Located in downtown Baltimore, the Baltimore VA Medical Center (VAMC) is a premier facility within the VA Maryland Health Care System and an academic affiliate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM). The Baltimore VAMC is a modern 324-bed facility adjacent to University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Both hospitals are conveniently connected by a walkway which facilitates integration of educational, research and clinical activities. Our facility is known for its advanced medical care, cutting-edge research, and collaborative teaching environment.

The Baltimore VAMC is one of only a few VA Medical Centers in the country with two large federally funded programs in geriatrics - Geriatric Research Education Clinical Center (GRECC) and a Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center. It is currently ranked as one of the top VA Medical Centers in VA-funded research.

Why Join Us?

• Cutting-Edge Imaging - Work with a wide range of imaging modalities, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, general radiology, fluoroscopy, mammography, and nuclear medicine.
• Procedural Expertise - Perform a variety of image-guided procedures, such as paracentesis, thyroid FNA, biopsies, lumbar punctures, joint injections, and more.
• Subspecialty Focus - Serve as a subject matter expert in body imaging, including body CT, body MRI, and fluoroscopy.
• Academic Opportunities - Enjoy teaching and mentoring through our strong affiliation with the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
• Work-Life Balance - Say goodbye to private practice pressures! Enjoy a predictable schedule, generous federal benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Strong proficiency in interpreting a variety of imaging studies.
• Experience or interest in Body Imaging with a focus on Body MRI.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and working in an academic setting.
• Eager to participate in multi-disciplinary Tumor Boards.

Benefits:
At the VA Maryland Health Care System, you’ll experience a mission-driven career with unmatched benefits, including competitive salary, loan repayment programs, pension plans, and comprehensive health coverage.

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized!!
Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off 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)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM

About the Area:
Downtown Baltimore is a vibrant urban center that combines historic charm with modern amenities. From the scenic Inner Harbor and its waterfront attractions to cultural landmarks like the Walters Art Museum and the American Visionary Art Museum, Baltimore offers endless opportunities for exploration. The city boasts a thriving food scene, professional sports teams, and easy access to major cities like Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and New York.

About Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, providing care at 1,321 health care facilities, including 172 VA Medical Centers and 1,138 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics) to over 9 million Veterans enrolled in the VA health care program. VHA Medical Centers provide a wide range of services including traditional hospital-based services such as surgery, critical care, mental health, orthopedics, pharmacy, radiology and physical therapy. In addition, most of our medical centers offer additional medical and surgical specialty services including audiology & speech pathology, dermatology, dental, geriatrics, neurology, oncology, podiatry, prosthetics, urology, and vision care. Some medical centers also offer advanced services such as organ transplants and plastic surgery.

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