews and educational programs as requested regarding radiologic services to the medical staff support staff and imaging services staff. Serves as a consultant to other health care duties in a responsible respectful and caring manner to promote the most effective relationships between Imaging Services and other SEARHC departments. Other duties as directed by the Chief Imaging Services. Education Certifications and Licenses RequiredFour years of clinical experience following residency in general diagnostic radiology CT MRI mammography and ultrasound. This may have occurred during the residency training program.M.D. or completion of AMA approved Radiology Residency and Board Certification in RadiologyCurrent BLS CertificationLicensed in the state of Alaska Knowledge Skills & AbilitiesExtensive knowledge of radiography fluoroscopy mammography ultrasound CT exams MRI and other services offered by SEARHC. Considerable knowledge of digitized imaging and multiple computer in accurate interpretations of radiographic fluoroscopic mammographic CT MRI and ultrasound studies. Skilled at working independently in interpretation of these imaging modalities. Skilled in oral and written to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with providers patients computer technologist and SEARHC staff. Able to work independently within a small department. Able to collaboratively work with other Radiologists and staff in purchasing new equipment.