We are eager to add a persistent Pediatric, Academic Pediatric Radiology to join our all-star team at University of Missouri Healthcare in Columbia, MO.
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Academic Pediatric Radiology All Ranks Non-Tenure Track The University of Missouri School of Medicine, Department of Radiology , is seeking an ABR board certified/eligible Pediatric Radiologist to join our department.
The successful candidate will read diagnostic imaging exams and over-read diagnostic radiology residents. This position offers a rich variety of plain film, fluoroscopy, CT, MR, and ultrasound exams including fetal MRI. The ideal candidate will be comfortable reading all areas of Pediatric Radiology. A fellowship in Pediatric Imaging is preferred. Pediatric Radiology enjoys a close collaborative relationship with pediatric clinicians. MU is building a new Children's Hospital next to the main University Hospital which will open in the spring of 2024. Pediatric Radiology will have a dedicated imaging suite at the new Children's Hospital with x-ray, fluoroscopy, US, CT, MRI, PET and Pediatric Radiology Reading Room in the imaging suite. We are currently fully staffed in Pediatric Radiology but anticipate expansion of the referring pediatric subspecialists with the opening of the new Children's Hospital. Thus, we are hiring in anticipation of growth. MU Radiology imaging equipment is state-of-the-art and includes 9 MRI scanners (one 7T, four 3T, four 1.5 T) and 7 CT scanners (including multiple dual-energy CTs and a photon counting CT to be installed in the new Pediatric Radiology Imaging Suite). The Department of Radiology performs >330,000 exams per year and is financially successful.
Responsibilities: Interpret and report on pediatric radiologic exams, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray studies Perform interventional procedures, such as biopsies and vascular access, in a safe and effective manner Collaborate with other medical specialists to develop individualized treatment plans for patients Participate in academic and research activities to advance the field of pediatric radiology Contribute to the education of residents, fellows, and medical students Qualifications: Board certification in Diagnostic Radiology Successful completion of a Pediatric Radiology fellowship Strong clinical skills and experience in pediatric radiology Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Commitment to providing the highest quality patient care About Our Team All radiology clinical faculty receive dedicated academic time and have many opportunities to develop educational interests and/or pursue research interests. We have a strong basic science division with a particular strength in MRI physics. Research coordinator and biostatistical support for clinical faculty research projects are provided. Pediatric Radiologists participate in numerous multidisciplinary conferences and enjoy the respect of our referring clinicians. Our radiologists teach medical students, residents and fellows. The MU Diagnostic Radiology residency is currently 20 residents (5 per class) and we are expanding to add 5 Interventional Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology (IR/DR) residents (1 per class). We have an approved pediatric imaging fellowship program . MU offers 4 years of fellowship level training on the ABR Alternate Pathway for the appropriate candidate.
Our Investment Looking to the future, MU is making a huge investment in medical research. The recently opened NextGen Precision Health Institute is a $220 million, 265,000-square-foot research facility that is a hub where scientists and clinicians collaborate with experts in other disciplines. The NextGen Precision Health building is sited immediately adjacent to the University Hospital. The facility is equipped for every step of the translational research process and houses a MAGNETOM Terra 7 Tesla (7T) MRI scanner, the first of its kind in Missouri. This scanner is used for both clinical care and research. In addition, the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) is a major provider of medical isotopes in North America. TheraSphere®, a treatment for liver cancer; Ceretec™, the first brain imaging agent; and Quadramet®, an agent designed to relieve pain associated with metastatic cancer to the bone were developed by MURR scientists. MU has an ongoing, active radiopharmaceutical development program.
Benefits of working as a Pediatric, Academic Pediatric Radiology in Columbia, MO:
? Career Growth Potential
? Advancement opportunities
? Generous Compensation
