2027-2028 Cardiothoracic Imaging Fellowship

The Department of Radiology and Medical Imaging at the University of Virginia seeks candidates for a tenure-ineligible Clinical Instructor position in the Cardiothoracic Imaging track for a July 1 2027 start date.

The Cardiothoracic Imaging Fellowship will include a balanced combination of cardiovascular and thoracic imaging. This includes interpretation of CT and MRI studies of the cardiovascular system as well as hands-on experience in the acquisition of CT and MRI cardiac images for all indications including stress testing and pediatric and adult congenital heart disease. Thoracic imaging will be configured to provide experience in conventional radiography CT and MRI of the chest with focus in pulmonary mediastinal and pleural pathology. The opportunity to gain experience in thoracic image-guided procedures under US and CT guidance is also available.

The Cardiothoracic Clinical Instructor will actively participate in multi-disciplinary conferences with Cardiology Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Pulmonology and Pathology; as well as in daily teaching activities through interactions with residents medical students and clinical faculty. The Clinical Instructor will be encouraged to participate in research projects during the fellowship with academic time granted to pursue these endeavors.

In addition the Department provides final reads to our ED patients on a 24-7 basis with overnight coverage being provided by our fellows who elect to participate in the program. Overnight work can be performed from home and includes subspecialty attending back-up as needed. This optional program bolsters income in a comfortable environment while promoting the maintenance and further development of general radiology skills in preparation for boards and practice

To learn more about the program please visit UVA Medical Center ranks in the top 100 hospitals in the country according to US News and World Report and is recognized as one of the best benchmark hospitals. University of Virginia (UVA) Health is located in Charlottesville a beautiful and highly desirable location of the Mid-Atlantic region two hours drive from Washington D.C. with the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west and the beaches of the Atlantic coast to the east. It is consistently rated as one of the best US cities to live in based on cost of living climate and quality of life. Affiliation with the University of Virginia provides the opportunity for constant exposure to athletic cultural and social events.

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent and successfully completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at an ACGME accredited institution or successfully completed a diagnostic radiology residency accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)