Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program

Program overview

The Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program at HCA Florida Trinity Hospital is an accredited four-year training program culminating in candidates who will be eligible for certification by the American Board of Radiology.

Our interdisciplinary approach to learning fosters excellent opportunities for professional growth, committed mentorship and clinical research. Alongside dedicated attending physicians and enthusiastic colleagues, residents strive for excellence in their training and provide high-quality healthcare in patient-centered environments and community-oriented service.

Our rotation schedule allows for all required rotations, exposure to necessary procedures and includes a well-rounded didactic schedule with lectures and cases conferences, monthly journal clubs, tumor boards and grand rounds.

Residents and faculty participate in research projects with support from our West Florida Division Research Director and liaison.

Our goal is to graduate well-trained radiologists ready for competitive fellowships and ABR certification who will ultimately be able to enjoy successful careers in both academic and private practice settings.

Program details

Salary

Expenses covered by hospital

Miscellaneous expenses covered by the hospital include:

• Educational materials
• Professional membership dues
• Conference and travel expenses
• Cell phone voice and data service

Equipment

The hospital will determine and make available, as needed, electronic devices for use consistent with the program‘s scope and needs. The assigned equipment is the property of the hospital and the resident or fellow agrees to use it only for purposes related to the program, not for personal purposes, including moonlighting assignments.

Prior to the end date of the program, the resident or fellow will return the equipment to the hospital in the condition in which it was provided to him/her with reasonable wear and tear. If required, the resident or fellow agrees to enter a separate agreement with the hospital regarding such equipment.

Licensure

The hospital shall pay for the resident or fellow’s medical educational limited license.

Required certification

The hospital shall provide certification courses and any related materials required by the hospital and/or the program, including but not limited to, basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), pursuant to the program manual.

In-service examinations

The program shall pay for in-training examinations in the applicable specialty.

Uniforms

The hospital shall provide two laboratory coats per academic year (July 1 - June 30).

Benefits

HCA provides a comprehensive list of personal benefits. The most current plans and enrollment and renewal information may be found at hcahranswers.com. Benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical benefits, dental and vision
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• HCA 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Mission statement

The HCA Florida Trinity Hospital Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program's mission is to develop the next generation of physicians and physician leaders.

As a part of HCA Healthcare, we are driven by a single mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.

This program is designed to offer residents a rewarding, educational environment where residents are provided individualized learning opportunities by faculty and staff who support and sustain one another throughout quality care delivery. Our faculty are committed to ensuring the residents' clinical experience and educational needs are fulfilled while expanding residents’ perspectives to be inclusive of cultures, values and ideals.