Physician Radiology-Imaging - Competitive Salary

Company: Ballad Health
Location: Bristol
Posted on: February 4, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Blue Ridge Radiology, a thriving private practice serving Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Diagnostic Radiologist with subspecialty expertise in Body Imaging. This opportunity offers the chance to join a dynamic, collaborative team delivering high-quality imaging services across the Ballad Health system. We are a 70 member group that prioritizes subspecialized interpretations and excellence in patient care. Fellowship training is strongly preferred, and we welcome applicants from all subspecialties who are comfortable with general radiology and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. Opportunity Highlights: - Competitive compensation package - Signing bonus & relocation allowance - Comprehensive benefits - Equal call and after-hours responsibilities shared among partners and partnership-track radiologists - Dedicated internal overnight coverage team - 1–2 year partnership track, based on experience - No overnight or late shifts - Minimal weekend coverage (3–4 weekends/year) About the Community: Appalachian Highlands Nestled in the scenic Appalachian Highlands, our region includes the vibrant cities of Bristol (TN/VA), Kingsport, and Johnson City. With a combined population of approximately 300,000 in Sullivan and Washington Counties, this area offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and urban amenities. Why You'll Love Living Here: - No state income tax in Tennessee - Low cost of living - Excellent public and private schools - Easy access to a regional airport - Rich arts & culture: Symphony of the Mountains, local theaters - Outdoor recreation: Fort Patrick Henry Lake, Boone Lake, South Holston Lake, Warriors Path State Park, Kingsport Greenbelt - Family-friendly attractions: Bays Mountain Planetarium, Kingsport Carousel & Park, Riverview Splash Pad - Local flavor: Craft breweries, wineries, and farm-to-table dining - Four distinct seasons with mild winters and stunning fall foliage Facility Details: Located in Bristol, Tennessee, Bristol Regional Medical Center is a 312-bed hospital that serves Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. Bristol Regional is home to leading-edge medical technology, such as stereotactic radiosurgery with TrueBeam STx with Brainlab, multidimensional cardiac catheterization laboratories and surgical robotics, including DaVinci Xi for minimally invasive surgery and MAKO for joint replacement surgery. Additional services include the distinctive Advanced Certified Total Hip and Total Knee joint replacement center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, the Deborah H. Quillen Birthing Center, the Leonard Family Comprehensive Breast Center and the J.D. Nicewonder Family Pediatric Emergency Department. Bristol Regional is recognized as a High-Performing Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, earning "High Performing" ratings for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart failure, heart attack, stroke and kidney failure, and it is a recipient of the 2020 Chest Pain – MI Registry Gold Performance Achievement Award, the Gold NSTEMI recognition in the Mission: Lifeline® program and STEMI Gold Receiving recognition in the Mission: Lifeline® program.

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