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Staff Physician Position – Nuclear Medicine
University of Miami / UHealth / Miller School of Medicine

Join a National Leader in Academic Nuclear Medicine

The University of Miami Health System (UHealth) and Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine invite applications for a Staff Physician in the Division of Nuclear Medicine within the Department of Diagnostic Radiology.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant, expanding academic imaging team of more than 80 radiologists serving multiple high-acuity facilities, including Jackson Memorial Hospital (the region’s only adult & pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center) and the NCI-designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

UHealth is at the forefront of clinical innovation and academic excellence—integrating cutting-edge research, advanced imaging, and AI-driven technologies to enhance patient outcomes across South Florida and beyond.

About the Role

The selected candidate will provide expert clinical care across the full scope of nuclear medicine imaging and therapy, including:

• PET/CT and SPECT/CT interpretation
• Diagnostic nuclear studies and consultations
• Radiopharmaceutical therapy & theranostics for thyroid cancer, lymphoma, neuroendocrine tumors, and prostate cancer
• Engagement in quality improvement initiatives

Radiologists enjoy access to state-of-the-art imaging technologies, strong institutional support for academic collaboration, and a collegial environment that values professional growth and innovation.

Why Choose UHealth

• Competitive academic compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans with matching contributions
• Generous paid time off & parental leave
• Tuition remission for employees & dependents
• Wellness programs & mental health support
• Dynamic, inclusive culture committed to diversity, equity, and professional development
• Access to cutting-edge clinical trials and collaboration with national experts
• Live and work in Miami — a global city offering year-round sunshine, cultural diversity, and unmatched recreational opportunities

About UHealth

The University of Miami Health System and Miller School of Medicine deliver world-class patient care powered by innovation, research, and education. With 1,400+ physicians and scientists, UHealth is South Florida’s only university-based health system, encompassing:

• Jackson Memorial Hospital
• Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (NCI-designated)
• Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (#1 in the nation)
• UHealth Tower and Satellite Clinics across the region

The University of Miami Health System is a national leader in integrating FDA-cleared AI algorithms into clinical workflows. In emergency and trauma radiology, AI enhances detection of life-threatening conditions such as intracranial hemorrhage, pneumothorax, and pulmonary embolism enabling faster diagnoses and prioritization of critical findings. An opportunity exists to engage in deployment of AI applications within a collaborative academic setting.

Our mission is to transform lives through high-quality care, groundbreaking research, and education of the next generation of medical leaders.

To Apply

Apply online through the University of Miami Workday Portal:
? Click here to apply

or email your CV and cover letter to:
Alexander McKinney, MD, CI/CIIP
Professor and Chair, Department of Radiology
c/o Eyuany Iglesias – Senior Administrative Officer
? eiglesias@med.miami.edu

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with completion of a Diagnostic Radiology Residency
• Nuclear Medicine Fellowship or equivalent experience
• Board Certification (ABNM and/or ABR) or Board Eligible
• Eligible for Florida medical license
• Experience in theranostics and nuclear oncology imaging strongly preferred
• Commitment to patient-centered excellence

About University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

The successful applicant will join a faculty of over 80 clinical radiologists who are involved in imaging at multiple facilities, including Jackson Memorial Hospital (a primary, tertiary, and quaternary care County hospital) and from the University of Miami Hospitals and Clinics. UHealth delivers leading-edge patient care by the region’s best doctors, powered by the groundbreaking research of the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. As South Florida’s only university-based medical system, UHealth is a vital component of the community that is leading the next generation of health care.UHealth comprises more than 1400 physicians and scientists who collaborate to provide exceptional patient care, breakthrough research, and novel education to create an innovative approach to health care. Within the UHealth system, patients can participate in clinical trials and benefit from the latest discoveries that are fast-tracked from the laboratory to the bedside.In addition to the expending regional footprint, the UHealth System is expanding its national and international care provided by our top ranked physicians. UHealth also houses the only National Cancer Institute desig...nated cancer center in South Florida, the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Meanwhile, the affiliated Jackson Health System (JHS) performs the most transplants in the country, for 3 years in a row. Thus, our system is uniquely poised to rise in the national rankings as a top tiered, funded academic system.The mission of the University of Miami Health System and Miller School of Medicine is to be a top-tier academic health system, which specifically serves South Florida, as accomplished by:Delivering high-quality, compassionate care and promoting the health of our communityLeading life-changing discoveries and transforming care through innovative research,Educating the next generation of medical leaders,Nurturing diversity, equity, and inclusivityMiami is one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the United States. Qualified applicants of every ethnic origin, race, religion, and persuasion are encouraged to apply.

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