Interventional Radiologist
Company: Denver Health
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
We are recruiting for a Interventional Radiologist to join our
team!We are here for life's journey.Where is your life journey
taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects
something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us
all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in
health.DepartmentRadiologistsFull-time Faculty Position: Denver
Health Medical CenterLocated in the city of Denver, Denver Health,
in collaboration with the University of Colorado School of
Medicine, is seeking an Interventional Radiologist to join our
team. We offer a stimulating and supportive environment that
prioritizes both patient care and physician well-being in
state-of-the-art facilities completely renovated in 2021: .Denver
Health aims for a world-class interventional radiology (IR)
division focused on delivering efficient, productive, and
cutting-edge clinical care; a robust and growing educational
program for students and residents; and a research portfolio
focused on collaboration with others inside and outside the
department. The IR section providers are comprised of four full
time physicians and one nurse practitioner. With two fluoroscopy
suites and a third combined fluoroscopy-CT suite, the section
provides the entire gamut of IR procedures including:
interventional oncology, men's and women's health interventions,
trauma embolizations, superficial and deep venous interventions,
and musculoskeletal and pain interventions. Clinic and inpatient
rounds ensure important longitudinal care for our patients.All
faculty at Denver Health have faculty appointments at the
University of Colorado School of Medicine and are valued
participants in University and Department of Radiology functions.
Faculty have access to the academic and cultural resources of
Denver Health, the University, and other affiliate institutions. In
addition to direct clinical care, expanded education roles and
research opportunities are available for candidates that are
interested.The OrganizationDenver Health is an integrated,
efficient, academic health care system that is considered a model
for the nation. As Colorado's primary safety net institution,
Denver Health is committed to serving all patients, regardless of
the ability to pay, and caring for the underserved is part of the
Denver Health mission. Denver Health serves the city of Denver and
the entire Rocky Mountain region, providing the full spectrum of
medical services from primary to oncologic care. Denver Health
provides primary care services via a citywide network of community
health centers, school-based health clinics, and a recently opened
outpatient medical center. Inpatient services are housed in
multiple campus buildings with 555 adult, pediatric, and OB/GYN
beds. Denver Health's Emergency Medicine program is nationally
renowned, with over 120,000 patient visits per year. Denver
Health's Level 1 Trauma Center is one of the world's leading trauma
centers and has amongst the highest survival rates in the country
with IR playing a key role in the non-operative management of many
trauma patients.The IR section recently completed major renovations
in 2021 with the installation of three state of the art Canon
fluoroscopy suites one of which is integrated with a CT scanner -
the only combined fluoroscopy-CT suite in Colorado. Dedicated
provider workspaces complement the fully capable procedure suites.
IR is located on the first floor of the main hospital adjacent to
the emergency department with easy access to both the medical and
surgical intensive care units. The extensive network of outpatient
Denver Health clinics and busy ED/inpatient services generate a
robust and varied IR practice with over 4500 procedures performed
annually.Position SummaryDenver Health, in collaboration with the
University of Colorado, is seeking a board eligible or credentialed
Interventional Radiologist to join the IR division at the level of
an assistant, associate, or full professor, depending on the level
of experience. The candidate being sought will participate in the
delivery of the full spectrum of interventional radiology services,
including staffing of procedures, clinic, inpatient rounds, and
multidisciplinary conferences.Denver Health interventional
radiologists actively participate in the education of University of
Colorado medical students, diagnostic radiology, and integrated and
independent interventional radiology residents. The section also
serves as a training site for Red Rocks physician assistant
students. The IR section, and Department of Radiology as a whole,
value patient-centered care and a highly collaborative work
environment. There is a strong working relationship with surgery,
oncology, medicine, and other services.Candidate
Qualifications:
- M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent medical degree; board
certification or eligibility in Interventional Radiology;
eligibility for licensure in Colorado
- The ability to be appointed at the Assistant, Associate, or
Full Professor rank, depending on experience.
Experience/aspirations toward having a local and/or national
reputation of clinical excellence, teaching, and scholarly
excellence is preferredPosition Details, Salary, and Benefits:This
position is a full-time 100% IR position, which equates to four
clinical days per week and Q4 home call coverage. Interventional
radiology salaries are highly competitive. Denver Health offers
full benefits, including an attractive 401(a) Social Security
replacement savings program, a 457(b)-retirement savings program,
and employer matching contributions. Full details are available
online and from human resources.Dedicated academic funds are
provided for licensing fees, Board MOC fees, conference attendance,
and other academic expenditures.Procedure for Candidacy:All
candidates are required to submit a CV and cover letter either by
email to addresses below or through the Denver Health HR website.
If submitting via the website, please also email to indicate the
documents have been submitted. Receipt of CV and cover letter will
be confirmed via email.Eric T. Aaltonen, MD MPHInterventional
Radiology Chief, Denver HealthAaron OrtizManager, Provider
RecruitmentNominations of others, expressions of initial interest,
or questions can be submitted to Dr. Aaltonen. All discussions
about this search, and initial applications, will be handled in
strict confidence.References will be checked before selecting a
final candidate, though reference checking occurs later in the
process and will proceed only after discussion with the
candidate.Denver Health values diversity and is committed to equal
opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability,
ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by
law.Minimum Requirements: Certificate/License/Registration: Medical
license to practice in State of Colorado. All physicians must be
board-certified within a reasonable amount of time as determined by
the Medical Staff OfficeEssential Functions:
- Clinical Practice - Maintains an active practice in radiology.
Leads by example in achieving own clinical practice productivity,
quality goals and patient satisfaction (80%)
- Performs privileged procedures as outline in Department of
Radiology Clinical Procedures documentation. (20%)Education:
- Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited medical school
Required
- Completed accredited residency programs for specialist, or
equivalent. Equivalent training applicable for those physicians who
are not U.S. residency trained. New finishing residents generally
are not expected to be board-certified but should be
board-certified within a reasonable amount of time as determined by
the Medical Staff Office. Experience: Requirements will be
determined on a position-by-position basis.Licenses:
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart
Association Required and
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart
Association Required and
- MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required andKnowledge,
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical
principles, procedures and techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient
treatment.
- Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support
activities while providing quality medical care.
- Able to receive detailed information through oral
communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social
skills.
- Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational,
socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value
systems.
- Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish
goals.
- Computer skills required.ShiftWork TypeRegularSalary$435,100.00
- $526,400.00 / yrBenefits
- Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year,
immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and
generous medical plans
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands,
travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education & development opportunities including career pathways
and coaching
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared
governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free
student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF
program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health
Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employerOur Values
- Respect
- Belonging
- Accountability
- TransparencyAll job applicants for safety-sensitive positions
must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of
employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated,
high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the
nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care
medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10
family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky
Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO
and The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorado's primary, and
essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a
mission-driven organization that has provided billions in
uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an
Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and
purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community
needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000
children a year.Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just
minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities
Denver has to offer.We strongly support diversity in the workforce
and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).Denver
Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions
reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our
commitment to diversity visit:
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