Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

• Job Title: Radiologist (Diagnostic Radiology).
• Job Type: Locum Tenens.
• Location: Whittier, CA.
• Service Setting: Hospital and Remote Teleradiology.
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only.
• Coverage Period: 10/1/2025 – Ongoing (8-month duration).
• Clinical Shift Schedule: On-site daytime 8a–5p; Remote evening 4p–1a (varied start times); Remote weekends/holidays 10a–12a (flexible subsets)

COVERAGE DATES:

• Minimum 5 on-site weekday shifts per month (must include Fridays).
• Minimum 5 remote evening shifts per month.
• Minimum 3 remote weekend/holiday shifts per month.
• Flexible scheduling with preference for candidates covering weekends.

PATIENT INFORMATION:

• Patient Demographics: Adult and General Radiology population.
• Patient Volume/Census: 60–90 wRVUs/day.
• Case Mix: Diagnostic Radiology with CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine; subspecialty reads as applicable.

FACILITY INFORMATION:

• EMR System: PACs (Change Healthcare), Dictation via Nuance Powerscribe One.
• Specialty Backup Available: Locum works alongside radiology team.
• Support Staff: Team-based environment.
• Reason for Coverage: High volume exceeding available FTEs.

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE:

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes.
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes.
• Credentialing Timeline: 1 month.
• Vaccination Requirements: PPD, Varicella, MMR.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not typically provided; local candidates preferred (LA or Orange Counties).
• Lodging: Candidates must reside locally to minimize travel/lodging costs.
• Remote candidates preferred from PST or Hawaii time zones.

REQUIRED PROCEDURES:

• GI Fluoro studies (if on-site).
• Lumbar puncture (if on-site).
• Diagnostic reads for CT, MRI, X-ray, US, NM.
• No procedures required for teleradiology.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Licenses: Active California medical license and CA RHL required.
• Board: Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology.
• DEA: Not specified.
• Certifications: CA X-ray operator and supervisor permit required.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in specialty with no employment gaps >0.5 year.
• Subspecialty Training: Fellowship training in Neuroradiology, MSK, Chest, Body/Abdomen, or Interventional Radiology preferred.
• Other Qualifications: Experience in brain and spine MRI, stroke protocol CT/CTA/CTP required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform diagnostic radiology reads across multiple modalities (CT, MRI, US, NM, X-ray).
• Cover on-site daytime shifts, remote evening shifts, and remote weekend/holiday shifts as scheduled.
• Maintain productivity standards (7–10 wRVUs/hour depending on shift).
• Collaborate with radiology team members to manage high imaging volumes.
• Document reports via Nuance Powerscribe One and PACs system.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Locum, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Weekday work,

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