Physician; Diagnostic Radiologist​/EDRP

Physician (Diagnostic Radiologist) with Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP

Join the South Texas Veterans Health Care System as a Staff Radiologist located in San Antonio, TX. This position includes a recruitment/relocation incentive and is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).

Base pay range: $ - $ per year.

The South Texas Veterans Health Care System is recruiting a Staff Radiologist who will serve as a Clinical Diagnostic Radiologist. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive has been authorized for a highly qualified candidate.

• Basic Requirements
• United States Citizenship.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree from a VA‑approved school.
• Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the United States or the District of Columbia.
• Completion of an accredited core specialty residency leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Residency approved by ACGME or AOA or a non‑US residency followed by at least five years of verified U.S. practice deemed adequate by the Medical Staff Executive Committee.
• Current physicians who meet the previous qualification standard are considered to meet the basic requirements.
• English language proficiency – spoken and written.
• Preferred Experience – Fellowship‑trained Cardiovascular/Thoracic Radiologist, up‑to‑date cardiac imaging (MRI and CT), vascular imaging (CT and MR angiography), oncologic imaging. Board certified or eligible in Radiology.
• Physical Requirements
• Moderate lifting: 15‑44 lb.
• Moderate carrying: 15‑44 lb.
• Reach above shoulder.
• Use of fingers; both hands required.
• Walking: 6 hr; standing: 6 hr; repeated bending: 2‑4 hr.
• Depth perception, color discrimination, hearing (aid permitted).
• Mental/emotional stability; ability to perform privileges and physical exam independently; cognitive stability.

• Continuously available until the announcement closes (October 21, 2025). First cut‑off date for application review:
  November 4, 2025.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, section‑level committees, and peer review committees.
• Demonstrate effective communication with staff and leadership.
• Act as section chief when the service chief is on leave.
• Maintain VA training requirements and credentialing documentation.
• Participate in FPPE/OPPE processes and peer review procedures.
• Engage in clinical management tasks: indirect patient care, adherence to CPRS documentation rules, and maintaining integrity of Protected Health Information.
• Facilitate clinic staff productivity and meet national productivity goals.
• Lead quality control and quality management activities; participate in patient safety initiatives.
• Establish imaging protocols, review imaging requests, manage utilization, ensure appropriate pre‑procedural preparation, and oversee technologist performance.
• Provide rapid interpretation and communication of imaging results, including critical finding notification.
• Offer consultative service to referring physicians, provide comparative reports, and participate in clinical conferences and committees.
• Maintain privileges and practice in the specialty field; follow Professional Standards Board procedures.
• Fulfill teaching responsibilities: house staff and medical student teaching in the imaging service.

• Recruitment/Relocation incentive.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility.
• Comprehensive total rewards package (VA benefits, health plans, retirement, and more).

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Government Administration

Location:

San Antonio, TX.