Faculty Physician Radiology Abdominal Imaging

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Abdominal Radiologist to join our medical team. As an Abdominal Radiologist, you will be responsible for interpreting and diagnosing images of the abdominal region obtained through various imaging modalities such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, and ultrasound. Your expertise will be crucial in providing accurate and timely diagnoses to aid in the treatment and management of abdominal conditions and diseases. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Image Interpretation: Utilize your expertise to interpret abdominal imaging studies including X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, and ultrasound examinations to diagnose abdominal conditions and diseases accurately.

Diagnostic Reporting: Prepare detailed and comprehensive diagnostic reports based on your interpretations of abdominal imaging studies. Ensure that reports are clear, concise, and provide clinically relevant information to assist referring physicians in patient management.

Consultation and Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with referring physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss imaging findings, provide consultation, and assist in developing appropriate treatment plans for patients with abdominal conditions.

Minimally Invasive Procedures: Perform minimally invasive, image-guided procedures, such as biopsies, aspirations, and injections. Using techniques such as fluoroscopy, CT, or ultrasound to precisely target and navigate instruments within the abdominal anatomy. Administer local anesthesia or sedation as needed to ensure patient comfort during procedures.

Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of diagnostic accuracy and quality assurance in interpreting abdominal imaging studies. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review processes to ensure the highest level of patient care.

Continuing Education: Stay updated with the latest advancements, techniques, and guidelines in abdominal radiology through continuous education (CME) and participation in relevant conferences, workshops, and seminars.

Patient Care: Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and excellent communication skills in interactions with patients undergoing abdominal imaging studies. Provide clear explanations of procedures and findings to patients and address any concerns or questions they may have.

Research and Academic Activities: Engage in academic and research activities related to abdominal radiology. Contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field through participation in research projects, publications, and presentations. Also participate in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, imparting knowledge about imaging techniques, anatomy, and pathology of the central nervous system.

Adherence to Regulatory Guidelines: Ensure compliance with all regulatory guidelines, standards, and protocols related to abdominal imaging, patient safety, and data confidentiality.

Equipment Maintenance: Collaborate with the technical staff to ensure proper maintenance and calibration of imaging equipment used for abdominal studies, ensuring optimal image quality and diagnostic accuracy.

Teamwork and Professional Development: Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, case discussions, and professional development activities. Mentor and support junior staff and residents in their training and development in abdominal radiology.

Requirements:

MD or DO Degree.

Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Radiology or equivalent.

Fellowship trained in abdominal imaging.

North Carolina Medical License or Eligible.

About Us

Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) is a U.S. News and World Report top 50 ranked medical school, integrated with a world-class health system, Atrium Health. WFUSM, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise, is a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery. WFUSM, has over $300M in annual, extramural funding that drives a cutting-edge Academic Learning Health System by integrating innovative research with excellent patient care across our enterprise.

Atrium Health is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. AHWFB is an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem - that includes Brenner Children's Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians.

Our highly integrated academic and clinical environment is deeply committed to improving health, elevating hope, and advancing healing - for all.

It should be noted that while you are applying on the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Career Site, you will receive communications from the Atrium Health Recruitment Team. Please know that this is an expected process. Thanks in advance for your flexibility.

About the Team

Mission, Vision and Culture Commitments

Mission

To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.

Vision

To be the first and best choice for care.

Culture Commitments

We create a space where all Belong

We Work as One to make great things happen

We earn Trust in all we do

We Innovate to better the now and create the future

We drive for Excellence - always