About this Pediatric Neuro - Radiologist role at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Overview:
The Department of Radiology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) in Columbus, Ohio seeks a dedicated Pediatric Neuro-Radiologist to join a growing multidisciplinary pediatric radiology practice of 30 faculty, providing care in all subspecialties of pediatric radiology. The applicant should be CAQ certified or eligible in pediatric radiology or neuroradiology, with fellowship or practice experience in pediatric neuroradiology.
The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will be clinical, providing neuroimaging care as part of a collegial team of 6 neuroradiologists, using state of the art imaging equipment with advanced software packages, and with clinical providers committed to their patients via a one team approach. We encourage applications from trainees completing their fellowship in 2026 as well as practicing pediatric radiologists. Remote or hybrid arrangements can be considered. Alternate Pathway or Visa holders are supported and encouraged to apply.
Centered within the Department of Radiology, the Imaging Innovation and Research Office (IRO) is the core imaging resource for principal investigators. The department’s internal Pediatric Advanced Imaging Resource (PAIR) is a 3D image post-processing (including 3D-printing) and data analysis lab for both clinical care and advanced image analysis for research. The department serves as the academic teaching hospital for pediatric radiology for The Ohio State University Radiology Residency Program and for the Department of Pediatrics of The Ohio State University College of Medicine and has 4 pediatric fellowships available – General Diagnostic, Interventional, Cardio-Thoracic, and Neuro. Numerous opportunities for research, innovation, and education are afforded by the department and hospital as well.
The Department and NCH are strongly committed to radiologist work life balance. Night coverage is provided by a subsection within the department. Weekend call is divided evenly among all neuroradiology section members. Home PACS allows some flexibility for from home coverage.
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
- Analyzes medical images to diagnose and treat illnesses or injuries.
- Communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss patient cases.
- Interprets medical images to identify abnormalities or diseases.
- Consults with patients to explain imaging procedures and results.
- Maintains accurate patient records and reports.
- Operates and maintains imaging equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Education Requirement:
- Graduate of an accredited medical or osteopathic school, or international equivalent, required.
- ACGME accredited fellowship in Diagnostic Radiology or Pediatric Radiology, required.
Licensure Requirement:
Ohio Medical License, required.
Certifications:
Board certification or eligibility in Diagnostic Radiology and Pediatric Radiology, or equivalent, from the American Board of Radiology, the American Osteopathic Board of Radiology, or international equivalent, required.
Skills:
Experience:
Experience with the use of imaging technologies such as radiography, fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography, MRI, ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine (with injection of radioactive materials), and Interventional Radiology, required.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel
FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near
Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
