Chief of Nuclear Medicine, San Antonio, Texas

Do you have a passion for Nuclear Medicine and leading a team? The South Texas VA Health Care System (STVHCS) is seeking a motivated and experienced physician to serve as the Chief of Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT. In this leadership role, you will wear two hats:Here's what you'll get to do:We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:To qualify, you'll need:Ready to make a difference for our veterans? Apply today! This is a great opportunity for a physician who wants to combine their clinical expertise with leadership skills. Join our team and make a real impact!

• Clinical Expertise: You'll interpret studies, provide patient care, and ensure high-quality diagnostic services.
• Leadership: You'll oversee all aspects of Nuclear Medicine at STVHCS, including staff supervision, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Lead the Nuclear Medicine Section: You'll supervise physicians and technologists, ensuring a smooth-running department.
• Provide Top-Notch Patient Care: Your expertise in Nuclear Medicine will be essential for accurate diagnoses and treatment plans for our veterans.
• Promote Safety and Quality: You'll be responsible for maintaining a safe radiation environment and ensuring we meet all quality standards.
• Stay at the Forefront: You'll have input on equipment and technology to keep our department modern and efficient.
• Contribute to Education: You'll play a role in training medical students, residents, and technologists.
• Paid time off: 50-55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
• Health insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plan with options for medical, vision, and dental coverage (many plans can be continued into retirement)
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension with 5 year vesting and federal 401k with up to 5% contributions by VA
• Life insurance: Various life insurance options for additional financial security
• Free malpractice coverage
• CME reimbursement: Up to $1,000 per year for continuing medical education (for full-time, board-certified physicians)
• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree
• Current, full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.
• Residency training in Nuclear Medicine (preferred)
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a staff radiologist (preferred)
• Leadership experience (preferred)

About Department of Veterans Affairs

More than 6.3 million Veterans and their families turn to us for care every year, and it is our duty to provide them with the best health care available. Our team of 250,000 full-time employees and 90,000 health professional trainees work together on interdisciplinary care teams to deliver critical services to our Nation’s Veterans.From Iraqi Freedom service members to those who survived WWII, our Veterans need us. We renewed our focus on increasing access to care by beginning one of our largest hiring initiatives ever.With challenging cases and advanced equipment, VA offers careers for physicians and nurses at all acuity levels, from primary care to subspecialties. Our interdisciplinary careers offer growth opportunities for mental health and rehabilitative service providers. Find out what VA can offer you.