This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Additional Requirement: Must be board-certified in Radiology by the American Board of Radiology. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: The physician should be physically and mentally capable to perform the duties of the position including formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan and educate residents. Physical activities include mostly sitting. The incumbent should be emotionally and mentally stable; and capable to perform the duties of the position.
**This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCMENT and will remain open until Thursday, September 30, 2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be August 5, 2025, with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks. Eligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available.** Are you ready to bring your radiology expertise to a top-tier academic medical center that blends mission-driven service with cutting-edge imaging and innovation? The San Francisco VA Health Care System is seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Diagnostic Radiologist to join our dynamic Radiology team. We are currently hiring for both Abdominal Imaging and General Radiology positions. This is a unique opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities in the world while serving those who've served our country. Whether you're an academic radiologist looking to grow in a teaching hospital environment or a seasoned generalist who thrives in a collaborative, mission-oriented setting, we want to hear from you. Why Choose the San Francisco VA? VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm PST Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact 21CCOEEDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off 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 (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting The Diagnostic Radiology Radiologist duties include the full range of diagnostic medical and/or surgical care for inpatient and outpatient VA patients including consultation, diagnosis, therapy, and treatment, and prognosis of patients referred to the Radiology Service. Duties also include the supervision and education of resident physicians and medical students from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in Radiology related matters. Duties include but not limited to: a. Perform all diagnostic radiology procedures, including evaluation of indication, protocol, triaging, sedation, previewing for exam quality at completion of exam, administering contrast, and obtaining informed consent for contrast/procedures. b. Formal interpretation of the results of all diagnostic radiology procedures within 24 hours, in accordance with Joint Commission requirements and the policies of the Radiology Service, such as "Handling of Radiography Reports Policy", "Communication of Critical Results Policy.", and any additional policies relating to interpretation and communication of radiographic findings. c. Consult with other services regarding Diagnostic Radiology procedures including but not limited to preliminary reports as necessary for patient care. d. Post-procedure evaluation and clinical consultation regarding complications of Diagnostic Radiology procedures. e. Supervision of radiology fellows, residents and other medical students in accordance with Veterans Health Care Administration (VHA) Handbook 1400.1, entitled Resident Supervision, dated December 12, 2012. f. Timely verification of all Diagnostic Radiology examinations according to current published VAMCSF performance standards. g. Shall be physically present in sub-specialized radiology area cases requiring conscious sedation. h. Maintain work area in a safe and orderly manner and perform other related activities and special assignments as required. i. Additional administrative duties as assigned.