Job Summary:
UW Radiology is seeking a motivated thoracic radiologist to join our dynamic Thoracic Imaging Section at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Professor on the CT (Clinician Teacher) or CHS (Clinical Health Sciences) Track. Our section interprets chest radiographs and CT scans across the full spectrum of thoracic imaging in a fun, intellectual, and collegial work environment. Members of the thoracic imaging section are actively involved in a variety of national and international professional societies and recognized locally for their clinical skills and passion for teaching.
- Full home PACS work stations are provided for all after-hours and call duties with opportunities for remote work for some day shifts.
- Fully integrated Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Electronic Health Record (EHR), and reporting system with a suite of post-processing and artificial intelligence applications.
- New state-of-the-art reading room and imaging equipment.
- Strong partnerships with clinical departments and UW-Madison's world class Department Medical Physics.
- Opportunities for collaborative research and partnerships with industry.
- Protected teaching time daily for trainees and students on service.
As a public employee, the successful applicant will participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) which includes pension benefits and malpractice coverage. This position also comes with a competitive salary and generous retirement options.
For appointments hired on the Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) Track:
The successful applicant will provide patient care at UW Health approved locations, participate in resident and medical teaching within the scope of the medical practice. The successful applicant will participate in administrative, and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
For appointments hired on the Clinician Teacher (CT) Track:
The successful applicant will provide patient care at UW Health approved locations, participate in resident and medical teaching within the scope of the medical practice.
Responsibilities:
60% Interpretation and reporting of chest imaging studies including CT scans and radiographs
20% Teaching and supervision of students, residents, and fellows
15% Scholarly activities including research or developing educational materials and developing or expanding clinical programs
5% Participating in multidisciplinary activities
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Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
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Education:
Required
Terminal Degree
MD, DO
Qualifications:
Thoracic Radiology fellowship training or equivalent experience - Required
License/Certification:
Required
WI Medical License eligible by start date
Required
Board certified or Board eligible by American Board of Radiology (ABR
Work Type:
Full or Part Time: 50% - 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Anticipated Begin Date:
FEBRUARY 01, 2025
Salary:
Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Additional Information:
The UW Department of Radiology provides excellence in patient care in an environment that is respectful of others, adaptive to change, accountable for outcomes, and attentive to the needs of underserved populations. We are dedicated to sharing our clinical expertise through regional outreach to the people of Wisconsin and their healthcare providers. We provide an environment for education of our trainees, staff, and healthcare professionals through scholarly conferences and continuing education programs. We improve human health by developing innovative imaging technology through basic and translational research in collaboration with colleagues at UW-Madison and beyond. We support the Wisconsin Idea to improve peoples lives beyond our walls by collaborating with industry to translate new technology into daily clinical practice. We support the economic development of Wisconsin and the financial wellbeing of UW Health. We recruit and develop dedicated faculty and health professionals who inspire their co-workers and students towards lifelong learning, research discovery, service to their community and clinical excellence.
The Community: Located on an isthmus between two lakes, Madison is the capital city of the state of Wisconsin. Madison has been voted the #1 Best Place to Live (Livability, 2021 and 2022), #1 Best State Capital to Live In (SmartAsset, 2021), #1 City for Best Work-Life Balance (SmartAsset, 2020), #1 Best Place to Retire (Money, 2020), #1 Best Place in the U.S. for Raising Children (DiversityDataKids.com 2020), #1 Best College Football Town in America (Sports Illustrated, 2019), and #1 City for Most Successful Women Per Capita (Forbes, 2019), #2 Best State to Practice Medicine (WalletHub, 2020), #2 Happiest Cities (Mens Health, 2020, #2 Best City for Biking (People for Bikes, 2020), #2 Most Caring Cities (WalletHub, 2019), and #2 Most Walkable Cities (Expedia, 2018)), #3 Best Places to Live for Quality of Life (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 2024) and #3 Best College Towns (Best College Reviews, 2022), #4 Fittest City in the U.S. (ACSM American Fitness Index, 2020), #4 Greenest City in the US (Zippia, 2020), #7 Best City for STEM Professionals (CEO World, 2020) and #11 Most Beautiful Cities (Forbes, 2022) and #113 Americas Best Large Employer (Forbes, 2024).
Madison's technology economy is growing rapidly, and the region is home to the headquarters of Epic Systems, Exact Sciences, Sub-Zero, and Lands End, as well as many biotech, healthcare IT, and health systems startups. In the Fall of 2023, Wisconsin was designated as a Tech Hub by the Economic Development Administration (EDA), which resulted in a grant award of up to $75 million to help accelerate growth of the states biohealth industry. Phase 2 of the Wisconsin Biotech hub was announced in July 2024, resulting in $49 million in additional funding to help drive transformative medical innovation, workforce development and critical job growth across Wisconsin. One of the three technology projects of this proposal is the Wisconsin Health Data Hub, led by researchers from the University of Wisconsin, School of Medicine and Public Health.
Madison is the second largest city in the state, with a city population of approximately 260,000 and regional population of over 1 million. The city is within easy driving range of Chicago and Milwaukee. Madison is home to one of the strongest local food scenes in the country. From April to October, the Capitol Square hosts the largest producer-only farmers market in the country. The city is rich with cultural offerings in the arts.
How to Apply:
To ensure full consideration, please apply by September 23,2024. The position will remain open, and applicants may be considered until the position is filled. Applications must be received through our online UW application system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered.
Interested applicants are required to use the online UW Jobs Application system to submit the following:
- Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A cover letter describing 1) your interest in this position, 2) what would you bring to the Department of Radiology, 3) how the department could contribute to your career.
- References. Please provide the contact information for three (3) professional references, including your current/ most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.
The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.
Contact:
Melissa Kuester
mkuester@uwhealth.org
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Clinical Professor(IC009) or Clinical Associate Professor(IC010) or Clinical Assistant Professor(IC011) or Professor (CHS)(IC014) or Associate Professor (CHS)(IC015) or Assistant Professor (CHS)(IC016)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/RADIOLOGY/RADIOLOGY
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
304453-AS
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