Contract Nuclear Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Interpretation of Imaging Studies:

• Interpret nuclear medicine imaging studies, including PET scans, SPECT scans, bone scans, thyroid scans, cardiac scans, and other relevant nuclear imaging studies.
• If also a radiologist, interpretation of general radiology studies would be expected when not engaged in primary duties as a nuclear medicine physician.
• Provide timely and accurate diagnostic reports, following standard protocols and diagnostic criteria.

Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals:

• Ensure appropriate and safe administration of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
• Monitor and manage patients receiving therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.

Therapeutic Procedures:

• Perform therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, such as radioiodine therapy, radiolabeled antibody therapy, and other targeted radionuclide therapies.
• Oversee patient preparation and post-procedure care related to therapeutic interventions.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including radiologists, oncologists, cardiologists, endocrinologists, and primary care providers, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and tumor boards to discuss patient cases and imaging findings.

Patient Care:

• Communicate effectively with patients regarding imaging results, therapeutic procedures, and follow-up care.
• Provide patient education on nuclear medicine procedures and radiation safety.

Quality Assurance:

• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives within the nuclear medicine section.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) and state regulations.

Education and Training:

• Provide education and training to radiology residents, fellows, medical students, and nuclear medicine technologists.
• Participate in continuing medical education (CME) to stay current with advancements in nuclear medicine technology and techniques.

Research and Development:

• Optional engagement in clinical research projects related to nuclear medicine and contribute to the advancement of the field.
• Optional participation in grant writing and publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals.

Administrative Duties:

• Assist in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures related to nuclear medicine.
• Participate in departmental meetings and committees as required.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual paid time offer 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

Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Alternative work hours, if desired, should be agreed upon at the time of hire.