Job Description

Musculoskeletal Radiologist

Department of Radiology | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | Sign-On Bonus

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description Summary

The Department of Radiology at Jefferson Health / Thomas Jefferson University Hospital is seeking a Musculoskeletal fellowship-trained Radiologist to join its nationally recognized Musculoskeletal Radiology Division .

The MSK Division at Jefferson is among the largest and most academically distinguished MSK radiology groups in the United States , consisting of 12 fellowship-trained radiologists who hold leadership and committee roles in the International Skeletal Society and the Society of Skeletal Radiology . The division continues to expand with the opening of the state-of-the-art Honickman Outpatient Center on Jefferson’s campus.

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 Responsibilities

• Interpretation of diagnostic radiography, CT, MRI, and ultrasound
• Performance of ultrasound-, CT-, and fluoroscopy-guided MSK procedures
• High-volume MSK imaging, including:
• 120+ MSK MRI joint studies daily , many involving sports-related injuries
• 40+ diagnostic MSK ultrasound studies daily , frequently paired with image-guided procedures
• Image-guided interventions including:
• Steroid and PRP injections
• Tenotomy
• Calcific tendinosis barbotage
• Flexor retinaculum release for carpal tunnel syndrome

Sports & Specialty Imaging

• Imaging and image-guided intervention services for major professional sports teams , including:
• Coverage at the NFL Combine and MLB Spring Training
• Support for collegiate and high-school athletic programs and the Pennsylvania Ballet
• Imaging for a nationally elite institute specializing in core muscle (“sports hernia”) and hip injuries , treating professional athletes worldwide
• Ongoing research collaboration with the U.S. Olympic Team

Education & Academic Opportunities

• Home to two nationally recognized fellowship programs:
• ACGME-accredited MSK Radiology Fellowship (3–4 fellows annually)
• MSK/Neuroradiology MRI Fellowship (3–4 fellows annually)
• Robust teaching environment with:
• 33 Diagnostic Radiology residents
• 9 Integrated Interventional Radiology residents
• 1 Independent Interventional Radiology position
• Strong opportunities for clinical research , scholarly activity, and national collaboration

Technology & Resources

• State-of-the-art multislice CT scanners
• Advanced MRI platforms
• Dedicated MSK ultrasound units
• Fully integrated, centralized PACS system and modern workstations

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
• PTO
• CME
• Long-term disability coverage
• Malpractice insurance with tail
• Life insurance

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.

Join Jefferson Health — where your career, your voice, and your impact truly matter.

Learn more, apply today!

Jason Kendall

Talent Acquisition Partner, Physician Recruitment

Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health

T (314) 327-4574 cell/text | jason.kendall@jefferson.edu

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