Navy
MEDICAL
Subspecialty
Officer Subspecialty
16Y1
Radiology, Subspecialty
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
Radiology subspecialists provide advanced diagnostic imaging and, in some fields, image guided treatment within a focused area of radiology. Their work may include complex image interpretation, procedures, consultation, and specialized clinical research.
Core Skills
- subspecialty image interpretation
- advanced radiologic diagnosis
- cross sectional imaging
- image guided procedures
- clinical case consultation
- radiology report writing
- multidisciplinary care
- patient safety management
- medical education
Common Certifications
- American Board of Radiology Diagnostic Radiology Certification
- American Board of Radiology Subspecialty Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Medical License
- Controlled Substance Registration Certificate
Civilian Career Paths
- RADIOLOGY
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
- PUBLIC HEALTH
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- Accredited Diagnostic Radiology Residency
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
Career Growth
- Accredited Radiology Subspecialty Fellowship
- American Board of Radiology Subspecialty Certification
- Medical License Maintenance and Continuing Medical Education
- Healthcare Quality Certification
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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