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Job description
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The Musculoskeletal (MSK) Radiologist is responsible for providing high-quality diagnostic imaging interpretation and consultation focused on diseases and injuries involving bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues. The physician collaborates closely with orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, rheumatology, oncology, emergency medicine, primary care, and rehabilitation services to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.
The MSK Radiologist performs and interprets advanced musculoskeletal imaging studies, participates in multidisciplinary conferences, contributes to quality improvement initiatives, and supports educational and research activities as appropriate.
Essential Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Interpret musculoskeletal imaging examinations, including: Digital Radiography (X-ray)
Computed Tomography (CT)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
Interpret general diagnostic radiology examinations as required by departmental needs.
Provide timely, accurate, and clinically relevant reports.
Communicate urgent or unexpected findings directly to referring providers.
Participate in multidisciplinary orthopedic, oncology, sports medicine, and trauma conferences.
Provide imaging consultation to referring physicians.
Participate in peer review and quality assurance activities.
Procedural Responsibilities
May perform image-guided procedures including: Joint aspirations
Joint injections
Soft tissue aspirations
Tendon sheath injections
Bursal injections
Ultrasound-guided procedures
CT-guided musculoskeletal biopsies
Bone biopsies
Radiofrequency ablation and other minimally invasive MSK procedures (where applicable)
Collaboration
Collaborate with: Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Rheumatology
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Emergency Medicine
Oncology
Primary Care
Pain Management
Physical Therapy
Serve as an imaging consultant to assist with appropriate imaging utilization and clinical decision-making.
Quality & Safety Maintain compliance with: ACR Guidelines
Joint Commission standards
CMS requirements
State and federal regulations
Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives.
Support radiation dose optimization and MRI safety programs.
Participate in peer learning and discrepancy review programs.
Education Educate residents, fellows, medical students, and allied health professionals (where applicable).
Participate in continuing medical education activities.
Present educational conferences and case reviews.
Support physician and technologist education regarding musculoskeletal imaging protocols.
Research (Optional)
Depending on organizational expectations: Participate in clinical research.
Publish scholarly work.
Present at regional or national meetings.
Support clinical trials involving musculoskeletal imaging.
Qualifications
Required Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Radiology Residency
Completion of an accredited Musculoskeletal Imaging Fellowship
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Diagnostic Radiology
Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure
Eligible for hospital medical staff privileges
DEA registration (if procedural practice requires)
Preferred CAQ or advanced expertise in Musculoskeletal Imaging
Experience with advanced MRI techniques
Experience performing image-guided musculoskeletal procedures
Academic teaching experience
Research experience
Experience with AI-enabled imaging workflow tools
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Expertise in musculoskeletal anatomy and pathology
Advanced proficiency in MRI, CT, ultrasound, and radiography interpretation
Excellent communication skills
Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary clinical teams
Commitment to patient-centered care
Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment
Strong attention to detail
Commitment to continuous quality improvement
Work Environment Hospital-based imaging departments
Outpatient imaging centers
Academic medical centers
Remote/teleradiology interpretation as applicable
Call Responsibilities Participate in departmental call rotation as assigned.
Provide after-hours consultation for urgent musculoskeletal imaging studies.
Support trauma and emergency imaging coverage as required.
Performance Expectations
The MSK Radiologist will: Meet departmental turnaround time standards.
Maintain high report accuracy.
Participate in quality and peer review initiatives.
Demonstrate professionalism and teamwork.
Support referring physician satisfaction.
Contribute to departmental growth and service excellence.
Physical Requirements Ability to sit for prolonged periods while reviewing imaging studies.
Visual acuity sufficient to interpret diagnostic imaging.
Ability to perform image-guided procedures requiring fine motor skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.
Core Competencies Clinical Excellence
Diagnostic Accuracy
Patient-Centered Care
Collaboration
Professionalism
Communication
Quality Improvement
Innovation
Education
Accountability
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Worksite address
new orleans, LA, 70123, US
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