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Carilion Clinic
Christiansburg, Virginia

Diagnostic Radiologist – Carilion Clinic | New River Valley Medical Center

RadiologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$531k-$782k

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Advance Your Radiology Career in Virginia's Beautiful New River Valley

Looking for a radiology opportunity that offers clinical variety, advanced technology, professional growth, and an exceptional quality of life?

Carilion Clinic is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Diagnostic Radiologist to join our collaborative Radiology team at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center in Christiansburg, Virginia.

Whether you're an experienced radiologist or beginning your career, you'll enjoy a diverse clinical practice, the opportunity to use your subspecialty expertise, competitive compensation, and a supportive environment that values work-life balance.

Interested in Leadership? An additional leadership opportunity is available for a Board Certified Radiologist with at least five years of experience.

Why Choose Carilion Clinic?

A Rewarding and Flexible Clinical Practice

  • Enjoy a broad range of diagnostic imaging while having opportunities to incorporate your subspecialty interests into your practice.
  • Interpret a diverse mix of MRI, CT, ultrasound, and radiographic studies.
  • Perform routine image-guided procedures, including joint injections, arthrograms, lumbar punctures, thoracentesis, and paracentesis.
  • Potential for dedicated subspecialty reading time based on fellowship training and departmental needs.
  • Opportunities to perform additional interventional procedures based on your training and experience, with most advanced interventions handled by dedicated Interventional Radiologists.
  • Mammography interpretation is preferred but not required.
  • Collaborate with a supportive team committed to high-quality patient care and physician satisfaction.

Advanced Imaging Technology and Resources

  • Practice with modern imaging equipment and integrated technology designed to support efficient workflows and high-quality diagnostic care.
  • MRI: 1.5T Siemens Aera and 3T Siemens Skyra
  • CT: Three CT systems, including a dual-energy Siemens Edge Plus
  • Breast Imaging: Three Siemens 3D mammography units
  • Ultrasound: Five Philips EPIQ units
  • Fluoroscopy and Radiography: Two fluoroscopy units and four X-ray rooms
  • Nuclear Medicine: Two SMV/GE cameras
  • PET/CT: Siemens mobile unit available three days per week

Integrated Systems: SECTRA PACS, PowerScribe 360, Syngo. Via, TeraRecon advanced 3D visualization, and Epic EMR

Grow Your Career with Carilion Clinic

At Carilion Clinic, you'll have the opportunity to build a fulfilling radiology career within an established healthcare system while enjoying the professional support and resources of a collaborative clinical team.

Whether your interests include general diagnostic radiology, subspecialty imaging, or physician leadership, this position offers opportunities to contribute your expertise and grow professionally.

Leadership Opportunity Available

For experienced radiologists interested in taking the next step in their careers, a leadership opportunity is available to Board Certified candidates with at least five years of experience.

Love Where You Live – Discover Virginia's New River Valley

Imagine finishing your workday surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, with outdoor adventures, welcoming communities, and vibrant college-town amenities just minutes away.

Located in the Christiansburg and Blacksburg region of Southwest Virginia, the New River Valley offers an exceptional combination of affordability, recreation, education, and quality of life.

Enjoy the Lifestyle You Deserve

  • Beautiful mountain scenery with easy access to hiking, biking, fishing, and outdoor recreation
  • Convenient access to Interstate 81 and the Appalachian Trail, approximately 30 minutes away
  • Home to Virginia Tech and Radford University, offering collegiate athletics, cultural events, and educational opportunities
  • Affordable housing and welcoming, family-friendly communities
  • Local restaurants, shopping, arts, and entertainment
  • A regional population of approximately 185,000
  • The charm of a smaller community with access to modern amenities

Whether you enjoy outdoor adventure, college-town energy, or a quieter pace of life, the New River Valley offers a place to feel at home.

Qualifications

Required

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiology through the American Board of Radiology (ABR)
  • Board-eligible candidates must have a plan to complete board certification
  • Active, unrestricted medical license and eligibility for licensure in Virginia
  • Competency in all aspects of diagnostic radiology
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills

Preferred

  • Fellowship training in Radiology, with flexibility regarding subspecialty expertise
  • Mammography interpretation experience

Leadership Opportunity: Board Certification and a minimum of five years of experience required.

J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are welcome to apply.

Your Next Career Move Starts Here

At Carilion Clinic, you'll find more than a radiology position. You'll discover an opportunity to practice high-quality medicine, expand your professional interests, and enjoy a rewarding career in one of Virginia's most scenic regions.

Join our Radiology team at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center and discover the professional opportunity and lifestyle you've been looking for.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.

Benefits

Carilion Clinic offers compensation and comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional and personal well-being.

Compensation

Annual salary range of $531,000–$782,000, with additional earning potential through Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus programs. The posted salary range may not reflect the full value of the total compensation package. Historical average bonus earnings are included in the maximum posted salary.

  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Paid Time Off: 10 weeks of vacation annually.

Student Loan Support: Student loan repayment assistance is available. As a not-for-profit employer, Carilion Clinic is eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, subject to program requirements.

Continuing Medical Education (CME): CME allowance to support ongoing professional development.

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.

Retirement Benefits: 403(b) and 457(b) retirement savings plans, along with an employer-funded defined-benefit pension plan.

  • Relocation Assistance: Generous relocation assistance available.
  • Malpractice Coverage: Employer-paid professional liability insurance, including tail coverage.

Key Responsibilities

The Diagnostic Radiologist will interpret a diverse range of imaging studies including MRI, CT, and ultrasound while performing routine image-guided procedures. The role involves collaborating with a supportive clinical team to provide high-quality patient care within an established healthcare system.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

MRI interpretationCT interpretationUltrasound interpretationArthrography

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Radiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 52% have no call, 40% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$657k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $649k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Radiology market look like in Virginia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$531k–$782kRadiology median $600k (middle half $550k–$700k)362 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$649k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiology listings in Virginia19 active1,121 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 24% remote · 52% no call · 40% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonus · loan repaymentVirginia Physician listings: 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $65k) · 25% offer loan repayment747 active listings, Oct 2026
Radiology pay trend+17.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Carilion Clinicsilver tier, 74/100 · #4 of 10 for payTop Employers work-life index114 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Radiologist Jobs

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Salary Distribution

45 jobs · 15 employers
10
<$690k
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29
$1000k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

42 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
93% this job
Sign-on bonus
62% this job
CME allowance
43% this job
Relocation assistance
31% this job
Loan repayment
7% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 4.5
Better work-life than 30% of Radiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,109 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Carilion Clinic

Hospitals and Health Care
Roanoke, Virginia
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
10 weeks of vacation annually
Student loan repayment assistance
PSLF eligible
CME allowance
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
403(b) and 457(b) retirement savings plans

Living in Christiansburg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$302k≈ 0.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,553/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.