Surgeon - Cardiothoracic jobs in New Mexico

The Department of Radiology at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center is seeking applicants for a full-time Cardiothoracic Radiologist.  This is a faculty position that reports to the Department Chair.

The section is a progressive, enthusiastic, and collaborative group engaged in innovation. The position includes clinical service and teaching as well as close collaboration with consulting services in Thoracic Surgery, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Thoracic Oncology, Trauma, Cardiology, Medical and Surgical Services.  Clinical responsibilities include all diagnostic aspects of thoracic imaging including chest radiography, chest and cardiac CT, dual energy CT, and chest and cardiac MRI, but do not include performance of interventional procedures. The department is developing an ACR-designated Lung Cancer Screening Program to provide a much-needed service to the New Mexico population. Additional opportunities include participation in tumor boards, multidisciplinary conferences and other interdisciplinary activities. This is a daytime position with:

• No evening shifts
• No overnight shifts
• No required weekend call

The candidate will have the opportunity to assist in other radiology subspecialties if they choose, according to their interest and expertise.

Successful candidates must be committed to working with broadly diverse student and community populations. The candidate must be ABR board certified or board eligible in Diagnostic Radiology by contract start date and have experience in cardiothoracic radiology.  Candidates who have completed a cardiothoracic fellowship are preferred, and optimal candidates will have scholarly experience and interest.

Research opportunities are available and encouraged. State-of-the-art translational imaging and image processing facilities are available and research is supported by dedicated research staff. 

All faculty are responsible for mentoring and teaching diagnostic radiology residents  and medical students, in addition to educating pulmonology, internal medicine, and cardiology trainees in interdisciplinary conferences.  Most daily clinical assignments involve direct resident supervision, and all faculty contribute to resident didactic education.  Successful candidates must be committed to working with broadly diverse student and community populations.

The Department of Radiology provides services for the UNM Hospital, a 580-bed Level 1 Trauma and Tertiary Care Center including UNM Children’s Hospital; the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center; the 71-bed Sandoval Regional Medical Center; and the 320-bed Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center.

The University and our Department have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of physicians, including members of racial and ethnic minorities, women, veterans, LGBTQ physicians, and individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans.  We are committed to caring for the diverse population of our minority-majority state and seek physicians with the same commitment to working with broadly diverse learner and community populations.

The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center is located in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley with stunning natural beauty.  Albuquerque boasts 300 days of sunshine per year, with an ideal environment for outdoor activities and easy accessibility to hiking, skiing, camping, and other activities. 

Salary and academic rank for this position will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience and academic background.

Minimum Requirements for this position are as follows:

• MD or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• ABR board certified or board eligible in Diagnostic Radiology by contract start date
• State of New Mexico medical license (or eligibility) by contract start date
• Cardiothoracic imaging fellowship, completed by contract start date, or comparable experience

Preferred Qualifications for this position are as follows:

• Previous academic and radiology teaching experience
• Interest in scholarly activity in cardiothoracic imaging
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and learner success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.