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Shape the Future of Veteran Care: Become an Interventional Radiologist at VA Long Beach Healthcare System!

Are you a skilled Interventional Radiologist seeking a dynamic and fulfilling career? The VA Long Beach Healthcare System invites you to become an integral part of our esteemed Imaging Service, dedicated to providing exceptional care to our nation’s Veterans. you’ll have the opportunity to serve those who have served our country, all while advancing your career in a supportive and progressive environment. We are committed to fostering professional growth and ensuring our staff have access to the latest technology and resources. Situated in the vibrant community of Long Beach, California, our medical center provides a comprehensive array of primary and specialty health services. Our dedicated teams are focused on enhancing the health and well-being of our Veterans through compassionate and innovative care.

Reasons to Consider Residing in the Long Beach Metropolitan Area

Why Choose the VA Long Beach Healthcare System?

• Collaborative Environment: Join a dedicated team of 18 radiologists, including 4 Interventional Radiologists, 6 Interventional Radiology technologists, and 7 Interventional Radiology Registered Nurses. Our modern, fully equipped facility allows for the delivery of complex and life-changing interventions for our Veterans.
• Diverse Practice: Enjoy a balanced role that includes 50% Interventional Radiology and 50% General Diagnostic Radiology, covering both inpatient and outpatient settings.Diagnostic coverage includes general X-ray, ultrasound, body CT, and body
• Advanced Procedures: Engage in a broad range of image-guided interventions, such as Y-90 radioembolization, prostate artery embolization, and endovascular management of peripheral arterial disease, as well as spinal procedures, biopsies, drainages, and more.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Actively participate in our facility's weekly vascular conference, genitourinary tumor board, and liver/ GI tumor board to foster a comprehensive approach to patient care. Collaborate with leading specialists in the fields of oncology, surgery, and vascular medicine.
• Call Coverage: 1:4 weeks, complemented by resident call support.
• Academic Affiliations: We have an affiliation with the University of California, Irvine, offering academic appointments and resident teaching opportunities. Benefit from a teaching-friendly environment that encourages mentorship and professional development.
• Work Schedule: Enjoy a compressed tour of duty, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Completed Residency Training.
• Board Certified or Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Recent or upcoming new grads welcomed!

Comprehensive benefits packages, we offer the following:

• Competitive Starting Annual Salary: $375,000-$400,000. Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive up to $15,000 in performance-based pay annually. Furthermore, employees can qualify for Proficiency Awards, which are available in addition to Pay for Performance incentives. Regular salary reviews will occur every two years, and all employees will receive cost-of-living adjustments annually.
• Continuing Education: As a VA physician, you can earn CME credits at no cost. You can receive $1,000 or more annually and five days of paid absences to attend CME courses (conditions apply).
• Paid Time Off: You will receive 208 hours or approximately 26 days of annual leave a year. Unlimited accumulation of paid sick time and 11 paid federal holidays will begin accruing upon entry.
• Workers Compensation: Consultation, review, referral, and processing support for all employees regarding work-related injuries and occupational illnesses.
• Liability Protection: VA physicians are covered under federal tort laws and may be defended by the United States against allegations of malpractice or negligence.
• Health Insurance: With Federal Employees Health Benefits, choose from a variety of self or family preferred provider or health maintenance organizations.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, supplemental dental and/or vision benefits are available to you and your family.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Allows you to save tax-advantaged money for health care expenses with a Health Care or Limited Expense Health Care FSA. Think of it as a savings account that helps you pay for items that typically aren’t covered by your employee healthcare plan, dental and vision insurance program, or other health insurance coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts: A High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) provides traditional medical coverage and a triple-tax advantaged way to help you build savings for future medical expenses while providing you greater flexibility and discretion over how you use your health care benefits.
• Life Insurance: Plan for what’s next with Federal Employees Group Life Insurance, which is group term life insurance covering you and eligible family members.
• Pension: Your basic annuity is computed based on your length of service and “high-3” average salary and become vested in the Federal Employee Retirement System, Basic/Defined Benefit pension after only 5 years of creditable civilian service.
• Thrift Savings Plan A Federal 401k Equivalent with 5 % agency match. Allowing you to contribute up to $23,500 annual elective deferral to your account. Become vested after only 3 years of creditable civilian service.

• Experience peace of mind knowing you and your family will be well cared for! #VACareers #WorkatVA #ChooseVALongBeach. I choose VA Long Beach and you should too!

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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