Academic Body Imaging

Posted: 23-Jul-26 | Location: Syracuse, New York | Type: Full Time | J1 waiver sponsorship is available. ABR Alternate pathway candidates considered.

About the Role

SUNY Upstate Medical University's Department of Radiology is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Abdominal Imager to join a thriving multi-specialty academic practice with instant partnership at one of New York's premier academic medical centers.

• Instant Partnership: Join as a full partner from day one with immediate equity participation
• Advanced Technology: State-of-the-art CT and MRI equipment with advanced imaging protocols
• Academic Excellence: Teaching opportunities with residents and medical students, plus research support
• Diverse Case Mix: Wide variety of cases including oncology, trauma, and complex abdominal pathology

About SUNY Upstate Medical University

SUNY Upstate Medical University is Central New York's only academic medical center, serving 1.8 million residents across 17 counties. As a Level I Trauma Center and Tertiary Care Health Care Center, we handle the region's most complex cases and provide cutting-edge care. Our Comprehensive Cancer Center employs a truly multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

The Department of Radiology comprises over 30 subspecialized radiologists and 3 PhD medical physicists, maintaining a private Medical Service Group that provides comprehensive imaging services for 2 hospitals and multiple outpatient clinics.

Clinical Environment

• Comprehensive abdominal and pelvic imaging including CT, MRI, and ultrasound
• Advanced techniques including CT enterography, MR enterography, and MRCP
• Strong collaboration with surgical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery, and gastroenterology
• Comprehensive Cancer Center providing high-volume oncologic imaging
• Level I Trauma Center with diverse emergency imaging
• Active resident and medical student training programs

Why Syracuse and Central New York?

Outstanding Affordability

Syracuse consistently ranks among the most affordable metro areas in the United States. The median home price in the Syracuse area is approximately $180,000—allowing you to purchase a beautiful family home, invest in your future, and enjoy a higher quality of life on your physician income.

Four-Season Recreation Paradise

• The Adirondack Mountains are just 90 minutes north, offering 6 million acres of wilderness for hiking, camping, rock climbing, and backcountry exploration
• Lake Placid, home of the 1980 Winter Olympics, provides world-class skiing, ice climbing, and winter sports
• The Finger Lakes region lies 30 minutes south, featuring stunning gorges, waterfalls, and over 100 wineries in one of America's premier wine regions
• Lake Ontario is just 30 minutes north, offering exceptional fishing for salmon and trout, beautiful beaches, and waterfront parks
• The Thousand Islands region provides unparalleled boating and island exploration

Family-Friendly Community

• Excellent public and private schools, with several districts consistently ranking among the top in New York State
• Home to Syracuse University, offering rich cultural programs, NCAA Division I athletics, and a vibrant college town atmosphere
• Safe neighborhoods, abundant parks, top-rated youth sports programs, and a strong sense of community

Urban Amenities with Easy Access

• The Everson Museum of Art and the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology
• Broadway touring shows at the Landmark Theatre and Syracuse Stage productions
• The Syracuse Symphony Orchestra and vibrant live music scene
• Diverse dining options showcasing international cuisines and farm-to-table restaurants
• Syracuse University basketball at the JMA Wireless Dome
• Syracuse Hancock International Airport provides convenient connections to major hubs, with nonstop flights to New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and many other destinations

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive physician compensation with partnership income
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and continuing medical education allowance
• Malpractice insurance coverage

Our Commitment to Diversity

At SUNY Upstate Medical University, we strive to promote a professional environment that encourages varied perspectives from faculty members with diverse life experiences. A respect for diversity is one of our core values. We are committed to recruiting and supporting a rich community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We actively seek applications from women and members of underrepresented groups to contribute to the diversity of our university community in support of our teaching, research, and clinical missions.