Description
Appalachian Vascular and Interventional Radiology (AVIR) is seeking a motivated Interventional Radiologist to join our growing practice serving Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
AVIR is a clinic-based IR group providing comprehensive, minimally invasive care across the Appalachian Highlands. Our physicians practice primarily at Johnson City Medical Center, a 445-bed Level I Trauma Center and a Stroke Center of Excellence, while also supporting Niswonger Children’s Hospital and additional Ballad facilities throughout the region.
Our practice model is designed to allow physicians to focus on complex interventions, clinical care, and program growth. A team of five experienced Advanced Practice Providers manage inpatient consultations and performs a wide range of procedures, creating a highly efficient workflow allowing physicians to concentrate on advanced procedures and outpatient clinic care.
Key highlights of the practice include:
- Clinic-based IR model with growing outpatient service lines
- Dedicated APP team supporting inpatient consults and procedures
- Practice across multiple hospitals within the Ballad Health system
- Opportunities to expand programs
- Collaborative relationship with hospital leadership committed supporting IR growth
The Appalachian Highlands offers an exceptional quality of life with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, outdoor recreation, vibrant arts communities, and excellent schools, all within driving distance of Asheville, Knoxville, and Bristol.
This position is ideal for physicians interested in building a robust clinical IR practice while expanding access to minimally invasive care in a rural region that deeply values interventional radiology.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Perform a comprehensive range of interventional radiology procedures, including: Oncology (Y-90, chemoembolization), GI and biliary interventions, Genitourinary and urological procedures, Peripheral arterial and venous interventions, Complex trauma embolization and MSK embolization, Biopsies, drainages, and other image-guided procedures.
- Opportunity to train in stroke thrombectomy with significant additional compensation for stroke call participation.
- IR call rotation limited to one site (Johnson City Medical Center), shared 1:3–1:5 among all physicians.
- Collaborate closely with APPs, physicians, and hospital teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
- Play an active role in service line expansion, education, and clinical innovation.
Compensation & Benefits
- $600,000 base salary, with additional earnings for stroke call coverage.
- $50,000 signing bonus and relocation allowance.
- 14 weeks of vacation annually.
- Comprehensive health, malpractice, and disability insurance for physician and family.
- Defined-contribution 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
- Corporate-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and CME allowance.
- No state income tax (Tennessee).
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Interventional Radiology (ABR or AOBR).
- Eligible for Tennessee and Virginia medical licenses.
- Proficiency in the full range of IR procedures.
- Interest in learning advanced stroke thrombectomy techniques (training provided).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Spirit of service, curiosity, and growth, with passion for bringing high-end IR care to rural Appalachia.
Community & Lifestyle
Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Johnson City and the surrounding Tri-Cities region offer the perfect balance of professional challenge and personal fulfillment. Serving a catchment area of roughly 500,000 residents, the region was recently named by Southern Living Magazine as the #1 Place People Are Moving To in 2025. With its four-season mild climate, abundant outdoor recreation, affordable housing, top-rated schools, and easy access to Asheville, NC and Knoxville, TN, Johnson City offers an exceptional quality of life for physicians and families alike.
