Physician (Radiology-Diagnostic)

Position Overview: This role is associated with the Defense Health Agency at the Army Medical Center Madigan, specifically within the Department of Radiology, situated in Tacoma, Washington.

This is a Direct Hire Opportunity:

• Recruitment incentives may be available.

• Salary negotiations could be possible for candidates new to Federal service.

• Non-Federal work experience may count towards leave accrual.

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

Joint Base Lewis-McChord, along with its associated clinics and dental facilities, is located at Fort Lewis, Washington, close to Tacoma. Madigan AMC is recognized as one of only three Level Two trauma centers within the U.S. Medical Command.

Tacoma is a vibrant city with a population of 200,000, positioned between Seattle and Olympia, the state capital. The area combines the benefits of larger urban centers with a welcoming community atmosphere. Visitors are drawn to downtown Tacoma for its world-class museums, hotels, and theaters, while the natural beauty of Puget Sound and Mount Rainier attracts outdoor enthusiasts. Notable attractions include the Broadway Center for the Performing Arts, Chihuly Bridge of Glass, Emerald Downs Racetrack, Emerald Queen Casino, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Lakewold Gardens, and the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad, showcasing the diverse entertainment options available. The city also boasts excellent educational institutions, parks, festivals, and shopping centers.

Madigan Army Medical Center
Joint Base Lewis-McChord

Joining the Department of Defense offers a wealth of benefits, including competitive salary packages, paid time off, medical coverage, student loan repayment options, and a retirement plan featuring a Thrift Savings Plan with employer matching contributions.

Key Responsibilities

Main Duties:

• Conduct and interpret a comprehensive array of diagnostic imaging studies, perform necessary patient assessments, and provide clinical oversight and emergency care for individuals undergoing radiologic procedures.

• Utilize and supervise advanced imaging techniques such as CT, MRI, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, mammography, angiography, and interventional methods to diagnose intricate medical conditions.

• Offer expert radiologic consultations to physicians, relay results to patients and referring providers, engage in multidisciplinary boards (e.g., Tumor Board), and contribute to technical reviews and quality assurance initiatives.

• Instruct radiology residents, medical students, and physicians through daily teaching, lectures, conferences, and board preparation activities; oversee resident tasks; and lead or mentor research projects within the department.

• Delegate and supervise the work of subordinate staff, conduct performance assessments, participate in hiring and disciplinary processes, and identify and support employee training and development needs.

Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

Eligibility: Open to U.S. Citizens

To qualify, candidates must meet the educational and experiential criteria outlined below. Experience encompasses both paid and unpaid roles, including volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, community, student, social). All qualifying experience, including volunteer work, will be credited. Your resume should clearly detail your relevant experience; if qualifying through education, transcripts will be required as part of your application. Further details regarding transcripts are provided within this document.

Basic Requirements for Physician (Radiology-Diagnostic):

Degree: A Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from an accredited institution in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by recognized bodies such as the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association or similar organizations. For foreign medical degrees, equivalency to accredited U.S. schools must be demonstrated through permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.

Licensure: Candidates must hold a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.

Graduate Training: Following the attainment of a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, candidates must have completed at least one year of supervised clinical experience, such as a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in an accredited hospital or institution.

In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must also meet the following qualifications:

Residency Training: Applicants must have successfully completed accredited residency training in the relevant specialty (Radiology-Diagnostic) and possess equivalent experience and training totaling at least four years. Experience cannot substitute for the required residency training for the specified specialty.

If selected for a Physician role: A salary quote will not be provided during the initial job offer. The salary determination process will commence after the job offer is accepted, involving the Activity Compensation Panel to establish base pay and market pay, which will be communicated once approved. Physician salaries are based on a tiered scale determined by specialty, grade, and location.