SOM Cardiothoracic Radiologist (M67902)

Mission or Goal of Unit: The mission of the Department of Radiology is to create a world-class department by providing optimal care in a patient-centered environment, providing sub-specialty expertise, providing top quality imaging and therapeutic procedures, and to advance medical education and research, with a vision to create a department that lives up to the “Image of Excellence” mantra and is recognized as top tier nationally and internationally.


Chief Purpose of this position: We are seeking applicants for a Cardiothoracic Radiology faculty position to provide specialized cardiovascular imaging interpretation of conventional radiography, chest CT, HRCT, CTA, lung cancer screening, in addition to cardiac CTA and cardiovascular MR in an 865-bed VCU Medical Cener with a six-bay Level 1 Trauma Center suite and referral center. Services are also provided by the Section for the Massey Cancer Center, Pauley Heart Center, Interstitial Lung Disease Institute, pre- and post-operative lung and heart transplantation care. This full-time cardiothoracic position will train medical students, residents and fellows within the large, highly productive academic radiology department.


Position Responsibilities:

• Teaching - Provide training to medical students, residents and fellows, who rotate through the Department of Radiology.

• Clinical - Provide high quality, sub-specialized imaging interpretations for assigned modalities in support of the referring physicians and patients of VCUHS. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of pulmonologists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and other healthcare providers to provide accurate and timely diagnoses.
• Scholarly Activities - Faculty are encouraged to participate in activities related to national societies and organizations to maintain clinical excellence.
• Service - Time and effort is expected to be devoted to academic service-related activities. This shall include college, school, and departmental committee work, professional growth, and other such assignments.

Required Qualifications:

• ABR certification or documentation of passing the Core Component of the ABR Board examination

• Be fellowship trained in Cardiothoracic Radiology and have an interest in teaching and research

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

• Candidates must be eligible for a Virginia medical license; must be eligible for permanent employment in the USA

We offer a highly competitive compensation package. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. In-person and hybrid options of work will be considered.