Emergency & Body Imaging Radiologist - Louisiana, United States - Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans

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Department of Radiology
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - School of Medicine

The Department of Radiology of the LSU Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in New Orleans seeks an outstanding physician for a full-time academic faculty position in the Emergency Radiology and Body Imaging divisions at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Full Professor (non-tenure, clinical track). Special interest or training in Cardiac or Nuclear Medicine may be of interest, but is not required. Our department is dedicated to excellence in patient care, education and scholarly activity.

We provide multi-modality radiology services for University Medical Center New Orleans, a Level 1 trauma center, and also support the faculty group practice, the LSU Health Care Network. Scheduled work is anticipated to include day shifts, evening shifts until 10:30pm, weekends and holidays, with ample time off. Responsibilities will include image interpretation as well as resident and medical student education. There are ample opportunities to engage in clinical research and scholarship.

Qualified candidates must be ABR certified or on the pathway to full-board certification, and licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana before hire date. Academic rank will be determined in accordance with School of Medicine and LSU System criteria.

International candidates with exceptional training and background or seeking J-1 waiver are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants should submit a CV and cover letter online:

LSU Health New Orleans is committed to leveraging diversity as an educational resource and an institutional core value. We seek candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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