Physician- Radiology, Breast Imaging -133 - University Health Associates

Breast Imaging Radiologist

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West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Radiologyseek a breast radiologist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV.

Depending on operational needs, a successful candidate may also be assigned to provide services at additional worksites in West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. In such instances, travel would be anticipated and expected to fulfill said duties at these additional sites.

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The successful candidate will practice in the area of breast imaging to include interpretation of screening and diagnostic exams and performance of image-guided breast procedures. . In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

The candidate will work onsite at the Betty Puskar Breast Care Center (BPBCC), an ACR Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, in Morgantown, WV. The BPBCC is a hub of breast imaging in West Virginia and receives referrals from throughout the state and nearby areas of neighboring states. Screening and diagnostic mammograms including tomosynthesis (Hologic), diagnostic breast ultrasounds (GE), and screening automated breast ultrasound exams (GE) are performed at the BPBCC. A high volume of breast imaging procedures including stereotactic biopsies on an upright system with tomosynthesis-guided capabilities, ultrasound-guided biopsies, and image-guided localization procedures primarily with radioactive seeds are also performed at the BPBCC daily. The breast radiologists also interpret breast MRIs (two 16-coil Siemens scanners), perform MRI-guided biopsies, and read screening mammograms via teleradiology for three additional WVU Medicine mammography facilities as well as the Bonnie’s Bus Mobile Mammography Unit.

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The successful candidate will join a cohesive breast imaging team, which currently includes four fellowship-trained breast radiologists, nurses including a certified nurse navigator, and mammography and breast ultrasound technologists. The breast imaging team works closely with the remainder of the breast care team at the WVU Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center, including dedicated breast surgeons and oncologists. The breast radiologists participate actively in a weekly well-attended and organized breast tumor board. The breast imaging section also welcomes and actively teaches rotating medical students and radiology residents, and there is also an ACGME-accredited breast imaging fellowship position.

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Candidates must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in radiology and must have completed a breast imaging fellowship. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

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The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer. With 2,000 licensed beds and 2,000 active medical staff, the Health System includes 16 hospitals, including a 675-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, West Virginia; seven community hospitals; and eight critical access hospitals. The Health System also manages five hospitals and is building a new 150-bed Children’s Hospital on its main medical campus. To learn more, visitWVUMedicine.org.

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Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD.

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Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn, and make a difference from day one. To learn more, visithttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/radio/and apply online athttp://wvumedicine.org/careers/. For additional information, please contact Erin Mills, Senior Physician Recruiter, aterin.mills@wvumedicine.org

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West Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity.

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