Description

The Department of Radiology and Radiological Sciences at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a full-time mammographer for the clinician-educator or clinical practice academic tracks.

Vanderbilt has a designated multidisciplinary breast center that serves a large population throughout Middle Tennessee. The breast radiologists work in collaboration with the breast surgeons, plastic surgeons, medical and surgical oncologists, and pathologists to provide comprehensive patient care. This collaborative and collegial environment provides exposure to all facets of breast health management.

Daily rotations in diagnostic and screening mammography, breast MRI and image-guided procedures are staffed by the radiologists on a rotating schedule. 

Our equipment includes state-of-the-art digital mammography units, including tomosynthesis (with upright and prone biopsy capability), five dedicated breast ultrasound machines, a prone stereotactic biopsy unit and a 1.5T dedicated breast MRI scanner. 

Position Summary: 

•          Section comprised of 10 fellowship-trained faculty
•          Services provided to Vanderbilt Breast Center and outpatient centers
•          Teach medical students, residents, and fellows
•          Focus on well-being, with a culture of collegiality, collaboration, & creativity
•          Opportunity to develop and grow professional interests
•          Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience

Requirements

Position Requirements:

• Fellowship training in breast imaging
• Hold an MD or equivalent degree
• ABR eligible/certified
• Eligible for TN license
• Comfortable with interpretation of mammograms, breast and axillary US, Breast MRI, interventional breast procedures
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability/Occurrence-based Liability Insurance
• A 403.B program with approximately 5% salary match 
• Sizable relocation allowance for on-site readers moving to Nashville
• 57 paid days off (including holidays)
• 55% college tuition for up to 3 children
• Yearly departmental incentive compensation
• Professional development fund for CME and other expenses

About The Department of Radiology and Vanderbilt:

• The only adult and pediatric Level I academic trauma center in Middle Tennessee 
• 100+ fellowship-trained radiologists across 10 specialties
• Collaborative research opportunities with world-renowned scientists at the Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science and the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center
• Growing regional practice providing services to Vanderbilt Health hospitals in Middle Tennessee
• Department initiatives that drive community and collegiality while allowing faculty to explore professional passions