Pacific Imaging Associates (PIA)

Employment

Private practice model. Two-division structure: (1) inpatient/ED/peds — $500K+ + up to $100K sign-on + 16 wks vacation; (2) outpatient/breast — $400K+ + $200K sign-on, dayshift only, up to 18 wks vacation. 1-year partnership track for both divisions.

Hospital Partners

History

Portland roots since the 1920s — introduced Oregon's first CT scanner and first dedicated breast imaging center. Primary radiology partner for Legacy Health (Portland's second-largest health system, 6 hospitals). Two-division practice structure. Partner in Legacy Health Partners ACO (2,500+ physicians). SR member. Strong 1-year partnership track with 16-week vacation per ACR listing. UPDATES (2024–2025): • ACR career center job listing: "$500K+ up to 100K Sign-On Incentive, 16 Weeks Vacation, One Year Partnership Track." • Practice formed via merger of Diagnostic Imaging Northwest (DINW) and Radiology Consultants, Inc. (RCI). • Portland roots extend to 1920s — introduced Oregon's first CT scanner and first dedicated breast imaging center. • Still recruiting actively (growing imaging volume per job posting language: "This position is due to growing imaging volume, not turnover"). • NOTE: Legacy Health explored merger with OHSU (announced Aug 2023) but the acquisition was CALLED OFF in 2025.

Technical Component

Primarily PC/PSA. Covers Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center (cancer center JV with OHSU), Legacy Emanuel Medical Center (Level 1 trauma, stroke), Skyline Hospital (White Salmon WA). Provides diagnostic mammography and breast biopsy for Women's Health Associates (100-physician OB-GYN group). Partner in Legacy Health Partners ACO (2,500+ physician members). Does not own outpatient imaging centers separately.