Musculoskeletal Imaging Section Chief -Faculty Position - Department of Radiology

Position Description:

Musculoskeletal Imaging Section Chief -Faculty Position - Department of Radiology

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Radiology Department is seeking an experienced radiologist to serve as Section Chief for our Musculoskeletal Radiology Team. This is an opportunity to lead a team of subspecialized radiologists to build upon and grow our musculoskeletal imaging services.

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Leading the Musculoskeletal Section, including developing goals, process improvement initiatives, workflows, and growth plans.
• Recruiting, hiring, supervising, and mentoring physicians, advanced practice providers, and fellows.
• Ensuring delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care and exceptional patient experience.
• Representing the section at departmental, hospital, and system-level meetings.
• Overseeing and continuing strong collaborative efforts with orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, physiatry, sports medicine, and rehabilitation services.
• Driving process improvement, clinical integration, and adoption of evidence-based practices.
• Overseeing quality, safety, education, research, and fellowship programs.
• Active participation in the department’s clinical and academic leadership team.

Team

• The Department of Radiology is recognized as a forward-thinking team that continues to expand with a dynamic multi-site hospital and clinic network in the Milwaukee metropolitan area. MCW Radiology offers a hybrid model that allows faculty to read and work in both the academic and community settings.
• The Department of Radiology provides post-graduate fellowships, diagnostic radiology residency, interventional radiology residency, medical physics residency and elective clinical rotations for medical students and physician associate students.
• The Department of Radiology currently has and is willing to explore creative staffing opportunities to meet our growing demand.
• Access to cutting edge imaging technology with opportunities to work in collaboration with basic research scientists and a major equipment vendor in the Milwaukee metro area.
• Collaboration is the foundation for how we work within our department and with others across the organization.  Our Radiology team includes over 110 clinical faculty radiologists, 11 imaging science faculty, 15 instructors/fellows, 45 residents, 16 advanced practice providers, and 69 support staff.

Benefits

• MCW Radiology offers a competitive salary within the academic environment with bi-annual incentives based on team-based metrics.
• Protected Academic/Administrative time. 
• Competitive vacation/meeting time. 
• Access to academic expense funds to cover societal dues, travel, and conferences. 
• Clinical radiologists are provided at-home workstations, which allow for flexibility and opportunities for moonlighting within the department.
• A competitive 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer contribution.

Medical College of Wisconsin

At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world’s top scientists and clinicians, inspired students and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge. 

As a distinguished leader and innovator in the education and development of the next generation of physicians, scientists, pharmacists, and health professionals, MCW is home to more than 1,500 students in the Medical, Graduate, and Pharmacy Schools, and over 900 physicians in residency and fellowship programs.  Approximately 1,650 physicians, 750 nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other healthcare practitioners care for approximately 521,000 patients of all ages annually.

The beautiful campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses MCW, Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Hospital and Health System, Curative Care, and Blood Research Institute of Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin..  These member entities share a common mission of excellence in patient care, medical education, biomedical research, and community service. 

Community

Located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is one of America’s great cities, combining a dynamic urban community with a rich cultural heritage with access to parks, rivers, and other outdoor recreation. Milwaukee is home to corporate headquarters for industry leaders including Northwestern Mutual, Johnson Controls, Manpower, Harley Davidson, and others. Milwaukee is a popular venue for sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, ethnic dining, and cultural festivals. The city is recognized for its museums, fine dining and hotels, professional sports, parks, and Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens.

Position Requirements:

The position requires a Board Certified/Eligible radiologist, who has completed a Musculoskeletal Fellowship program, is eligible for medical licensure in Wisconsin, and has at least 5 years’ experience as an MSK radiologist. The individual should demonstrate strong clinical, operational, and people leadership experience including excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.  This leadership role requires regular and consistent onsite presence.

Additionally, the Department of Radiology and the MSK Section employs those with a:

• Desire to excel and collaborate with a talented team of radiologists who choose to practice, learn, and innovate together.
• Passion for providing high-quality patient care with expertise in interpreting MSK MRI, CT, and US exams and performing MSK-related procedures.
• Interest in actively participating in scholarly activities which could include education, quality, and/or research.

We are dedicated to the principles of equity and diversity and particularly encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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