Diagnostic Radiologist Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in California

• Job Reference
  -224441-MD-CA
• Title:
  
  MD
• Dates Needed:
  
  ASAP for 3-6 months, weekends only
• Shift Type:
  
  Day Shift
• Assignment Type:
  
  Inpatient
• Call
  
  Required:
  
  No
• Board Certification
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Job Duration:
  
  Locums

This inpatient facility provides general diagnostic radiology services across multiple imaging modalities and is seeking locum tenens weekend coverage to address a clinician shortage. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and structured workflows to support accurate and timely diagnostic imaging report generation. Coverage is needed as soon as credentialed for a duration of 3-6 months.

California offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. The state features coastal scenery, national parks, and natural landmarks, alongside opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Urban destinations across the state provide museums, parks, and waterfront experiences, while wine regions and scenic byways offer additional options for exploration during time away from clinical responsibilities.

The diagnostic radiologist will provide on-site inpatient diagnostic imaging interpretation services on weekends, covering day shift hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with 4-6 shifts per month over a 3-6 month period. Primary responsibilities include interpreting studies across MR, CT, ultrasound, and X-Ray modalities, with an expected daily volume of approximately 35 CT, 8 MR, 12 US, and 50+ X-Ray studies.

No call responsibilities are associated with this position. Board certification in Diagnostic Radiology and an active state medical license are required for all clinicians considered for this assignment.

• Case Load/PPD:
  
  CT: 35, MR: 8, US: 12, XR: 50+ per day
• Patient Population:
  
  All Ages
• Location Type:
  
  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority
  
  Required:
  
  No
• Government:
  
  No
• Procedures:
  
  None
• Equipment/PACS System:
  
  Variable
• Modalities:
  
  MR, CT, US, X-Ray
• Type of Dictation Used:
  
  Variable