Chief of Nuclear Medicine Doctor - Sign-On Bonus

Veterans Health Administration Indianapolis, Indiana $ 400,000 – $ 400,000

Full-time Closes 26 Oct 2026 · 10 days left

Indianapolis, Indiana $ 400,000 – $ 400,000 Full-time Closes 26 Oct 2026

What the job is
This is a leadership role for a doctor who specializes in nuclear medicine. You will work at the Veterans Health Administration in Indianapolis, Indiana. You will oversee other doctors and staff in the nuclear medicine department. You will also help solve problems and make sure the department runs smoothly.

What you will do
- Lead and manage the nuclear medicine team, including doctors and technicians.
- Make sure patients get timely and quality care.
- Oversee the scheduling of tests and treatments.
- Train and support staff in nuclear medicine.
- Plan for staffing, equipment, and supplies needed for patient care.
- Keep the workplace safe and follow all safety rules for radiation.
- Protect patient privacy and keep medical information confidential.
- Make sure billing and coding are accurate.
- Follow all laws and rules for quality and safety, including those from the VA, FDA, and other agencies.
- Help with buying equipment and managing the budget for the department.
- Attend meetings and represent the nuclear medicine department.
- Work on clinical tasks like reading scans (PET/CT, SPECT/CT) and performing treatments.
- Join meetings with other doctors to discuss patient care.
- Work regular hours, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

What you need
- A medical degree (MD or DO) from a U.S. school.
- A full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
- Experience in nuclear medicine.
- Must be a U.S. citizen (some exceptions apply).
- Must pass a drug test and background check.
- Must be able to speak and write English well.
- Must register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after December 31, 1959.
- Must pass a physical exam before starting.
- Must get a flu shot every year.

What you will get
- A competitive salary of $400,000 per year.
- A sign-on bonus may be available for qualified candidates.
- Up to 55 days of paid time off each year (vacation, sick leave, and holidays).
- A federal pension plan and a 401K retirement savings plan with VA contributions.
- Health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance.
- Free malpractice insurance.
- Up to $1,000 per year for continuing education (if full-time and board-certified).
- No employment contract and freedom to work extra jobs outside this role.
- Option to work from home up to 100% of the time.