Radiologist Chief of Diagnostic Imaging opportunity in Ft. Harrison (Helena), Montana Work / Life Balance, Outstanding VA Benefits

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Are you ready for an exciting career move that combines professional excellence with a thriving personal life? Helena, Montana is right in the heart of Big Sky Country! Montana isnt just a place; its a way of life. Montanas unspoiled nature make for a one-of-a-kind backdrop for your next adventure and career opportunity! Ft. Harrison is located just outside of the state capitol of Helena, MT. Helena exists at a crossroads between past and present, tame, and untamed, mountainous wilderness and hometown warmth. A place where you can hike for miles without seeing a soul, stroll through our charming downtown, and enjoy local restaurants with breathtaking viewsall in the same day.

Montana VA Health Care System (MTVAHCS) is seeking a Physician - Radiologist Chief of Diagnostic Imaging. This position requires the incumbent to provide direct outpatient care as a member of an interprofessional radiologist team.

Duties :

Section Chief / Administrative Functions (40%)

• Provides leadership, management, and oversight of providers and / or programs that support Diagnostic Imaging (DI).
• Collaborates in the development and maintenance of written policies and procedures defining operational requirements for DI.
• Routinely participates in regularly scheduled DI management meetings.
• Assures that the necessary aspects of orientation are covered at the service level for all radiologists, including information security, CPRS training, and virtual related training and documentation.
• Monitor DI performance and assess adherence to VA standards, assure quality and effectiveness of care, and meet VA performance measures.
• Conducts, monitors, and maintains OPPEs and FPPEs for staff radiologists.
• Develops and monitors performance / outcome metrics and conducts analysis of existing DI programs and services. Makes recommendations to the ACOS for program's strategic direction, productivity, improved process performance, and capital utilization.
• Ensures DI programs are compliant with all regulatory and accrediting body requirements.
• Respond to patient inquiries that arise from daily practice, through the Patient Advocate, through the front office, and by Congressional action.
• Evaluates and determines a course of action which will result in the most favorable patient or organizational outcome.
• Assumes full responsibility for working with leadership to prioritize, implement, onboard, manage operations, and terminate Diagnostic Imaging operations when / as appropriate, to include clinic cancellations.
• Adapts to changing circumstances while displaying a high degree of interpersonal skill.

Clinical Responsibilities (60%)

This position requires the incumbent to provide direct outpatient care as a member of an interprofessional radiologist team.

Preferred Experience : American Board of Radiology certified or eligible.

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Helena, MT is the state capitol with a population of 35,000 people. Helena has one of the largest city park systems in the US with a combined 1,000 acres. It is also the perfect mid-way point between Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park. Helena is located just miles from the Missouri River and some of the best fly fishing in the world.

Located near Helena, the Fort Harrison VA Medical Center campus offers health services at several different facilities :