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Overview: The Radiologist is a medical doctor specialized in diagnosing and interpreting medical images. Board-certified Radiologists have achieved certification from the American Board of Radiology (ABR), demonstrating advanced expertise in their field. Board-eligible Radiologists have completed their residency and are in the process of obtaining board certification.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Medical Degree:
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
Residency:
Completion of an accredited residency program in Radiology.
Basic Life Support (AHA or ARC with hands on training).
Certifications:
Board Certification/Eligibility:
Board certification in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) is preferred. Board-eligible candidates must be in the process of obtaining certification.
State Licensure:
Active medical license to practice radiology in the relevant state.
Professional Experience:
Clinical Experience:
Typically 1-5 years of clinical experience in radiology, including residency training and any post-residency experience.
Experience with Imaging Modalities:
Experience in interpreting various imaging modalities, including X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound, is preferred.
Experience with Research:
Experience in medical research and published works preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Sub Specialization:
Sub specialization or additional training in areas such as interventional radiology, neuroradiology, or musculoskeletal radiology is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
Image Interpretation and Diagnosis:
Analyze and interpret a wide range of medical images, including X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds.
Provide accurate diagnostic information and detailed reports based on image findings.
Identify and diagnose various conditions, including fractures, tumors, infections, and internal bleeding.
Patient Care and Communication:
Communicate findings and diagnostic impressions to referring physicians and healthcare teams.
Discuss findings with patients as necessary, explaining imaging results and recommended next steps.
Procedural Work:
Perform and interpret specialized imaging procedures, such as fluoroscopy, angiography, and biopsies, if applicable.
Ensure proper technique and safety protocols during imaging procedures.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain accurate and detailed records of image interpretations, diagnostic conclusions, and patient reports.
Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation for referring physicians and medical records.
Quality Assurance and Improvement:
Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives to ensure high standards of imaging and diagnostic accuracy.
Stay current with advancements in radiological techniques and technology.
Collaboration and Consultation:
Collaborate with other medical professionals, including surgeons, oncologists, and primary care physicians, to provide integrated patient care.
Consult on complex cases and provide expert opinions as needed.
Skills and Abilities:
Clinical Expertise:
Proficiency in interpreting and diagnosing a wide range of medical images and conditions.
Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical skills for accurate image interpretation and diagnosis.
Communication Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with referring physicians, patients, and healthcare teams.
Attention to Detail:
High attention to detail to ensure accurate diagnosis and reporting.
Technological Proficiency:
Familiarity with imaging technology and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Additional Attributes:
Empathy and Patient Focus:
Ability to communicate findings clearly and sensitively, understanding the impact of diagnoses on patients.
Adaptability:
Flexibility to adapt to evolving imaging technologies and practices.
*The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.
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