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Jefferson Health lists this Radiology - Cardiothoracic Physician opportunity in philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Radiology Cardiothoracic Physician
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital & Sidney Kimmel Medical College Sign-On Bonus
Philadelphia, PA
Job Description Summary
The Department of Radiology at Thomas Jefferson University is seeking a full-time Cardiothoracic Radiologist to join its academic faculty. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong interest in academic radiology , clinical excellence, and the education of medical students, residents, and fellows .
The successful candidate will join a collaborative, subspecialty-driven department that delivers advanced cardiothoracic imaging services at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (TJUH) a state-of-the-art tertiary care center and the primary teaching hospital for the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University .
Jefferson Einstein Hospital proudly carries forward a legacy of excellence established in 1866 . Today, we remain deeply committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while continuing to lead through innovation across the Greater Philadelphia region.
Jefferson Einstein Hospital continues to invest in its physicians through a newly revised compensation plan and a system-wide implementation of Sectra PACS in 2026 , reinforcing our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and radiologist satisfaction.
Clinical & Academic Responsibilities
Interpretation of:
Adult chest radiographs (CXR)
Thoracic CT
Cardiovascular CT
Cardiovascular MRI
Collaboration with multidisciplinary clinical teams including:
Pulmonary Medicine
Thoracic Surgery
Thoracic Oncology
Active participation in:
Teaching of medical students, radiology residents, and fellows
Academic conferences and multidisciplinary case discussions
Clinical and/or translational research initiatives
Department & Technology Highlights
Fully digital imaging environment
Advanced imaging platforms including:
CR and DR radiography units
Multiple modern multidetector CT scanners
High-field MRI systems
FDG-PET and PET-MRI scanners
Comprehensive interventional radiology suites
Robust academic infrastructure:
Comprehensive teaching file system
Advanced case-searching tools
Integrated reporting and communication platforms
Strong history of innovative clinical and basic science research
Academic Appointment
Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
Academic rank and track will be commensurate with experience and credentials
Compensation & Benefits
Newly revised compensation plan offering competitive base salary with performance-based incentives
Sign-on bonus , paid within the first month
Full comprehensive benefits package
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plans: Pension, 403(b), 457 , and structured portfolio investment options
6 weeks PTO
CME: 3 weeks + $2,700 allowance
12 sick days
Long-term disability coverage
Malpractice insurance with tail
Life insurance
22% discount with Verizon or AT&T
Department Overview
More than 400,000 cases annually
6 MRI scanners , including two 3T units
9 CT scanners , including interactive software and a dual-energy spectral scanner
State-of-the-art Philips EPIQ ultrasound systems
Web-based Fuji PACS supported by a dedicated internal IT team
System-wide implementation of Sectra PACS planned for 2026, further enhancing workflow efficiency, image quality, and enterprise-wide collaboration
Home workstations with flexible shift options
Advanced tools and platforms including Nuance, Vocera, QGenda, and Montage
Active AI collaborations with multiple industry partners
Department of 30 FTE radiologists , including 3 Thoracic Imagers
About Jefferson
Nationally ranked Jefferson Health is a leading not-for-profit academic health system headquartered in the Greater Philadelphia region, with a broad presence across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and the Lehigh Valley . With a workforce of more than 65,000 team members , Jefferson is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care; strengthening the communities it serves; educating the next generation of healthcare leaders; and advancing innovation through clinical and applied research.
Thomas Jefferson University , founded in 1824 , is home to Sidney Kimmel Medical College , Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce. Today, the University encompasses 10 colleges and three schools , offering more than 200 undergraduate and graduate programs to over 8,300 students .
Jefferson Health is consistently recognized as one of the top 15 not-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States , serving millions of patient encounters annually across 32 hospital campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations . Jefferson Health Plans further extends Jefferson s mission as a not-for-profit managed care organization serving Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all individuals and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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Jason Kendall
Talent Acquisition Partner, Physician Recruitment
Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health
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Jefferson.edu JeffersonHealth.org
Worksite address
philadelphia, PA, 19019, US
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